Mauritianum
Parking available
Wheelchair accessible
This natural history museum in Altenburg, Germany, houses one of the world's largest rat kings, a terrifying jumble of tangled rodents.

📜 Natural history museum in Altenburg, Germany, founded in 1817.
🔍 Houses over 350,000 exhibits, including a famous 'rat king'.

Why Go

👑 See one of the world's largest rat kings
🦅 Explore vast collection of taxidermy birds and fossils
🔬 Learn about regional ecological changes and natural history

Tips

📸 Photography is permitted
🅿️ Parking available nearby, including Marstall

Cost

💰 Admission is free

Hours

🕒 Tuesday-Friday 1 PM-5 PM, Saturday/Sunday/public holidays 10 AM-5 PM

♿ Accessibility

Accessible for visitors

Last updated 3 days ago

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