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Niederrheinisches Freilichtmuseum

Tourist attraction Open air museum

One of the Best Places To Visits in Grefrath


Address

Am Freilichtmuseum 1, 47929 Grefrath, Germany

Website

www.niederrheinisches-freilichtmuseum.de

Contact

+49 2158 91730

Rating on Google Maps

4.60 (1.2K reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Thursday: 10 AM to 4 PM
  • Friday: 10 AM to 4 PM
  • Saturday: 10 AM to 4 PM
  • Sunday: 10 AM to 4 PM
  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: 10 AM to 4 PM
  • Wednesday: 10 AM to 4 PM

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  • 5/5 Norbert S. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The Lower Rhine open-air museum in Grefrath is a worthwhile excursion destination, also for families with children. Dorenburg, toy museum, Pannekoekenhuus and many old farmhouses, all accessible. There are 3 playgrounds with picnic areas, horses, donkeys and chickens. You can borrow handcarts from the huge wooden tractor at the entrance. The corner shop with its small cafe is also a paradise for children. Very fair admission prices, exemplary hygiene measures and plenty of free parking spaces make for an excellent overall package. (Original) Das Niederrheinische Freilichtmuseum in Grefrath ist ein lohnenswertes Ausflugsziel auch für Familien mit Kindern. Dorenburg, Spielzeugmuseum, Pannekoekenhuus und viele alte Bauernhäuser, alle begehbar. Es gibt 3 Spielplätze mit Picknick Möglichkeiten, Pferde, Esel und Hühner. Beim riesigen Holztraktor am Eingang kann man Bollerwagen ausleihen. Auch der Tante Emma Laden mit seinem kleinen Cafe ist ein Paradies für Kinder. Sehr faire Eintrittspreise, vorbildliche Hygiene Maßnahmen und viele kostenlose Parkplätze sorgen für ein ausgezeichnetes Gesamtpaket.
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  • 5/5 Simone H. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Small but very nice open-air museum, nicely laid out, very informative, everything well explained, also very nice for children ... Have a nice day there .. We liked it very much, will definitely be back. (Original) Kleines ,aber sehr schönes Freilichtmuseum.Schön angelegt,sehr informativ, Alles gut erklärt auch sehr schön für Kinder... Haben dort einen schönen Tag verbracht.. Hat uns sehr gut gefallen ,kommen bestimmt wieder.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 D. S. 1 year ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A beautifully designed open-air museum that is child-friendly and offers several playgrounds. The explanation boards are also aimed at children. All operators are friendly and approachable. The facility is well maintained. There is a large free car park in front of the entrance. July 2022 (Original) Ein hübsch angelegtes Freilichtmuseum, das kindgerecht gestaltet ist und mehrere Spielplätze bietet. Die Erklärungstafeln sind auch auf Kinder abgestellt. Alle Betreibenden sind freundlich und ansprechbar. Die Anlage ist gut gepflegt. Es gibt einen großen, kostenlosen Parkplatz vor dem Eingang. Juli 2022
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  • 4/5 Plamen P. 5 years ago on Google • 407 reviews
    It is an OK place to introduce the farmers live and some old-fashion industries to the children. The toys museum is another interesting place to visit and the little trains on the top floor are really impressive. The small trains show runs 3 times a day and it is included to the ticket, I.e. no need to pay additionally.

  • 4/5 Bastian M. 4 years ago on Google • 301 reviews
    Interesting and worth a visit with kids as well

  • 5/5 Herbert T. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Smooth process despite Corona. A visit is highly recommended. (Original) Reibungsloser Ablauf trotz Corona. Ein Besuch ist sehr zu empfehlen.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Barbara G. 2 years ago on Google • 5 reviews
    Lovely experience for parents and young kids. They have arranged several well designed playgrounds to keep the little ones entertained. There are some animals too. You can take a break at a Tante Emma shop / cafe and there is a small restaurant. Staff is very friendly. For adults the individual stops houses of the exhibition are interesting and it is very pleasant to walk around. Best was the rentable Bollerwagen. My daughter loved loved loved it.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Klaus g. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Great wedding (Original) Tolle Hochzeit
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ingo H. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Interesting, not overcrowded ... (Original) Interessant, nicht überlaufen...
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Peter S. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Nice, well-kept area and the pancake house has delicious dishes (Original) Schöne gepflegte Anlage und das Pfannkuchenhaus hat super leckere Speisen
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Annette B. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) We liked it very much, even though there are currently no demonstrations. (Original) Es hat uns sehr gut gefallen, auch wenn es zurzeit leider keine Vorführungen gibt.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Petra S. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Beautiful facility. Span history represented. Very friendly staff. Great exhibitions. Gastronomy mega delicious. We will be back. 🌈 (Original) Wunderschöne Anlage. Geschichte spannen dargestellt. Sehr freundliche Angestellte. Tolle Ausstellungen. Gastronomie mega lecker. Wir kommen wieder. 🌈
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Maria W. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Nice little open air museum. I also really liked the toy exhibition area. (Original) Schönes kleines Freilichtmuseum. Gut gefallen hat mir auch die Spielzeug Ausstellungsfläche.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Thomas G. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Idyllic open-air museum with great entertainment value. The open air museum looks like a small village from times gone by. The Dohrenburg (moated castle) in the center dominates the museum. Around it are various farmhouses and old trades. The peculiarities of the region, e.g. Flax crops on the Lower Rhine are clearly and informatively presented. For the first time we encountered a tannery. A small minus applies to gastronomy, which no dish could offer in under 40 minutes. We didn't want to wait that long for a little snack. (Original) Idyllisches Freilichtmuseum mit hohem Unterhaltungswert. Das Freilichtmuseum wirkt wie ein kleines Dorf aus vergangenen Zeiten. Die Dohrenburg (Wasserburg) im Zentrum dominiert das Museum. Darum herum finden sich verschiedene Bauernhäuser und alte Gewerbe. Die Eigenheiten der Region, z.B. Flachsanbau am Niederrhein, werden übersichtlich und informativ dargestellt. Zum ersten Mal ist uns dabei auch eine Gerberei begegnet. Ein kleines Minus gilt der Gastronomie, die kein Gericht in unter 40 Minuten anbieten konnte. So lange wollten wir nicht auf einen kleinen Snack warten.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Vladimir U. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) It is definitely worth the trip. You can learn a lot from the life and history of Lower Rhine. There is also a toy museum and an exhibition in the castle. There are also playgrounds where children can let off steam. Gladly again sometime (Original) Es ist definitiv eine Reise wert. Kann man einiges aus dem Leben und Geschichte von Niederrhein lernen. Dazu gibt's ein Spielzeug Museum und eine Ausstellung in der Burg. Es gibt auch Spielplätze, wo Kinder sich austoben können. Gerne irgendwann mal wieder
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ingeborg W. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) We learned a lot about life and work in earlier times with a lot of fun. We ate delicious pancakes in the restaurant on the premises. I would like to recommend a trip to the museum, even children have a lot of old and new toys to marvel at in the toy museum. (Original) Wir haben mit viel Spass viel über das Leben und Arbeiten in früheren Zeiten gelernt. Im , auf dem Gelände befindlichen, Lokal haben wir leckere Pfannkuchen gegessen . Ich möchte einen Ausflug ins Museum empfehlen, auch Kinder haben da im Spielzeugmuseum jede Menge altes und neues Spielzeug zu bestaunen.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Buddy B. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Beautiful, well maintained and great for children. Is right next to a huge park. There is also a large playground there. Highly recommended for families. Accessible everywhere and everyone is very nice. Thanks for the nice day 🙂 (Original) Wunderschön, sehr gepflegt und toll für Kinder. Liegt direkt neben einem riesigen Park. Auch dort gibt es einen großen Spielplatz. Absolut empfehlenswert für Familien. Überall barrierefrei und alle sind sehr nett. Danke für den schönen Tag 🙂
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Marion M. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very interesting and entertaining for big and small. We were there for the garden exhibition. It was very well visited, great exhibitors, beautiful flowers. Transport service to the exit and also to the parking lot possible. The kids also had enough to admire and space to rave about. Perfect place for a family outing (Original) Sehr interessant und kurzweilig für Groß und klein. Wir waren zur Gartenausstellung dort. Es war sehr gut besucht, tolle Aussteller, schöne Blumen. Transportservice zum Ausgang und auch bis zum Parkplatz möglich. Die Kinder hatten auch genug zu bestaunen und Fläche zum Toben. Perfekter Platz für einen Familienausflug
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Karin T. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very nice facility. Everything well described and kept neat. At the moment it doesn't even cost entry. Hygiene regulations are well implemented. (Original) Sehr schöne Anlage. Alles gut beschrieben und ordentlich gehalten. Momentan kostet es nicht einmal Eintritt. Hygienevorschriften sind gut umgesetzt.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Detlev T. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Relaxed atmosphere despite Corona. The current special exhibition is very interesting. The toy museum is also great. Actually, the whole museum is very interesting. (Original) Trotz Corona entspannte Atmosphäre. Sehr interessant die derzeitige Sonderausstellung. Auch das Spielzeugmuseum ist klasse. Eigentlich ist das ganze Museum sehr interessant.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 R. O. 2 months ago on Google • 145 reviews New
    Nice museum. Manageable and also accessible for people with walking difficulties

  • 5/5 Friedrich L. 7 years ago on Google • 140 reviews
    Small but beautiful area with great playgrouds and a cosy restaurant. Not very expensive. Best at market days!

  • 5/5 huerc h. 2 months ago on Google • 136 reviews New
    It's a nice place to stay, there are also regular events here, such as a medieval event. Since we live really close, it's a really good option here. You can also park easily in front of the swimming pool, but it's also easy to reach by bus or bicycle.

  • 5/5 ernst u. 2 months ago on Google • 126 reviews New
    Staff super friendly. Facility tidy and clean Designed to be child-friendly.and the toy museum is one A.Keep it up. LG Unger family from Duisburg

  • 5/5 Christopher G. 6 years ago on Google • 74 reviews
    What an amazing place!!! Definitely worth spending the day here! Clean, beautifully presented, full of fascinating facts and information, aswell as artefacts and machinery, old buildings and professions. We took a picnic with us and there are lots of lovely spots to enjoy whilst eating. There are restaurants here but we didn't get to try them. Definitely deserves 5 stars.

  • 4/5 Andrew C. 6 years ago on Google • 68 reviews
    Great for exploring what rural life was like 150 years ago in this area. The farm animals make the place come alive.

  • 4/5 Tania K. 2 months ago on Google • 67 reviews New
    Small but nice and inexpensive open-air museum. There are many animals to see here such as donkeys, horses, ducks and chickens and old agricultural equipment as well as living and working rooms. You get a good impression of how difficult the lives of farmers and craftsmen used to be. There is a large, free parking lot directly in front of the entrance. Definitely worth a visit.

  • 3/5 Linda-Mae 1 year ago on Google • 42 reviews
    Nice place, interesting buildings but no English explanations. My German isn't so good so English info would have been very much appreciated. That's why I give it 3 stars.

  • 5/5 Jens S. 2 months ago on Google • 31 reviews New
    Lower Rhine history you can touch. And then to the pancake house with the whole family. Just a wonderful day together.

  • 5/5 Sabine H. 3 months ago on Google • 24 reviews New
    Always worth a visit 😀

  • 5/5 Wolfgang S. 11 months ago on Google • 14 reviews
    Super Service

  • 4/5 Patrick H. 2 years ago on Google • 13 reviews
    Different kind of museum that shows the old way of doing things

  • 5/5 Jürgen C. 2 months ago on Google • 12 reviews New
    I always find references to places and people that belong to my hometown and that I absolutely have to investigate! This is interesting and informative. Great@

  • 5/5 Sebastian R. 2 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Great museum for kids of all ages! You can spend a good day here. The kiosk or pancake house is very inviting! Fair entry! Definitely try it out! (Original) Tolles Museum für Kinder jeden Alters! Hier kann man einen Tag gut verbringen. Kiosk oder Pfannkuchen-Haus ist sehr einladend! Fairer Eintritt! Unbedingt mal ausprobieren!

  • 5/5 Stephan N. 2 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Nice little open-air museum that is worth a visit at any time of the year. The museum restaurant Pannekookehuus takes care of your physical well-being. This is highly recommended. The museum is also highly recommended for children and is not so big that the children are not overwhelmed. It's like time travel. (Original) Schönes kleines Freilichtmuseum, dass zu jeder Jahreszeit einen Besuch wert ist. Für das leibliche Wohl ist in der Museumsgaststätte Pannekookehuus gesorgt. Dieses ist sehr empfehlenswert. Auch für Kinder ist das Museum sehr empfehlenswert und nicht so groß, so dass die Kinder nicht überfordert werden. Es ist wie eine Zeitreise.

  • 5/5 Birgit R. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very chilled, always happy! (Original) Sehr gechillt,immer wieder gerne!

  • 5/5 Hans Joachim S. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Everything explained well and very well maintained (Original) Alles toll erklärt und sehr gepflegt

  • 4/5 Jana L. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) I went here on recommendation. Exhibition okay, but great food! (Original) Bin auf Empfehlung hier hin. Ausstellung okay, aber essen super!

  • 5/5 Astrid P. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A cute little open air museum. Just right for a trip with grandma & grandpa or the children. A lot of information about the exhibit is available in the classic analogue, but there is also an app and QR codes for each exhibit with extra information. The entrance fee is really very moderate at € 4.50 / pp. At the end you can still eat in the Pannekookehuus. (Original) Ein niedliches kleines Freilichtmuseum. Genau richtig für einen Ausflug mit Oma&Opa oder den Kindern. Viele Informationen zu dem Exponaten sind klassisch analog verfügbar, aber es gibt auch eine App und QR-Codes zu jedem Exponat mit extra Informationen. Der Eintritt ist mit 4,50€/pP wirklich sehr moderat. Zum Abschluss kann man im Pannekookehuus noch essen.

  • 4/5 Iris Giefer G. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Nice little open air museum. Unfortunately only partially suitable for people with walking difficulties or for wheelchair users. Well suited for families with small children, very nice playground and many picnic areas available. Good hygiene concept. (Original) Nettes kleines Freilichtmuseum. Leider nur bedingt für Menschen mit Gehbehinderung oder für Rollstuhlfahrer geeignet. Für Familien mit kleineren Kindern gut geeignet, sehr netter Spielplatz und viele Picknickplätze vorhanden. Gutes Hygienekonzept.

  • 5/5 Lars W. O. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Always nice as a destination, especially with small children who can look around the medieval farmhouses or play in the playground. The restaurant is also very cozy. (Original) Als Ausflugsziel immer wieder schön, vor allem mit kleinen Kindern, die sich in den mittelalterlichen Bauernhäusern umschauen oder auf dem Spielplatz spielen können. Die Gaststätte ist auch sehr gemütlich.

  • 5/5 Helga B. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) It's always nice there. Especially with children who are having a lot of fun. Especially with the animals. (Original) Es ist immer er wieder schön dort. Vor allem mit Kindern die einen riesen Spaß haben. Vor allem bei den Tieren.

  • 5/5 Walter F. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A beautiful restored site with a moated castle and many half-timbered houses and farm utensils. You can eat well in the small mom and pop shop in the back area. Well worth seeing toy museum with the big electric train above. Overall, a really worthwhile goal. (Original) Einen wunderschönen restauriertes Gelände mit einer Wasserburg und vielen Fachwerkhäusern sowie bäuerlichen Utensilien. Essen kann man gut im kleinen Tante-Emma-Laden im hinteren Bereich. Sehenswerter Spielzeugmuseum mit der großen elektrischen Eisenbahn oben. Insgesamt ein wirklich lohnenswertes Ziel.

  • 4/5 Marcel H. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very nice for children (Original) Für Kinder sehr schön

  • 5/5 Matthias G. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Relatively large facility. Interesting toy museum, changing exhibitions in the castle (autumn 2020: fair), very recommendable pancake restaurant. You can easily spend a whole day here (6-8 hours). You can also park at the ice rink, then a 5-minute walk. (Original) Relativ große Anlage. Interessantes Spielzeugmuseum, wechselnde Ausstellungen im Schloss (Herbst 2020: Kirmes), sehr empfehlenswertes Pfannkuchenrestaurant. Man kann hier gut einen ganzen Tag (6-8 Stunden verbringen). Parken kann man auch gut an der Eissporthalle, dann 5 Minuten Fußweg.

  • 4/5 lesnoys 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Nice location, very suitable for children, several small playgrounds available, interesting houses with loaned exhibits from museums, entry very cheap, dogs allowed, very nice toy museum, rather small area, unfortunately various activities closed due to Corona, e.g. the toy railway system. (Original) Schön gelegen, für Kinder sehr geeignet, mehrere kleine Spielplätze vorhanden, interessante Häuser mit geliehenen Schaustücken aus Museen, Eintritt sehr günstig, Hunde erlaubt, sehr schönes Spielzeugmuseum, eher kleines Gelände, leider verschiedene Aktivitäten wegen Corona geschlossen, z.B. die Spielzeug- Eisenbahnanlage.

  • 5/5 Silvie vom W. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A wonderful place. Unfortunately, Google navigation sends visitors incorrectly. Please don't follow. But from the autobahn, follow the brown signs saying Niederrheinisches Freilichtmuseum. Or orientate yourself on the signs for the outdoor pool and ice sports event hall. These facilities with their large parking lots are located next to each other on Stadionstrasse. There are enough parking spaces there. It is not possible to drive into the museum complex to park there. The circuit around the museum cannot be used by car. I also uploaded photos with the great signage on October 11th, 2020. (Original) Ein wundervoller Ort. Leider schickt die Google-Navigation die Besucher falsch. Bitte nicht folgen. Sondern ab der Autobahn den braunen Schildern mit der Aufschrift Niederrheinisches Freilichtmuseum folgen. Oder sich an die Hinweisschilder Freibad und Eissport- Eventhalle orientieren. Diese Einrichtungen mit ihren großen Parkplätzen befinden sich nebeneinander an der Stadionstraße. Dort befinden sich genügend Parkplätze. Es ist nicht möglich mit dem Auto in die Museumsanlage zu fahren, um dort zu parken. Der Rundweg um das Museum kann nicht mit Auto befahren werden. Ich habe noch am 11.10.20 zusätzlich Fotos mit der tollen Beschilderung hochgeladen.

  • 5/5 Udo S. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Great fun for young and old. (Original) Großer Spaß für Jung und Alt.

  • 4/5 Ulrike M. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The description is good (Original) Die Beschreibung ist gut

  • 5/5 Rita C. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) I love open air museums. You forget everyday life and remember your childhood. (Original) Ich liebe Freilichtmuseen. Da vergisst man den Alltag und erinnert sich an die Kindheit.

  • 5/5 Sharon W. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Well done! (Original) Sehr schön gemacht!

  • 5/5 Moritz L. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Nice, clean, and (during the week) not overcrowded (Original) Schön, sauber, und (unter der woche) nicht überlaufen

  • 4/5 Gudrun g. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Small open-air museum, but something in need of modernization. Great food! (Original) Kleines Freilichtmuseum, aber etwas modernisierungswürdig. Super Essen !

  • 5/5 Josef M. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A very nice facility. Pannekookenhus is also recommended. You can spend a day nicely. (Original) Eine sehr schöne Anlage.Pannekookenhus ist auch zu empfehlen.kann man schön einen Tag verbringen.

  • 4/5 Hermann B. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Always nice here (Original) Immerwieder schön hier

  • 5/5 Gerd K. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Interesting things who love the country life (Original) Interessante Sachen wer das Landleben liebt

  • 5/5 jessica s. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A great place to slow down (Original) Ein toller ort zum entschleunigen

  • 5/5 Gabriele O. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Spent an interesting day when the weather was nice. Receive good support and new information. (Original) Bei schönem Wetter einen interessanten Tag verbracht. Gute Betreuung und neue Informationen erhalten.

  • 4/5 Jürgen F. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Worth seeing (Original) Sehenswert

  • 4/5 Peter F. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Educational, the toy museum is worth seeing. (Original) Lehrreich, das Spielzeugmuseum ist sehenswert.

  • 5/5 Frank W. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Nice museum. The information boards with child-friendly texts were particularly noticeable (Original) Schönes Museum. Besonders aufgefallen sind die Info- Tafeln mit Kindgerechten Texten


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