Welcome to the Museum and Forum Schloss Homburg!

Visit

 

Homburg Castle has been one of the landmarks of the Oberberg district for centuries and looks back on a long history. The appearance of the former early medieval castle has changed steadily over time, most significantly with its expansion into a representative castle complex in the 17th century. Finally, in 1926, the Oberbergisches Heimatmuseum (Oberberg Local History Museum) was established at Homburg Castle. A lot has happened in the history of the Museum at Homburg Castle: the Oberbergischer Kreis (Oberberg district) acquired the building, extensions and renovations took place, and the Museum along with its collection has been continuously expanded.

 

Today, this collection comprises more than 20,000 cultural and natural history objects. In the rooms of the castle, a diverse selection from this extensive collection is on display where regularly changing themes constantly open up new perspectives on the collection.

The former forester's lodge is home to the natural history collection.

Exhibitions, concerts, readings, or receptions - the forum is the centre and venue for the cultural program at Homburg Castle. Also, various events such as open-air concerts and the annual medieval market take place on the premises around the castle at regular intervals. 

Many educational and communication programs offer guided tours, workshops, and courses on various topics for groups and interested individuals across all age groups.

The texts in the museum are in German. A flyer with information in English is available at the ticket office.

Guided tours and programs in English can be booked through our visitor service. For booking inquiries or further information, please contact our visitor service by phone at 02261 8841-71 (Tues.- Sun. 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.) or send an email to muspaed@obk.de.

 

 

Opening hours of the Museum und Forum at Homburg Castle

Tuesdays - Sundays:

11 a.m. - 6 p.m.

The Museum is closed on Mondays.

The Museum is open on the following public holidays: New Year's Day, Easter Sunday, Easter Monday, Labour Day, Ascension Day, Corpus Christi, Pentecost Sunday, Pentecost Monday, Day of German Unity, All Saints' Day, Boxing Day

The Museum is closed on the following public holidays: Good Friday, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day

 

 

Prices

Adults

6.00 €

Reduced admission fee*

3.50 €

Family ticket I

(2 (grand)parents and up to 5 minor children)

15.00 €

Family ticket II

(1 (grand)parent and up to 2 minor children)

10.00 €

* Reduced admission fees apply to:

  - Children and adolescents from 6 to 17 years

  - Pupils

  - Students

  - Individuals with a 50% disability or higher

  - Holders of Oberberg Pass (pass granting reduced benefits/discounts)

  - Individuals performing military service

  - Federal volunteers

  - Trainees/apprentices

  - Holders of NRW volunteers card

  - Members of the German Museum Association

Admission is free for children aged 0 to 5, persons with an ICOM membership card, bus drivers of tour groups, and persons accompanying disabled persons with a B mark

 

Directions and parking

Address for your navigation device:

Museum und Forum Schloss Homburg

Schloss Homburg 1

51588 Nümbrecht

There is free visitor parking and a bus parking area on the premises of Homburg Castle. People with limited mobility are welcome to report to the gate. Two disabled parking spaces are located directly behind the castle.

 

Accessibility

Unfortunately, neither the castle and the exhibition it houses nor the forester's lodge have wheelchair access. The Forum with the foyer, the museum shop, and our rooms for special exhibitions and events (“New Orangery”, “White Cube”, and “Garden Room”), are wheelchair accessible. An elevator and a wheelchair-accessible restroom are available here.

People with limited mobility are welcome to report to the gate. Two disabled parking spaces are located directly behind the castle.

Inside the Museum, lightweight folding stools are available that you can take along into the exhibition. The stools can also be used as walking aids and should be returned after your visit.

Please be aware that dogs are not allowed on the premises of the Museum and Forum of Homburg Castle. However, exceptions are made for guide or assistance dogs for the disabled. Please bring along the relevant ID card from a Human-Assistance Dog Association.

 

Contact

Schloss Homburg 1

51588 Nümbrecht

Email: schloss-homburg@obk.de

Visitor service phone: +49 (0) 2261 8841-71 (Tues – Sun: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.)