Heidelberg

Germany

World-renowned pharmacy museum in historic Heidelberg Castle with 2,000 years of pharmaceutical history.

1 museum

Planning Tip

Located within Heidelberg Castle. Museum entry included with castle ticket. Check seasonal hours.

City Highlights

Deutsches Apotheken-Museum

Baroque apothecary reconstructions

Alchemical laboratory exhibits

Quick Stats

Collection Items20,000+
Founded1938
History Span2,000+ years

Fun Facts

World's most comprehensive pharmacy collection

Located in romantic Heidelberg Castle

Spans 2,000 years of pharmaceutical history

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Pharmacy Museums in Heidelberg

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German Pharmacy Museum (Deutsches Apotheken-Museum)

independent museum

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A world-renowned pharmacy history museum located in Heidelberg Castle, Germany, offering a journey through 2,000 years of pharmaceutical history. Founded in 1938, the museum features the most comprehensive collection of pharmacy artifacts in the world – over 20,000 objects.

Mar 18–Oct 31: Daily 10:00 am–6:00 pm (last entry 5:40 pm) Nov 1–Mar 17: Daily 10:00 am–5:30 pm (last entry 5:10 pm) Closed Dec 25; limited hours Dec 24, 26, 31, Jan 1
+49 6221 25880
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