Where is the Funkenburg Westgreußen located?

It lies in Westgreußen, in the Kyffhäuserkreis district of Thuringia, on a spur above the Helbe valley.

What can visitors see there?

A reconstruction of a Germanic fortified settlement with ditches, palisades, a gate tower, dwelling houses, raised granaries and clay ovens.

Is the site original or rebuilt?

The location is that of an actual fortification excavated between 1974 and 1980; the visible buildings were reconstructed between 1992 and 1999 on the same spot.

Yes, dogs on a leash are welcome at the open-air museum.

Is there a guide for the visit?

A free smartphone audioguide app allows visitors to explore the site independently.

Archäologisches Freilichtmuseum Funkenburg

Westgreußen

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Tickets and prices

Adult: €4
Child: €2
Reduced: €2.50

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Where: Westgreußen

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Archäologisches Freilichtmuseum Funkenburg stands in Westgreußen (Kyffhäuserkreis), in Thuringia, Germany. Adult admission costs 4 EUR. Its opening hours and prices have not been verified at the source yet.

The Archäologisches Freilichtmuseum Funkenburg recreates, on its original site, a Germanic fortified settlement excavated between 1974 and 1980 on a prominent spur above the Helbe valley. Between 1992 and 1999 the association Funkenburg Westgreußen e.V. rebuilt part of the ramparts, including ditches, palisades, a walkway, a gate tower and a watchtower. The outer bailey houses visitor facilities, while the inner bailey contains reconstructed dwelling houses, raised granaries, storage huts and clay ovens built following ancient techniques. A visit gives a sense of everyday life in a Germanic community of the Migration Period.

Practical information

Opening hours

Monday (today)	Closed
Tuesday	Closed
Wednesday	10:00-17:00
Thursday	10:00-17:00
Friday	10:00-17:00
Saturday	12:00-17:00
Sunday	12:00-17:00

Ostern – Oktober: Mo-Di geschlossen, Mi-Fr 10-17 Uhr, Sa-So 12-17 Uhr

Prices

Adult: €4
Child: €2
Reduced: €2.50

Visit duration: Not verified
Wheelchair access: Not verified
Dogs: Allowed on a lead
Parking: Not verified

On site

Food and drink
Child-friendly

Where this château is

Westgreußen · Kyffhäuserkreis · Thüringen

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Address

Westgreußen, Kyffhäuserkreis

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Frequently asked

Archäologisches Freilichtmuseum Funkenburg: how much is admission?: Adult admission is €4. Child: €2. Reduced: €2.50.
Where is the Funkenburg Westgreußen located?: It lies in Westgreußen, in the Kyffhäuserkreis district of Thuringia, on a spur above the Helbe valley.
What can visitors see there?: A reconstruction of a Germanic fortified settlement with ditches, palisades, a gate tower, dwelling houses, raised granaries and clay ovens.
Is the site original or rebuilt?: The location is that of an actual fortification excavated between 1974 and 1980; the visible buildings were reconstructed between 1992 and 1999 on the same spot.
Are dogs allowed?: Yes, dogs on a leash are welcome at the open-air museum.
Is there a guide for the visit?: A free smartphone audioguide app allows visitors to explore the site independently.