- Open on request/by arrangement
Dreislar Barite Museum
Museum/Exhibition
The fascination of crystals
This is a special kind of museum: sounds, images, colors and lights allow you to immerse yourself in mining and rock science. Go on a journey of discovery to the fascinating crystals from the underworld.
Address
Dreislar Barite Museum
Am Scheidt 2
59964 Medebach
Telephone: +49 1515 1688745
Properties:
The barite museum in Medebach-Dreislar shows what beautiful "flowers" the mineral barite can produce. The exhibition also captivates mining amateurs, thanks to a multimedia presentation that puts rock science in a completely new light.
Exciting, vivid information makes the museum attractive for young and old. Here, past and present are up close and personal. You can follow our planet through the ages on display boards. In the reconstructed show tunnel, you can feel the mining atmosphere of Dreislar's 230-year mining history and
for a rental fee of 1 euro, you can use an audio guide. Speaking time: approx. 1 hour / Languages: German, Dutch, French and English.
NEW: Mission BarytThe
last miner from Dreislar knows many of the mountain's secrets. Follow his clues and you'll find the treasure in the museum!
With tablet and "tool bag" you'll go through the museum. You have to solve puzzles, look for clues and answer questions to find the treasure. The game can be played during regular opening hours.
Prices
Children (up to 14 years): € 2.00
Adults: 4,00 €
Family ticket (2 adults with children): 10,00 €
Adults: 4,00 €
Family ticket (2 adults with children): 10,00 €
Main opening times:
| Day | From | Until |
|---|---|---|
| Thursday | 14:00 | 17:00 |
| Saturday | 14:00 | 17:00 |
| Sunday | 14:00 | 17:00 |
Business hours
Usually open from March to October:
Thursday, Saturday and Sunday from 2 to 5 pm.
Visitor groups of at least 10 people can book an appointment outside the regular opening hours (see the museum website).
