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Kunsthalle (art museum)
The guide was updated:Where art lovers feel right at home! The historic Kunsthalle is home to masterpieces dating back almost 600 years and contemporary works of art. Its extensive collection of paintings, sculptures and graphic art works is regularly complemented by special themed exhibitions. Take care you are not so entranced by the contents that you forget to admire the exterior of the Kunsthalle! The classical lines of the original building are brought into sharp relief by its modern extensions. In the evenings, the light installation by artist James Turell adds a special dimension to the museum.
Useful Information
- Address: Am Wall 207
- Tickets: www.bremen-tourism.de/ticket-kunsthalle /10 €
- Website: www.bremen.eu/kunsthalle-bremen
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