{"id":21449,"date":"2020-09-12T14:14:22","date_gmt":"2020-09-12T12:14:22","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.aviationmuseum.eu\/Blogvorm\/?page_id=21449"},"modified":"2025-03-11T20:37:17","modified_gmt":"2025-03-11T18:37:17","slug":"deutsches-marinemuseum","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/aviationmuseum.eu\/Blogvorm\/deutsches-marinemuseum\/","title":{"rendered":"Deutsches Marinemuseum"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The <strong>Deutsches Marinemuseum Wilhelmshaven<\/strong> is an essential destination for anyone interested in <strong>naval history<\/strong>, <strong>military heritage<\/strong>, and the development of <strong>German maritime forces<\/strong>. With its impressive collection of historic ships, interactive exhibits, and engaging educational programs, the museum offers a detailed and informative look at the <strong>German Navy<\/strong>&#8216;s evolution from its early days to modern times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Deutsches Marinemuseum<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>S\u00fcdstrand 125<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>26382 Wilhelmshaven<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.aviationmuseum.eu\/Blogvorm\/2015\/05\/27\/germany\/\">Germany<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.marinemuseum.de\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">www.marinemuseum.de<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"mailto:info@marinemuseum.de\">info@marinemuseum.de<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>+49 44 2140 0840<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>1 April &#8211; 31 October<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Daily 10:00 &#8211; 18:00<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>1 November &#8211; 31 March<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Daily 10:00 &#8211; 17:00<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Closed December 24<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Admission fee<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/Marinemuseum\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"attachment noopener wp-att-922\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"25\" height=\"25\" src=\"http:\/\/www.aviationmuseum.eu\/Blogvorm\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/12\/facebook.jpg\" alt=\"facebook\" class=\"wp-image-922\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" style=\"border: 0;\" tabindex=\"0\" src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/embed?pb=!1m18!1m12!1m3!1d151839.77701297973!2d8.000469523214042!3d53.51318888001433!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x47b6938611be62af%3A0x9d74bb433042bf92!2sDeutsches%20Marinemuseum!5e0!3m2!1snl!2snl!4v1599911972485!5m2!1snl!2snl\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" aria-hidden=\"false\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Aircraft collection<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.aviationmuseum.eu\/Blogvorm\/deutsches-marinemuseum\/lockheed-f-104g-starfighter-2222-marineflieger\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-21450\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"728\" height=\"403\" src=\"https:\/\/www.aviationmuseum.eu\/Blogvorm\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Lockheed-F-104G-Starfighter-2222-Marineflieger-728x403.png\" alt=\"Lockheed F-104G Starfighter 22+22 Marineflieger\" class=\"wp-image-21450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aviationmuseum.eu\/Blogvorm\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Lockheed-F-104G-Starfighter-2222-Marineflieger-728x403.png 728w, https:\/\/aviationmuseum.eu\/Blogvorm\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Lockheed-F-104G-Starfighter-2222-Marineflieger-240x133.png 240w, https:\/\/aviationmuseum.eu\/Blogvorm\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Lockheed-F-104G-Starfighter-2222-Marineflieger-420x233.png 420w, https:\/\/aviationmuseum.eu\/Blogvorm\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Lockheed-F-104G-Starfighter-2222-Marineflieger-600x333.png 600w, https:\/\/aviationmuseum.eu\/Blogvorm\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Lockheed-F-104G-Starfighter-2222-Marineflieger-180x101.png 180w, https:\/\/aviationmuseum.eu\/Blogvorm\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Lockheed-F-104G-Starfighter-2222-Marineflieger-120x67.png 120w, https:\/\/aviationmuseum.eu\/Blogvorm\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Lockheed-F-104G-Starfighter-2222-Marineflieger.png 1153w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 728px) 100vw, 728px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td>22+22<\/td><td>Lockheed F-104G Starfighter<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Deutsches Marinemuseum<\/strong> <strong>Key Attractions and Exhibits<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Naval History of Germany<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The museum provides a comprehensive overview of the <strong>history of the German Navy<\/strong>, from its early beginnings to the present day.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Exhibits cover significant periods, including the <strong>Imperial German Navy<\/strong> (Kaiserliche Marine), the <strong>Wehrmacht Navy<\/strong> (Kriegsmarine) during <strong>World War II<\/strong>, and the <strong>Bundesmarine<\/strong> (Federal German Navy) in the post-war period.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The museum explores the role of the navy in key historical events, such as <strong>World War I<\/strong>, <strong>World War II<\/strong>, and the <strong>Cold War<\/strong>, and its impact on Germany&#8217;s national security and international relations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Historic Ships and Submarines<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The <strong>Deutsches Marinemuseum<\/strong> is home to several notable <strong>historic ships<\/strong> and <strong>submarines<\/strong>, some of which are open for public tours. Highlights include:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>SMS Nurnberg<\/strong>: A <strong>light cruiser<\/strong> from World War I, which played a prominent role in naval battles during the war.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>U-boat U-25<\/strong>: A <strong>German submarine<\/strong> from World War II, offering visitors a chance to explore one of the iconic vessels that contributed to naval warfare during that era.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fregatte Niedersachsen<\/strong>: A modern <strong>frigate<\/strong> from the <strong>Bundesmarine<\/strong>, illustrating the development of naval technology and the transition to contemporary military ships.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Naval Warfare and Technology<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The museum showcases the technological advancements in naval warfare, including <strong>weaponry<\/strong>, <strong>radar systems<\/strong>, <strong>navigation technology<\/strong>, and <strong>shipbuilding innovations<\/strong> that have shaped the capabilities of the German Navy over time.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Exhibits on <strong>torpedoes<\/strong>, <strong>naval mines<\/strong>, and <strong>radar technology<\/strong> explore the scientific and technical evolution that supported military operations at sea.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Naval Uniforms and Artifacts<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The <strong>Deutsches Marinemuseum<\/strong> also features a rich collection of <strong>naval uniforms<\/strong>, <strong>medals<\/strong>, <strong>awards<\/strong>, and <strong>personal items<\/strong> that belonged to sailors and officers throughout Germany\u2019s naval history.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>These artifacts offer insight into the lives of those who served in the navy, including their roles in war and peace, and the honor and duty associated with naval service.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The Cold War and Modern German Navy<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The museum covers the post-World War II history of the <strong>Bundesmarine<\/strong>, focusing on its role during the <strong>Cold War<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Exhibits include discussions of naval strategy during the <strong>NATO years<\/strong>, the integration of advanced technology, and the German Navy&#8217;s role in peacekeeping missions and international naval cooperation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The collection also includes details of the German Navy&#8217;s current role within modern naval forces and its contributions to global security.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The Role of the Navy in German Society<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The <strong>Deutsches Marinemuseum<\/strong> highlights the relationship between the navy and German society, focusing on the <strong>impact of naval service<\/strong> on both sailors and civilians.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Special sections look at <strong>naval education<\/strong>, <strong>the training of sailors<\/strong>, and the connection between <strong>civilian and military maritime industries<\/strong>. This includes Germany&#8217;s shipyards, naval research institutions, and the influence of maritime culture on local communities.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Maritime Exploration and Navigation<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The museum also pays tribute to Germany&#8217;s contributions to <strong>maritime exploration<\/strong> and <strong>navigation<\/strong>, highlighting the country&#8217;s role in advancing global exploration and trade via the sea.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Exhibits explore the development of maritime <strong>cartography<\/strong>, <strong>navigation instruments<\/strong>, and <strong>exploration missions<\/strong> that spanned the globe.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Deutsches Marinemuseum exhibits such as guns, mines and torpedoes, a <strong>F-104 &#8220;Starfighter&#8221;<\/strong> fighter-bomber, a speedboat of the Libelle class of the GDR Volksmarine, a tugboat with Voith-Schneider propulsion and a Class 205 submarine are on display. The latter is accessible. The &#8220;Weilheim&#8221;, a minehunting boat of the Lindau class, a Gepard class missile speedboat, and the guided missile destroyer M\u00f6lders, which was given to the museum on permanent loan from the Bundeswehr&#8217;s military technology study collection, are also accessible in the harbour basin. The former sailing school boat Nordwind, acquired in October 2008, will be preserved as a navigable museum ship with a volunteer crew.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Photo Rob Vogelaar<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Deutsches Marinemuseum Wilhelmshaven is an essential destination for anyone interested in naval history, military heritage, and the development of German maritime forces. 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