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title: "Karl May Museum"
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description: "In the \"Villa Shatterhand\", visitors follow in the footsteps of Karl May and his heroes Winnetou, Old Shatterhand and Kara Ben Nemsi. Winnetou's silver box, Karl May's valuable library, his oriental study and souvenirs from his world travels are also on display here. The important Native American exhibition in the historic \"Villa Bärenfett\" log cabin impresses visitors of all ages and brings the culture and way of life of the indigenous peoples of North America to life in an interactive way.In the idyllic museum park with BBQ you will find Europe's largest tepee, relaxation by the fountain under shady trees and adventure for the children in the playground."
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Karl May Museum
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Interior of the Karl May Museum with exhibits from indigenous cultures.

A group of children explore a large map, guided by a person dressed as a bear.

Discover Karl May's fantasy world and the way of life of the Indian peoples of North America.

 In the "Villa Shatterhand", visitors follow in the footsteps of Karl May and his heroes Winnetou, Old Shatterhand and Kara Ben Nemsi. Winnetou's silver box, Karl May's valuable library, his oriental study and souvenirs from his world travels are also on display here. The important Native American exhibition in the historic "Villa Bärenfett" log cabin impresses visitors of all ages and brings the culture and way of life of the indigenous peoples of North America to life in an interactive way.

In the idyllic museum park with BBQ you will find Europe's largest tepee, relaxation by the fountain under shady trees and adventure for the children in the playground. 

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Good to know
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Openings

Closing days: Mondays (except public holidays!), December 24, 25 and 31; special closing times see website

Dayoff: Monday

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Accessibility

**Saxony Barrier-Free**

****Additional access information for wheelchair users and persons with reduced mobility:**** 

- The „Villa Bärenfett” is accessible for wheelchair users through a door of 90 cm with mobile ramp (25 % incline, 1.5 m length)
- The back entrance is accessible (upon prior notice) with ramp (11 % incline, 1.4 m length) and door of 92 cm
- An accompanying person is required
- Toilet for wheelchair users: door 74 cm, 63 cm in front of and 100x90 cm beside toilet, toilet height 49 cm
- “Villa Shatterhand” is only accessible via steps
- Guided tours for blind visitors and guests with learning difficulties possible on demand

Parking

- indicated disabled parking space available

Entrance to the facility / paths within the facility

- Door width min. 70 cm
- Entrance with max. one step or ramp

Accessible toilet

- Door width min. 70 cm
- Stepless access (max. 3 cm) or ramp
- Movement area in front of toilet bowl min. 120x120 cm
- Area left or right of the toilet bowl min. 70 cm
- Hinged hand rails at the side of the toilet bowl provided

Additional aids / offers

- Aids / offers for blind and visually impaired persons

Additional aids / offers

- Aids / offers for persons with learning and mental disabilities

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Family vacation

**Highlights:**

- Family puzzles with price
- Museum suitcase
- Holiday adventures in winter and summer holidays
- Children's museum nights during winter and autumn holidays
- Gold panning, Indian tipi and adventure playground in the museum park
- Children's birthday and Christmas celebrations

Author

Tourismus Marketing Gesellschaft Sachsen mbHBautzner Straße 45/47

01099 Dresden

Organization

Tourismus Marketing Gesellschaft Sachsen mbH

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Contact

Karl-May-Straße 5

01445 Radebeul