Talking Stones – The Devon Sea in Koblenz: Prehistory up close at the Rhine Museum


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Talking Stones – a journey back in time to the Devon Sea in Koblenz
At the Rhine Museum Koblenz, the special exhibition Talking Stones – The Devon Sea opens a window into a world that shaped today's Rhine Valley around 400 million years ago. Fossils, new finds, and large-format photographs come together to create an exhibition experience that closely connects knowledge, wonder, and regional earth history.
When stones tell stories
The exhibition takes you right into the Devon Sea, which once lay where the Rhine now flows through the valley. Fossilized life, rare finds, and exhibits that vividly illustrate the development of the region are showcased here. Especially for families, school classes, and anyone interested in natural history and earth science, a lively access to a topic that often remains hidden is created.
A museum with a strong regional character
The Rhine Museum Koblenz is one of the oldest museums in Rhineland-Palatinate and has been a fixed place for cultural history on the Rhine since 1912. The special exhibition complements the permanent themes of the house with a natural historical perspective on the region's past. Thus, the visit is not only informative but also particularly coherent in the interplay of collection, research, and communication.
Atmosphere, context, and visitor experience
The exhibition is designed for a relaxed museum visit by the Rhine: calm, illustrative, and full of details that invite careful observation. The combination of fossils, imagery, and exhibition dramaturgy creates an atmosphere where families feel as comfortable as culture-interested guests. Those attending the event experience a compact, yet content-rich format with high educational value and much regional relevance.
Practical information for the visit
The museum is open from Tuesday to Friday from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, as well as Saturdays and Sundays from 12:30 PM to 4:00 PM, closed on Mondays. The regular admission fee is 7 euros for adults, 3 euros for students and pupils, and families pay 15 euros. Children under 5 years have free admission. Currently, payment is only possible in cash. The museum is largely accessible by elevator, and a barrier-free toilet is available upon request. Behind the museum, there is a visitor parking lot.
Conclusion
Talking Stones – The Devon Sea connects natural history, regional history, and strong imagery for a visit that remains in memory for a long time. Those who want to experience Koblenz from a new perspective will find a rewarding event for the whole family here. Plan your museum visit now and discover the traces of the Devon Sea live.
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