When does the exhibition take place?

The special exhibition runs from 10.04.2026 to 31.12.2026 at the Rhein-Museum Koblenz.

How much is the admission?

The regular museum admission is 7 euros for adults, 3 euros for students and pupils, and 15 euros for families.

Is the exhibition suitable for children?

Yes, the exhibition is well-suited for families and interested children, especially those with a love for fossils and natural history.

What are the opening hours?

Tuesday to Friday from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Saturday and Sunday from 12:30 PM to 4:00 PM, closed on Mondays.

Is the museum accessible?

The Rhein-Museum is mostly barrier-free when using the elevator and has a barrier-free toilet available upon request.

Are there parking facilities?

Yes, there is a visitor parking lot behind the museum.

Journey through Time Under Glass and Stone: Koblenz Shows the Devon Sea at the Rhein-Museum

Name: Talking Stones – The Devon Sea at the Rhein-Museum Koblenz
Start: 2026-10-01T10:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-12-31T17:00:00+01:00
Location: Rhein-Museum Koblenz e.V.

A Journey Back in Time to the Devon Sea at the Rhein-Museum Koblenz

With the special exhibition Talking Stones – The Devon Sea, the Rhein-Museum Koblenz opens a fascinating window into a world from around 400 million years ago. Fossils, rare finds, and large-format photographs combine to create an exhibition experience that impressively brings together science, history, and atmosphere. The exhibition runs from 10.04.2026 to 31.12.2026 and makes visible how strongly the present-day Rhine Valley is shaped by its geological past. ([rhein-museum.de](https://www.rhein-museum.de/sonderaustellungen?utm_source=openai))

A Museum that Makes History Tangible

The Rhein-Museum Koblenz is one of the oldest museums in Rhineland-Palatinate and was founded in 1912. Today, it showcases the living world along the Rhine on approximately 1,600 square meters, from shipping and Rhine romanticism to early humans and geological testimonies. In this context, the special exhibition unfolds its unique effect: it connects paleontology, regional identity, and lively communication into a clear target group offering for families, school classes, and anyone who wants to experience natural history rather than just read about it. ([rhein-museum.de](https://www.rhein-museum.de/?utm_source=openai))

Fossils, Photos, and the Fascination of Slate

The focus is on new and partly unique fossil finds from the Devon Sea, complemented by photographs from Klaus Hammerl. The exhibition tells of the ancient seafloor, corals, shells, sea lilies, arthropods, and armored fish, as well as the layers of the Rheinisches Slate Mountains, which remain visible to this day. Anyone interested in geology, natural history, and the hidden layers of the Middle Rhine will find a thoughtfully structured tour with strong educational value and high public appeal here. ([rhein-museum.de](https://www.rhein-museum.de/sonderaustellungen?utm_source=openai))

Visit, Admission, and Practical Information

The museum opens Tuesday to Friday from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, as well as Saturday and Sunday from 12:30 PM to 4:00 PM; it is closed on Mondays. The normal museum admission rules apply, and payment is currently in cash. Admission is 7.00 euros for adults, 3.00 euros for students and pupils, 15.00 euros for families, 5.00 euros per person for groups of 15 or more, and 2.00 euros per person for student groups; children under 5 years old have free admission. ([rhein-museum.de](https://www.rhein-museum.de/besucher-infos?utm_source=openai))

Accessibility and Getting There

The Rhein-Museum is largely barrier-free when using the elevator; there is also a barrier-free toilet available upon request. A visitor parking lot is located behind the museum. The address in Ehrenbreitstein is well-suited as a destination for travel by car or public transport, as the building is diagonally to the right of the Koblenz-Ehrenbreitstein train station below the fortress. ([rhein-museum.de](https://www.rhein-museum.de/besucher-infos?utm_source=openai))

Anyone looking for culture, natural history, and regional history in a compact, family-friendly setting will experience a highlight of the exhibition with depth here. Talking Stones – The Devon Sea invites you to discover Koblenz from a completely new perspective and to feel the past of the Rhine live. ([rhein-museum.de](https://www.rhein-museum.de/sonderaustellungen?utm_source=openai))