EXPERIENCE DINOSAURS UP CLOSE
Welcome to the Dinosaur Museum Altmühltal
Discover more than 70 life-size dinosaurs, fascinating original fossils, and now also the 25-meter-long original long-necked dinosaur “Arapahoe”. On the forest adventure trail, in the air-conditioned museum hall, and in the hands-on hall, you’ll experience Earth’s history up close – exciting, interactive, and in any weather.
News
Open on October 3!
We are also here for you on German Unity Day!
On October 3, we are open from 9 AM to 6 PM.
Come by and experience 400 million years of Earth’s history with us – we look forward to seeing you!
Open on October 3!
We are also here for you on German Unity Day!
On October 3, we are open from 9 AM to 6 PM.
Come by and experience 400 million years of Earth’s history with us – we look forward to seeing you!
Little Al ist wieder da
Nach seiner Forschungsreise in Asien ist Little Al zurück im Dinosaurier Museum Altmühltal – und hat seinen Platz in unserer Museumshalle wieder eingenommen.
Das Originalskelett des jüngsten jemals gefundenen Allosauriers könnt ihr jetzt wieder aus nächster Nähe bestaunen. Rund 150 Millionen Jahre alt und trotzdem ganz schön beeindruckend! 👀
Welcome back, Little Al!
Today, we celebrate 10 years of Dinosaur Museum Altmühltal!
Since our opening exactly ten years ago, we have taken you on a journey through millions of years of Earth’s history. Since then, a lot has changed here, new things have emerged, and impressive original fossils like “Arapahoe” have been added. What has remained: our enthusiasm for dinosaurs, science, and for making knowledge an experience for all.
Thank you to everyone who has visited, accompanied, and supported us over the past ten years. We look forward to many more years together – and to many more discoveries!
Arapahoe up close
You can now admire the original long-necked dinosaur “Arapahoe” up close. Even before the 25-meter-long skeleton is fully assembled, you have the unique opportunity to see the original bones closer than almost anywhere else. Experience firsthand how individual fossils are assembled into one of Europe’s largest dinosaurs.
He’s back
An impressive, true-to-scale and faithful replica of our popular T. rex exhibit “Rocky” can now be seen in the museum hall.
The detailed replica gives an impressive sense of the size and presence of the original and invites you to experience Rocky up close even while he’s away.
We’re remodeling for you
The assembly of the original long-necked dinosaur in the museum hall has begun. In the coming weeks, you can experience firsthand how an impressive dinosaur skeleton is created from individual bones. At 25 meters long and 5 meters high, this unique long-necked dinosaur is one of the largest specimens in Europe. It is on loan from the Natural History Museum of the University of Zurich.
Charge your electric car – totally relaxed
You can conveniently charge your electric car during your visit. There are 20 new charging points available in our parking lot. While you enjoy your time with us, your vehicle charges with green electricity from Stadtwerke Ingolstadt.
Rocky on Tour
Our T. rex “Rocky” is currently on loan at the National Museum of Natural History in Beijing. However, you can still experience his impressive presence here: on display is the detailed construction of his skeleton – in original size and just as impressive as “Rocky” himself.
Season Opening at the Dinosaur Museum – New Opening Hours!
We’re open again daily from 9 AM to 6 PM for you!
The many benefits of our annual pass
With an annual pass, a dino excursion becomes your personal prehistoric territory: come as often as you like, in any season, without having to buy a ticket each time.
Discover all the benefits, savings opportunities and extras that give your visit that certain something.
Click here for the annual pass benefits:
Current Exhibitions
These highlights await you in our museum hall!
DRACULA
The largest pterosaur ever found, to be admired in life size!
TREASURE CHAMBER
…in the heart of Bavaria!
The unique fossil finds from Painten with world firsts!
ARCHAEOPTERYX
AMMONITE MASTERPIECES
Exhibition on the unique beauty and fascinating variety of ammonites.
Excursion destinations with children: Dinosaur time
On the Forest Adventure Trail, guests of all ages can embark on an exciting journey through the eras of Earth’s history. Over 70 life-sized prehistoric animals bring these giants close enough to touch.
The air-conditioned Museum Hall showcases fossils and original skeletons, including world sensations such as the oldest Archaeopteryx.
For a break in between, our restaurant and forest beer garden offer a wide range of drinks, delicious meals (including certified organic products where available), as well as coffee and cake.
Covered hands-on activities (subject to a charge) for budding paleontologists and several adventure playgrounds invite you to research and discover.
No matter what the weather, a trip to the Dinosaurier Museum is definitely worth it! It is an ideal change from everyday life and is ideal for family trips!
Wonder
Participate
Knowledge is also conveyed in the Dinosaurier Museum through active experience. You can experience the work of paleontologists by, for example, preparing fossils yourself or searching for millions of years old shark teeth. The hands-on stations invite you to compare your own ideas of how big, how fast or how strong the dinosaurs were with your own skills. Whether it’s a race or touching a dinosaur bone – knowledge about the time from the Paleozoic to today grows with every area you experience with us.
Enjoy
If you need a refreshment after the exciting encounters with the prehistoric giants and the millions of years old fossils, you can get it in the beautiful nature in the restaurant by the lake or in the cozy forest beer garden. We offer our guests organic dishes. Vegetarian and vegan alternatives are of course available. If you have any food intolerances or allergies, please contact us. Playgrounds within sight of the restaurant delight children of all ages, while adults can relax and enjoy their break.
At a glance
World sensations – an original prehistoric bird, Archaeopteryx, and the giant pterosaur Dracula
1.5 km circular route – barrier-free (except for access to one exhibit)
Hands-on hall - excavate and prepare fossils, crack open geodes or find shark teeth and gemstones
Experience science – let yourself be carried away into the wide field of paleontology
Two large playgrounds - each within sight of our restaurant.
Regional and sustainable gastronomy offer, almost exclusively in organic quality.
Tickets are available on site at the entrance.
Forest beer garden – for a relaxing snack break in the middle of an idyllic clearing.
Free parking for cars, motorcycles & Co.
Museum shop – suitable souvenirs for every dino fan
Large selection of vegetarian and vegan dishes
Arrival by car – directly on the A9
Bus connection - conveniently directly to the entrance
Dogs welcome
Opening Hours
CURRENT OPENING HOURS
Monday – Sunday: 9 AM – 6 PM
All public holidays: 9 AM – 6 PM
Holidays: daily 9 AM – 6 PM
You can find the exact opening times for the whole year in our opening times calendar:
Prices
Day tickets
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Birthday Children free
Also applies to adult birthday children!
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Toddlers free
0 - 3 years
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Children €17.90
4–13 years
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Pupils* €17.90
Pupils, trainees & students
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Seniors €18.90
60+ years
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Adults €19.90
14+ years
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Children with Disabilities €14.90
4–13 years
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Adults with Disabilities €17.90
14+ years
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Families 2 + 2 €64.90
2 adults & 2 children
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Families 2 + 3 €69.90
2 adults & 3 children
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Further Children €12.90
in addition to the family ticket 2 + 3
Groups
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School & Kindergarten Children €14.90
Children in school and kindergarten groups
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Adults in Group €18.90
Groups of 10 or more
Annual tickets
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Children & Pupils* €49.00
Annual pass for children aged 4–13, students, and apprentices
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Adults €55.00
Annual pass for adults 14+
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Family 2 + 2 €180.00
Annual pass for 2 adults 14+ & 2 children 4-13 years
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Family 2 + 3 €210.00
Annual pass for 2 adults 14+ & 3 children 4-13 years
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Further Children €30.00
Further children for the family annual ticket 2 + 3
Prices are per person. Tickets are available at the entrance.
Directions
By car
The Dinosaurier Museum Altmühltal in Denkendorf is only 2 kilometers away from the highway. There is ample parking for cars and buses.
By train & bus
Those who use the public transport (bahn.de) can reach us by bus from the main or north station Ingolstadt, or the Kinding (Altmühltal) train station.
Our bus stop is called “Dinopark, Denkendorf (Upper Bavaria)” and can be found, for example, in the DB-Navigator or on bahn.de.
Contact
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