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Sprengel Museum

A museum focusing on 20th-century modern art. It houses an extensive collection of art objects, including works by Pablo Picasso, Paul Klee, and Niki de Saint-Phalle. Admission is free for all visitors on Fridays.

Address: Kurt-Schwitters-Platz
Getting there: any tram to Aegidientorplatz then walk 10 min to the direction of the lake, or Bus 131 from Kröpcke to stop Maschsee/Sprengel Museum
Hours: Tue 10:00-20:00, Wed-Sun 10:00-18:00
Price: Adults €14, concessions €6
Website: sprengel-museum.de (opens in a new tab)

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