Germany Düsseldorf North Rhine-Westphalia Museum

Heinrich-Heine-Museum

About

The Heinrich-Heine-Museum in Düsseldorf, part of the Heinrich-Heine-Institut, is the world’s only museum dedicated entirely to the life and work of the city’s most famous poet. Located in the historic patrician houses on Bilker Straße, the museum presents the permanent exhibition Romanticism and Revolution, which explores Heine’s biography, literary achievements, and political influence. Visitors encounter original manuscripts, first editions, letters, portraits, and even Heine’s death mask, alongside multimedia installations that bring his words to life. Highlights include the handwritten text of Die Loreley and personal artifacts that reveal the poet’s wit and critical spirit. The museum also hosts special exhibitions on literature, music, and cultural history, while its archive and library serve as important research centers. Interactive features such as listening stations and a “literature laboratory” invite deeper engagement, making the museum both scholarly and accessible. As a cultural landmark, the Heinrich-Heine-Museum celebrates Düsseldorf’s most renowned son, offering insight into his enduring legacy as a voice of freedom, irony, and modernity.

Düsseldorf Germany

Location

The Heinrich-Heine-Museum is located at Bilker Straße 12-14, 40213 Düsseldorf, at the southern edge of Düsseldorf’s Old Town. This museum, which doubles as an institute and archive, is dedicated to the life and work of Heinrich Heine, one of Düsseldorf’s most famous sons. The permanent exhibition titled "Heinrich Heine. Closeness and Distance" offers insight into his literary legacy and cultural impact. Nearby, visitors can find the bustling Carlsplatz market known for its food stalls and shops, the cultural hubs of Kunstsammlung Nordrhein-Westfalen and Museum Kunstpalast, as well as the scenic Rhine River promenade and the Hofgarten park. The museum is easily accessible by public transport, with several tram and bus stops such as Benrather Straße and Carlsplatz within minutes, providing convenient connections to other city attractions.