Münster is a city located in the North Rhine-Westphalia region of Germany. Renowned for its well-preserved medieval architecture and also recognized for its academic significance, it offers a diverse cultural environment with museums, galleries, and annual events.
No matter whether you arrive by car or train, by plane or bicycle, the university town of Münster is convenient to reach. Even coming to Münster by boat is not a problem.
By plane
Münster/Osnabrück International Airport (FMO) is conveniently located just off the A1 motorway (Hamburg - Cologne). A few kilometers away is the junction with the A30 motorway (Amsterdam-Berlin).
The FMO is thus the central airport for western Lower Saxony, Westphalia, and also for the eastern Netherlands. There is a multitude of direct domestic and European connections at the international airport Münster-Osnabrück (FMO). You can fly to Münster from all over the world via Frankfurt or Munich Airport. From here, you can reach the city centre of Münster by bus or taxi in approx. 30 minutes.
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Plane
Münster/Osnabrück International Airport (FMO) is conveniently located just off the A1 motorway (Hamburg - Cologne). A few kilometers away is the junction with the A30 motorway (Amsterdam-Berlin).
The FMO is thus the central airport for western Lower Saxony, Westphalia, and also for the eastern Netherlands. There is a multitude of direct domestic and European connections at the international airport Münster-Osnabrück (FMO). You can fly to Münster from all over the world via Frankfurt or Munich Airport. From here, you can reach the city centre of Münster by bus or taxi in approx. 30 minutes.
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Train
Münster’s main station is situated right in the city centre. Münster is linked with Germany's and Europe's metropolises via its IC, EC, and ICE connections.
The train ride from Hamburg or Cologne to Münster takes two hours; from Berlin, it's approx. 3.5 hours, while Enschede (NL) is a solid hour away. And many European capitals, such as Amsterdam, Brussels, Paris, Copenhagen, and Warsaw, can be reached conveniently with just a single change.
More information on railroad connections :
- Timetables and tickets for Germany and Europe : Deustche Bahn
- Münster’s main station information: Münster (Westf) Hbf
- FlixTrain www.flixtrain.de
Car
You can reach Münster directly via the A1 and A43 speedways. The trip from Frankfurt a. M., Hamburg or Amsterdam will take you approximately 3 hours; the trip from Berlin to Münster takes approximately 5 hours.
For more information, see:
https://www.stadt-muenster.de/en/tourismus/service-and-information/how-to-reach-Muenster.html
Park and Ride
Park and Ride facilities allow free car parking with bus access to the old town. Buses depart frequently from P+R facilities throughout the year.
The Münster parking guidance system directs to free P+R facilities, showing locations and available spaces.
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Public transport
There is a dense network of bus lines, particularly in the city center, ensuring swift and frequent transportation throughout.Around 20 city bus routes link various districts to the city center, with a bus stopping approximately every ten minutes at numerous stops.
To stay informed about bus lines and plan your routes, consider downloading the "DB Navigator" app, available in both English and German.
Click here to download
Bike
The bicycle is the most commonly used means of transport in Münster. Therefore, Münster has been awarded the title of "most bicycle-friendly city in Germany" several times already. The city is furnished with such a well-developed network of bicycle paths and so many bike-related offers.
Münster boasts four bicycle stations, including Germany's largest at the main station, with 3,500 parking spots.
For additional details on the various bike rental services and options, please visit:
https://www.stadt-muenster.de/en/tourismus/bike-city/bicycle-rental.
Climate
G Located in the northwestern region of Germany, Münster experiences relatively mild temperatures and evenly distributed rainfall throughout the year.
The climate in Münster during September is generally mild and moderately dry. It falls within the autumn season and is typically the 4th warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around 19°C (66°F), while nighttime temperatures typically hover around 10°C (50°F)..