Bode Museum · Audio guide
Hear the story of Bode Museum, right there
Not a guidebook entry. It's the story of this place: what you don't see at first glance and why it's worth coming. Some gems are narrated by an AI voice, others by people who know them.
How it works
- Go there: the app walks you there from wherever you are.
- Listen on the spot: the story plays when you arrive, in your language if it was recorded in it.
- Keep discovering: the Berlin map has more gems like this one, and you can put them together in a tour.
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Story
In 2017, someone stole a hundred-kilo gold coin from this museum. They entered through a window. It was never recovered.
The man who gave this museum its name was an obsessive director who set up the rooms like theater stages. His methods were revolutionary.
The Bode Museum floats on water and hides stories of thefts and geniuses. Let me navigate them with you.
Visiting Bode Museum
- Visit Duration
- The visit takes approximately 0 minutes with the audio guide.
- Entry and Price
- The entry fee for adults is 12.
- Opening Hours
- The museum is open from 10:00 to 18:00. It is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.
Frequently asked questions
What is significant about the architecture of the Bode Museum?
The Bode Museum was designed by architect Ernst von Ihne in a neobaroque style and completed in 1904. It is located at the northern tip of Museum Island, where the Spree River splits, and appears to rise from the water.
What are some notable events in the history of the Bode Museum?
In 1909, Wilhelm von Bode purchased a bust he believed to be by Leonardo da Vinci, which was later proven to be from the 19th century. In 2017, the museum was the site of a theft where a 100-kilogram gold coin was stolen.
What can I see at the Bode Museum?
The museum houses collections of sculpture, Egyptian and Byzantine art, and numismatics, offering a journey through European art history from the Middle Ages to the 18th century.
What is the story behind the stolen gold coin?
In 2017, a 100-kilogram gold coin known as the Big Maple Leaf was stolen from the museum. The thieves used a skateboard and a wheelbarrow to transport it. The coin was never recovered, and it is believed to have been melted down.
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