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A visit to Germany’s biggest museum war ship is the best way to vividly experience everyday life at sea. The mast of the missile destroyer Mölders, which was put out of action three years ago, reaches up 40 meters high over the outdoor area of the Deutsches Marinemuseum in Wilhelmshaven. It features video documentation of former crewmembers describing their experiences and impressions on board. Other fascinating stops on the outdoor area are the submarine U 10 and the mine hunter Weilheim. You will get a fair idea of the atmosphere on board as you stroll along the corridors and cells of the ships, past the operation HQ and the living quarters of the crew members. In the main building of the German navy museum, visitors get the chance to indulge in some informative time travel through the changeful history of Germany and its marine force. In the summer, your visit to the museum is complemented by a historical harbour tour.

Opening times:
April to October 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., November to March 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Contact:

Deutsches Marinemuseum
Südstrand 125
26382 Wilhelmshaven

+49 (0) 4421 / 41061
+49 (0) 4421 / 41063

info@marinemuseum.de
http://www.marinemuseum.de

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TMN  |  18.04.2012 14:42:31

Answer Schnellboot/DKM Tirpitz

Dear Mr. Heiney, unfortunately we can't give you this information. But if you ask our colleagues from the German Marine Museum, they can give you the information you need. You can achieve them at info@marinemuseum.de Kind regards

Robert Heiney  |  18.04.2012 14:31:51

Schnellboot/DKM Tirpitz

Who was the builder of the Schnellboot on display, and did it fire torpedoes? If so, how? I also noticed you displayed armor from DKM Tirpitz. Was she salvaged, and does Germany recognize the loss of military personnel from that era?

TMN  |  07.12.2011 16:03:47

information Hugo Zenne/Walter Zipple

Dear Mr. Keegan, Thank you for your very interesting inquiry. The survivor of the light cruiser S.M.S. WIESBADEN was undoubtedly stoker (English Stoker First Class) Hugo Senne. Why did he later call Walter Zenne, or whether this is different person, could not be established in the documentation.If you want to get more informations, please directly contact the "German Navel Museum" (info@marinemuseum.de) Sincerly

Sean Keegan  |  05.12.2011 09:19:55

Hugo Zenne/Walter Zipple

Greetings, I have come across a very interesting and complex discovery regarding the sole survivor of the SMS Weisbaden. Apparently he was my father-in-laws grandfather.We have a sort of autobiography of Hugo Z. only his name is Walter Z. Can you verify which name is the real one and why would he change it? Thank you, Sean Keegan

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