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The Kröller-Müller Museum Otterlo

The Kröller-Müller Museum Otterlo

The Kröller-Müller Museum is set in the stunning Hoge Veluwe National Park. It holds the second-largest collection of works by Vincent van Gogh. Highlights include Terrace of a Café at Night and The Sower. Modern masters like Mondrian, Seurat, and Picasso also feature prominently. The museum is known for its peaceful, open gallery design and daylight use. A world-renowned sculpture garden surrounds the museum with 160+ works. Visitors can explore the park on free white bicycles provided at the entrance. The blend of nature and modern art is unique in the Netherlands. It’s a day-trip destination for art and outdoor lovers alike. Ideal for those wanting tranquility, creativity, and inspiration.

Opening hours

  • Tuesday 10:00 - 17:00
  • Wednesday 10:00 - 17:00
  • Thursday 10:00 - 17:00
  • Friday 10:00 - 17:00
  • Saturday 10:00 - 17:00
  • Sunday 10:00 - 17:00

How to get there

Houtkampweg 6, 6731 AW Otterlo, Netherlands

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Kröller-Müller Museum – Art and Nature Together

The Kröller-Müller museum is located in Hoge Veluwe National Park, in the center of the Netherlands. It is one of the most unique museums in the country. You can enjoy famous art and beautiful nature in one place.

The museum is known for its big Van Gogh collection and its large sculpture garden.

What to See

  • Almost 90 works by Vincent van Gogh
  • Paintings by Monet, Mondrian, Seurat, and Picasso
  • A 25-hectare garden filled with sculptures
  • Art by Barbara Hepworth, Jean Dubuffet, and Henry Moore
  • Rotating exhibitions with modern and contemporary artists

You can also walk or bike through the park around the museum.

Why Visit

  • See top art in a peaceful, open setting
  • Explore one of the largest sculpture gardens in Europe
  • Combine your museum visit with a nature walk or bike ride
  • Enjoy quiet paths, forests, and wide views

The Museum
The museum was started by Helene Kröller-Müller, who collected Van Gogh’s art early on. She wanted to bring together art, nature, and peace.

The museum still follows that idea today.

Visitor Information

  • Location: Otterlo, inside Hoge Veluwe National Park
  • Open: Tuesday to Sunday, 10:00 – 17:00
  • Tickets: €13.50 (museum) + separate park entry
  • Free with Museumkaart
  • Facilities: Café, shop, free white bikes, and sculpture garden

The Kröller-Müller Museum is perfect if you love art, nature, and quiet beauty. It’s a relaxing and unforgettable day trip in the Netherlands.

Some Highlights of The Kröller-Müller Museum Otterlo

Café Terrace at Night (1888) – Vincent van Gogh

A luminous night scene painted in Arles, showcasing Van Gogh’s bold color palette and signature brushwork. One of his most beloved works.

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Jardin d’émail (1974) – Jean Dubuffet

A walkable, black-and-white enamel sculpture that invites visitors into an abstract dreamworld. It's playful, immersive, and one of the highlights of the museum’s sculpture garden.

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Reclining Figure II (1979) – Henry Moore

This large bronze sculpture explores the balance between abstraction and the human form. It sits powerfully in the open landscape, blending art with nature.

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