Berggruen Museum

Berggruen Museum

The Berggruen Museum opened in 1996 and was founded by Heinz Berggruen, one of the world’s most renowned art collectors. Known for its collection of classic modern artworks, it has become a premier destination in Berlin for contemporary art.

In its first ten years after opening, the museum attracted approximately 1.5 million visitors. It houses outstanding works by legendary masters such as Picasso, Giacometti, Georges Braque, Paul Klee, and Henri Matisse. Among them, Picasso’s paintings are the focal point, with around 100 of his works on display. Additionally, there are over 60 pieces by Paul Klee. In addition to paintings, the museum features a substantial collection of sculptures, paper cuttings, and other forms of art, with African carvings being particularly popular. The permanent exhibition “Picasso and His Time” is highly favored by visitors, and the museum also hosts a variety of special exhibitions on different themes to cater to diverse interests.

Since the museum's opening in 1996, Heinz Berggruen continued to acquire classic modern artworks, and the collection has been steadily growing. It is believed that this museum will become even more diverse and enriching in the future.

Berggruen Museum

Must-visit reason: One of Berlin’s most noteworthy museums

Continent where the attraction is located: Europe【Europe】

Country/region where the attraction is located: Germany[Germany]

Province/state where the attraction is located: Berlin State [Berlin]

City where the attraction is located: Berlin [Berlin]