Kevelaer: Museums, Exhibitions & Discounts

Kevelaer is a small town located in the Lower Rhine region of North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. The town is primarily known as one of the most important Catholic pilgrimage sites in northwestern Europe, with a history dating back to 1642.

The pilgrimage tradition began when a traveling merchant reportedly experienced a vision of the Virgin Mary, leading to the construction of a small shrine that would later become the Chapel of Grace. Today, Kevelaer welcomes hundreds of thousands of pilgrims annually who come to visit the shrine containing the image of "Our Lady of Luxembourg." The town's cultural landscape is deeply influenced by its religious heritage, reflected in its religious architecture and sacred art collections.

Besides its religious significance, Kevelaer maintains a charming historical town center with traditional Lower Rhine architecture and hosts various cultural events throughout the year that blend religious traditions with local customs.