RTL Today - TravelMatKanner: Anatomical Museums and Parks with Giants

Today’s journey is fascinating! On the menu: Discover animal bodies, giants and trolls.

First stop: Anatomical museums, where you and your children can learn about the human and animal bodies in an interactive way.

*Keep in mind that exhibitions with plastinates can be a bit overwhelming for small children, so it's up to you as a parent to make the call! Don't force anything on your kids, every child has their own rhythm and interests.

Second stop: Some very interesting parks with Giants and Trolls.

So let’z enjoy and as always, TravelmatKanner!

1. ANIMAL INSIDE OUT, Saarbrucken, Germany

ANIMAL INSIDE OUT is a new exhibition that will be on display at the Saarlandhalle in Saarbrücken, Germany from June 24 until September 30, 2023.

As per the description of the exhibition, it will feature a special collection of plastinates that show, quite literally, "animals inside out". Discover how intricate animal blood vessels are, their different muscular systems and how various organs of different animals look like, compared to other animals (including humans).

From goats to giraffes, squids to sharks and octopuses to ostriches, guests will discover the form and function of animals both exotic and familiar. All information about this very interesting exhibition can be found here.

2. Body Worlds in Heidelberg, Germany and Amsterdam, Netherlands

Bodyworlds has permanent exhibitions not so far from Luxembourg. One is located in the beautiful city of Heidelberg,Germany and another one is located in Amsterdam, Netherlands.

There are also some non-permanent exhibitions, one recently took place in Trier.

You can follow up on all the locations and information regarding the different exhibitions here.

3. CORPUS, Netherlands

The Corpus museum is located near the city of Leiden, in the Netherlands. It offers a fascinating journey through the human body in an interactive way and is perfect for children of all ages. Walk inside the mouth, jump on the tongue, take a stroll through the ear and learn about the human body in a fun way.

All information about CORPUS can be found here.

4. Discovery Museum, Zuid Limburg (not far from Maastricht)

This science museum is great for children and it features an exciting expedition zone about the human body, similar to the CORPUS museum. Children have the possibility to see enlarged parts of the human body, learn and observe the functioning of the basic human organs, and all that in a very playful environment. There are a lot of other attractions in the area that you can also visit with your family (I'll list them someday in a different article).

And now we will start the second part of our journey. Get ready to discover some fascinating parks with giants and trolls!

5. De Schorre Park, Antwerp, Belgium

Seven mythical creatures and seven giant wooden trolls are hidden in De Schorre park in Boom, Belgium (Antwerp province).

These mythical giants were created by Danish recycling artist Thomas Dambo who has placed his giants in different locations in Europe.

The seven giants of De Schorre were created for Tomorrowland festival in 2019.

Let us know if you have visited and managed to spot all seven of them.

Photos from the artist’s website can be found here.

More about the artist can be found here.

6. Elfy Park, French Ardennes

Another giant by Thomas Dambo is located at the Elfy family park, in the French Ardennes.

The park is a great destination for families, full of attractions, elfish houses, activities and is definitely worth visiting on a sunny day in spring or summer.

For more information on the opening times of the park for 2023, visit the website here.

7. The Giant of the Apennines Mondo Verde Landgraaf Park, Netherlands

While the original giant is located in Tuscany, Italy, you might want to opt for a location closer to Luxembourg: Mondo Verde Landgraaf Park Netherlands.