Mapping Your Art Adventure: How to Use the Museum, Sculpture Garden, and Park Maps
Planning a culture-packed day is easier when you know exactly where you're going and what to expect. The museum, sculpture garden, and park maps help you navigate effortlessly, avoid surprises like temporary room closures, and discover more art in less time. In this guide, you'll learn where to access the museum, sculpture garden, and park maps, how to use them to plan routes and breaks, and how to account for seasonal changes, accessibility, and family-friendly activities.
Use the maps to move confidently between the museum, the vast sculpture garden, and De Hoge Veluwe National Park—so you can focus on what matters: the art and the experience.
Quick answer: Where do I find the museum, sculpture garden, and park maps?
- Download all maps on the central Maps page: https://krollermuller.nl/en/maps
- Pick up a printed map in the museum (includes information about artworks on the routes)
- View the sculpture garden map (PDF): Direct download
- View the park overview map (JPG): Direct view
Tip: Galleries may be temporarily closed during reinstallations. Always check the calendar when you arrive.
Understand each map and what it’s best for
Museum map: art-first orientation
- Use it to plan a path through the collection and to locate facilities, including two accessible toilets.
- Look for any notes about temporary room closures due to reinstallation.
- Complement your map-based route with the Podcatcher audio tour (90 minutes max). It covers about 30 masterpieces in Dutch, English, German, Spanish, French, Italian, Japanese and Chinese (Mandarin). Cost: €2.50 p.p. Available online or at the reception desk. Note: the audio tour is only for the collection presentation, not the exhibitions or sculpture garden. More info: Audio tour and guided tours
Sculpture garden map: routes, seasons, and access
- The sculpture garden extends over 25 hectares and is open year-round.
- The map highlights routes and artworks; pick up a print on site for artwork information along the way.
- Seasonal note: some sculptures are removed or covered between November and April to protect them from harsh weather. If you want to see specific works like Floating sculpture, Otterlo (Marta Pan) and Needle Tower (Kenneth Snelson), visit between 1 April and 1 November.
- Accessibility: most areas are accessible for wheelchairs and mobility scooters, but some unpaved paths are not suitable. Access details are shown on the sculpture garden map.
- Family-friendly: you may picnic on the grass and let kids explore—there’s more freedom here than inside the museum.
Park map: getting to and from the museum smoothly
- The museum sits inside De Hoge Veluwe National Park. Without a valid Park ticket, you cannot visit the museum.
- Choose whether to drive, cycle, or walk from one of three park entrances, or pick up a free White Bicycle (with child seat available) at the entrances.
- Use the park map to understand distances and plan your timing.
Getting to the museum: use the park map to choose your entrance
- The park charges a fee for bringing and/or parking a car or coach. Purchase your ticket at the park entrance or online.
- There are parking spaces for cars and coaches at the museum and 6 disabled parking spaces located 175 metres from the entrance for visitors with a disabled parking card.
- Electric vehicles: there are no charging stations in the immediate vicinity of the museum. In the central area of the park are 14 charging stations.
Distances from park entrances to the museum
| Entrance | By car | By bike | On foot |
|---|---|---|---|
| Otterlo | 5 minutes | 10 minutes | 40 minutes |
| Hoenderloo | 10 minutes | 25 minutes | 1 hour 30 minutes |
| Schaarsbergen | 15 minutes | 40 minutes | At least 2 hours and 30 minutes |
Addresses of the park entrances:
- Schaarsbergen entrance (10 km to museum), Koningsweg 17, 6816 TC — Not accessible to coaches
- Hoenderloo entrance (4 km to museum), Houtkampweg 13, 7352 TC
- Otterlo entrance (2.5 km to museum), Houtkampweg 9, 6731 AV
Navigate the museum with confidence
Use the museum map to align your must-sees with efficient routes and facility stops.
- Temporary changes: galleries are occasionally closed during reinstallation; durations are kept as short as possible. Check the calendar at arrival.
- Facilities and accessibility:
- The museum is fully accessible for wheelchairs; there are two accessible toilets.
- Borrow wheelchairs, walking frames, stools and children’s buggies free of charge at the cloakroom (first-come, first-served; no reservations).
- Service dogs are welcome; other pets are not.
- If you need a caregiver, you can bring one free of charge with a valid assistance card (reserve a free ticket).
- Photos: you may take photos in the museum without flash, tripod, or selfie stick.
- Food and drink: enjoy your own provisions in the cloakroom area or outside in the sculpture garden. On site, there are two restaurants—an indoor restaurant open year-round and an outdoor restaurant open from April to September.
Related planning links:
- Maps hub: https://krollermuller.nl/en/maps
- Plan your visit: https://krollermuller.nl/en/plan-your-visit
- Accessibility: https://krollermuller.nl/accessibility
- Audio tour & guided tours: https://krollermuller.nl/en/audio-tour-and-guided-tours
Explore the sculpture garden like a pro
The sculpture garden is one of Europe’s largest—and a serene, open-air setting for modern art. Your sculpture garden map is the key to selecting routes that match your time, interests, and mobility.
- Year-round access: open in all seasons, with a different atmosphere each time of year.
- Seasonal artworks and coverage: some sculptures are protected between November and April. To catch specific highlights—such as Floating sculpture, Otterlo and Needle Tower—visit between 1 April and 1 November. Use the filters in the collection finder to check whether your favourite sculpture is on view.
- Jardin d’émail (Jean Dubuffet) opening times and safety:
- Open from 1 April to 1 November.
- For safety, entry is only permitted when the surface is completely dry. It closes during rain and for a short time after.
- Maintenance takes place on the last Monday of each month; during this time, visitors cannot enter the artwork.
- Accessibility: most of the garden is accessible by wheelchair or mobility scooter; some unpaved paths are not suitable. The map indicates what to expect.
- Family-friendly flexibility: you can lie on the grass, picnic, and let kids roam more freely than indoors. Bring a blanket and choose a spot near your favourite sculpture.
- Seasonal safety note (May–July): the oak processionary caterpillar may cause irritation through microscopic hairs. Avoid walking barefoot or sitting directly on the ground.
Add discovery with the geocaching route
Turn navigation into an art treasure hunt. With the geocaching route, you’ll explore 25 hectares with a hidden art treasure among the sculptures. When you find it, you’ll receive a code to open it—then take the credit card inside to the museum shop to exchange for a gift. Details: Geocaching route in the sculpture garden
How to combine the museum, sculpture garden, and park maps for a seamless day
Follow this simple, step-by-step plan to make the most of your visit:
- Secure your tickets
- Buy your museum tickets online to save time; tickets include entrance to the sculpture garden and are also available at the desk (card payments only).
- Also arrange your De Hoge Veluwe National Park ticket in advance. Without a valid Park ticket, you cannot visit the museum.
- Choose your park entrance and travel mode
- Use the park map to assess distances from Otterlo, Hoenderloo, or Schaarsbergen.
- Decide whether to drive, walk, or pick up a free White Bicycle (child seats available) from the park entrances.
- Pick up printed maps on arrival
- Collect the printed map in the museum for up-to-date routes and artwork information.
- Prioritize must-sees with the museum map
- Mark your top works and plan an efficient path. Consider adding the 90-minute audio tour for deeper context.
- Time your sculpture garden visit
- Check seasonal notes and weather-related conditions (especially for Jardin d’émail and other seasonal installations).
- Use the sculpture garden map to choose accessible paths if needed.
- Plan breaks and refresh points
- Note the locations of the indoor restaurant (year-round) and outdoor restaurant (April–September), and build in a picnic window if you brought your own food.
- Leave room for spontaneity
- Try the geocaching route to discover artworks you might otherwise miss.
Practical takeaways and pro tips
- Download first, print later: start with the digital maps at https://krollermuller.nl/en/maps, then pick up a printed copy for on-the-spot decisions.
- Mind seasonal changes: some sculptures are removed or covered between November and April; key works (e.g., Floating sculpture and Needle Tower) are viewable between 1 April and 1 November.
- Check surface conditions: Jardin d’émail opens only when the surface is completely dry and closes during rain and shortly after; monthly maintenance occurs on the last Monday.
- Accessibility at a glance: many routes are wheelchair-friendly, but some unpaved paths aren’t. Borrow mobility aids free of charge at the cloakroom (no reservations).
- Park logistics: budget for Park entry/parking; note the 14 EV chargers in the Park’s central area and none in the immediate vicinity of the museum.
- Family-ready: plan a picnic in the sculpture garden; use the map to pick a scenic spot.
- Photos: permitted without flash, tripod, or selfie stick.
Frequently asked questions (for fast planning)
Do I need separate tickets for the museum and sculpture garden?
Your museum ticket includes entrance to the sculpture garden. A valid De Hoge Veluwe National Park ticket is required to visit the museum.
Where do I get a printed map?
At the museum. The printed map includes information about artworks on the routes.
Is the sculpture garden open in winter?
Yes, it is open all year. Some sculptures are covered between November and April due to weather.
When can I visit Jardin d’émail?
From 1 April to 1 November, only when the surface is completely dry. It closes during rain and briefly afterward; maintenance occurs on the last Monday of the month.
Are there accessible routes?
Most of the sculpture garden is accessible by wheelchair or mobility scooter; some unpaved paths are not. Accessibility details are on the sculpture garden map.
Can I borrow a wheelchair or stroller?
Yes. Wheelchairs, walking frames, stools, and children’s buggies are available free of charge at the cloakroom (no reservations).
Where can I park, and are there EV chargers?
Parking is available at the museum. There are 6 disabled parking spaces (175 metres from the entrance). There are no EV charging stations near the museum; 14 are available in the park’s central area.
Conclusion
With the museum, sculpture garden, and park maps in hand, you can chart the perfect route through galleries and gardens, plan accessible paths, time seasonal highlights, and build in family-friendly moments from picnic spots to treasure hunts. Start by downloading your maps and planning the essentials—then let the art lead the way.
- Download maps: https://krollermuller.nl/en/maps
- Plan your visit: https://krollermuller.nl/en/plan-your-visit
- Accessibility info: https://krollermuller.nl/accessibility
- Audio tour: https://krollermuller.nl/en/audio-tour-and-guided-tours
- Geocaching route: https://krollermuller.nl/en/geocaching-route-in-the-sculpture-garden
Ready to map your day? Get your tickets, download the museum, sculpture garden, and park maps, and make the most of every minute at the Kröller-Müller Museum.