If you want to do more than just celebrate the wedding and would also like to explore the city Kendra fell in love with (and where Christoph has spent most of his life), this little guide is for you!
 Fun fact: in 2004, Münster was named “The World’s Most Livable City.” Once you’ve seen it, you’ll understand why.

Of course, you can spend your day however you like, but here’s a friendly (and slightly biased) suggestion for discovering Münster.

Ice Cream and History

Start your day with some seriously good ice cream at Cremglassé (Drubbel 20). It’s hands-down the best in town, and if you’re unsure what to get, the Bacio di Latte flavor is the best.

Cone in hand, stroll over to St. Lamberti Church, where you’ll spot the three iron cages hanging on the tower (ask a local or chatGPT about the dark backstory) and the striking “Himmelsleiter” sculpture.

Next, wander along the Prinzipalmarkt, lined with its beautiful gabled houses. Even though much of Münster was destroyed in World War II, locals rebuilt the city in its historic style, which gives the city center its very special charm today. Don’t miss the Historic Town Hall, where the Peace of Westphalia was signed in 1648, ending the Thirty Years’ War. That’s why Münster proudly calls itself the City of Peace.

And while you’re there, pop by the St. Paul’s Cathedral and the Domplatz, both absolute must-sees.

Lakeside Stroll and Sculpture Spotting

When you’re ready to stretch your legs a bit more, head over to the Lake Aa (you can get there via Aegidiistraße or part of the Promenade). As you arrive, you’ll spot the famous “Giant Balls”, one of Münster’s many sculptures. Münster is actually known as Europe’s sculpture capital, hosting a massive sculpture exhibition every ten years all across the city. The next one’s in 2027 — sorry, we’re getting married a year too early.

If you’re getting hungry, grab a bite at café/restaurant A2, right by the lake. It’s got great food and an even better view. Once you’re recharged, take a walk around the Aasee, either half the lake (about 3 km, crossing the big bridge in the middle) or go all the way (about 6 km) for extra points and even more peace and quiet.

Castles, Gardens, and Coffee

After your loop, head back to the “Giant Balls” and hop onto the Promenade, Münster’s leafy green belt that circles the old town. Starting from Spatzl restaurant (Am Stadtgraben 52), where the Promenade begins on the right side, walk northwest toward Schloss Münster (palace). Keep an eye out for cyclists, there are a lot (this is Münster, after all!) and soon enough, you’ll reach the palace. These days, it’s the administrative heart of the university. Every one of Münster’s 40,000 students has to check in here at least once, kind of like a rite of passage for your academic career.

Behind the palace, you’ll find the lovely Botanical Garden, perfect for a little break among flowers and trees. When your feet start demanding caffeine, make your way to Café Fam (Frauenstr. 14) for a well-earned coffee stop.

Food and Ice Cream (Again)

From there, stroll over to the Überwasser Church, then wander along Spiekerhof to restaurant Großer Kiepenkerl (Spiekerhof 45), or the Kleiner Kiepenkerl next door, for hearty traditional dishes from the Münsterland region.

Feeling fancy? Head to Cœur D’Artichaut (Alter Fischmarkt 11a), a two-Michelin-star restaurant that’s worth every bite.


Traveling with kids? Check out MuKK, Münster’s biggest toy store, right next door (Alter Fischmarkt 12).

And whatever you do, don’t skip Raphaels (Bült 1) across the street, because one can never have too much ice cream. NEVER.

Bonus Round: The Kreuzviertel

If you’re still up for more exploring (and somehow still have steps left on your tracker), wander through the Kreuzviertel, the neighborhood we call home.

Check out the Zwinger (once part of the old city wall and later used as a prison), the charming Kreuzkirche on Hoyastrasse, and the lovely Raesfeldstrasse and Kettelerstrasse, perfect for a slow, relaxed walk.

By the end of the day, you’ll see why Münster isn’t just livable, it’s lovable.