Sharing my Passion for Minerals with the World

Beautiful minerals are my passion. I have been collecting aesthetic mineral specimens for almost 50 years, and this lifelong dedication has culminated in the creation of a noteworthy collection. Sharing it has always brought me joy—first with family and friends, and later with fellow collectors and enthusiasts. Over time, this joy sparked the idea of making the collection accessible to a wider audience.

In 2019, I turned that idea into reality by founding my Private Museum for Fine Minerals.

Located in two tastefully appointed rooms spanning 50 square meters, the gallery showcases more than 1,000 specimens displayed in 23 elegant, well-lit cases. The rooms are fully air-conditioned and filled with specially composed transcendental music, creating a unique and contemplative atmosphere.

Each specimen is carefully arranged and mounted on a custom acrylic base. Hundreds of strategically placed LED spotlights—in both cool and warm color temperatures—ensure that every piece is illuminated to reveal its full beauty. They deserve nothing less.

Once inside the museum, visitors can access the Online Museum Guide (OMG) via a conveniently placed QR code, easily scanned with any mobile phone.

The guide offers detailed information for each specimen on display, organized by showcase. Simply select the number of the desired case (visible in the upper left corner of each display), and you'll be shown a photo wall of all the specimens within it. By tapping on a photo, you’ll access detailed information about that specimen—including easy-to-use links (highlighted with blue tags) to additional data on mindat.org, covering both the mineral and its locality.

This digital approach is a significant step forward from traditional display labels, bringing the museum experience firmly into the modern age.

In short, you can explore the museum at your own pace—with the most up-to-date information available right at your fingertips.

The museum is located in Müllheim, a medium-sized town nestled between Basel (Switzerland) and Freiburg (Germany).

It lies in a picturesque and historically rich region of the Rhine Valley, near the Black Forest mountains. The area is dotted with ancient Roman settlements, including a nearly 2,000-year-old Roman spa in the nearby town of Badenweiler. Known as the Markgräflerland, this region is often referred to as the “Tuscany of Germany” for its mild climate, rolling hills, and cultural charm.

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by Car

Müllheim is approximately 4.5 hours by car from Munich via Stuttgart, using highways A8 and A5. It is also just 1.5 hours by car from Sainte-Marie-aux-Mines.

This makes the museum an ideal stop for collectors traveling to or from the Munich Show or the Sainte-Marie-aux-Mines Mineral Show, allowing for a convenient and rewarding visit in between these major events.

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by Train

Müllheim has its own train station, located just 600 meters from the museum—an easy walk for visitors arriving by rail.

High-speed trains (ICE, TGV, etc.) stop in either Basel or Freiburg, where you can transfer to a regional train with direct service to Müllheim. From there, it’s just a few minutes on foot to the museum.

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by Plane

The closest airport is EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg, located in France, approximately 30 minutes from the museum by car.

There are numerous daily flights to and from major hubs like Frankfurt and Munich. When arriving at EuroAirport, be sure to use the French exit if you're picking up a rental car or taxi, as this is the correct side for reaching Müllheim.

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