The interactive museum in Holzminden

Sensoria –
House of Fragrances and Flavours

More than just a fragrance museum –
an experience for the whole family!

Learn about the heritage of Holzminden – the cradle of the fragrance and flavour industry – and discover the fascinating world of smell and taste. Experience a unique exhibition covering ten themed areas across 600 square metres and three floors. Located directly on the Weser Cycle Route in the Weserbergland region, Sensoria offers a completely new museum experience: sensory, interactive and unique in Europe.

The Exhibition

Opening hours

Tuesday – Sunday: 10 am – 6 pm *

* April to October

Opening Hours & Admission

Sensoria Gebaeude Blick auf Schaufenster und Eingang

News

Sensoria auf der ABF in Hannover

Auch 2025 ist Sensoria wieder dabei. Vom 12.-16.02.2025 findet wieder die ABF – Messe Hannover statt. Kommen Sie uns gerne in der Halle 019 (Reisen & Urlaub) am Stand A65 besuchen.

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Events

Tastings, Workshops, Talks and more

Sensoria offers a fragrant and enjoyable programme for all the senses – varied, surprising and unforgettable. Perfect for families, friends and anyone who wants to discover smell and taste in a new way!

Note: The individual event descriptions have not been translated into English, as all events will be held in German.

Events in October 2025–March 2026

Olfactory Art by Camilla Nicklaus-Maurer

Sonderprogramm

Kunstausstellung 03.06. - 31.10.

Tue, 03.06.2025 / 10:00 – 18:00 Uhrh

Olfactory Art by Camilla Nicklaus-Maurer

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Schottische Whisky-Rundreise

Tastings

Whisky-Tasting

Sat, 11.10.2025 / 18:00 – 20:00 Uhrh

Schottische Whisky-Rundreise

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Duftende Badekugeln

Workshop Dufte Kids Badekugeln Andrea Duurland

Kinder

Dufte Kids Workshop

Thu, 16.10.2025 / 16:00 – 17:30 Uhrh

Duftende Badekugeln

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Regionale Bier-Vielfalt

Tastings

Bier-Tasting

Fri, 17.10.2025 / 18:00 – 20:00 Uhrh

Regionale Bier-Vielfalt

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Die Reise der Bourbon Vanille

Vorträge

Sensoria Special - Vortrag

Sun, 19.10.2025 / 15:00 – 16:00 Uhrh

Die Reise der Bourbon Vanille

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Wein-Momente

Weinglaeser mit Weißwein, Rose und Rotwein

Tastings

Wein-Tasting

Fri, 24.10.2025 / 18:00 – 21:00 Uhrh

Wein-Momente

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Duftkerzen mit ätherischen Ölen

Workshop_Duftkerzen mit aetherischen Oelen

Workshops

Duftkerzen-Workshop

Fri, 07.11.2025 / 18:30 – 20:00 Uhrh

Duftkerzen mit ätherischen Ölen

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Die hohe Kunst des Pralinenmachens

Workshops

Pralinen-Workshop

Sat, 15.11.2025 / 17:00 – 19:30 Uhrh

Die hohe Kunst des Pralinenmachens

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Rum-Erlebnis

Tastings

Rum-Tasting

Sat, 22.11.2025 / 18:00 – 20:00 Uhrh

Rum-Erlebnis

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Entspannung mit ätherischen Ölen

Workshops

Workshop Stressbewältigung

Fri, 28.11.2025 / 17:00 – 20:00 Uhrh

Entspannung mit ätherischen Ölen

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Rendez-Vous Champagne

Tastings

Champagner-Tasting

Fri, 05.12.2025 / 18:00 – 21:00 Uhrh

Rendez-Vous Champagne

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Oxymel – Natürliche Heilkraft aus Honig & Essig

Workshops

Naturmedizin-Workshop

Thu, 15.01.2026 / 17:00 – 20:00 Uhrh

Oxymel – Natürliche Heilkraft aus Honig & Essig

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Duftyoga

Workshops

Yoga

Fri, 30.01.2026 / 18:00 – 20:30 Uhrh

Duftyoga

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Wein-Momente

Tastings

Wein-Tasting

Fri, 06.02.2026 / 18:00 – 21:00 Uhrh

Wein-Momente

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Whisky-Weltreise

Tastings

Whisky-Tasting

Sat, 21.02.2026 / 18:00 – 20:00 Uhrh

Whisky-Weltreise

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Duftcremes mit ätherischen Ölen

Workshops

Duftcreme-Workshop

Fri, 27.02.2026 / 17:00 – 20:00 Uhrh

Duftcremes mit ätherischen Ölen

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Japanische Teezeremonie

Workshops

Tee-Workshop

Sat, 07.03.2026 / 18:00 – 20:00 Uhrh

Japanische Teezeremonie

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Ätherische Öle für Ihr Tier

Workshops

Workshop

Fri, 27.03.2026 / 17:00 – 20:00 Uhrh

Ätherische Öle für Ihr Tier

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All Events

Radio & TV

Discover exciting television and radio reports about the House of Fragrances and Flavours in Holzminden. Gain fascinating insights and reports about this unique exhibition centre.

Glasflasche mit Safran in einer Glassäule

Television programme SAT.1 Regional

Apothekerflaschen in der Nahaufnahme in Labor der Duefte in Sensoria

Television programme Hallo Niedersachsen

Radio programme Deutschlandfunk Kultur

Radio programme NDR Kulturspiegel

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The history
behind Sensoria

For more than 150 years, innovations from Holzminden have been shaping the fragrance and flavour industry. It all began in 1874 with the production of the synthetic flavouring vanillin – a success story that continues to this day.

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The building

Discover Sensoria

EN Click on the areas and
find out what you can expect at Sensoria.

Sensoria - Haus der Duefte und Aromen in Holzminden - im Fokus das große Schaufenster zur Ausstellung. Blick geht weiter Richtung Weserbruecke

Fragrance Garden above the Rooftops of Holzminden

The 500 m² rooftop garden of Sensoria invites you to relax among fragrant plants, a spacious terrace, and open-air areas. Enjoy the view of the Luther Church and the Weser River – an exclusive pleasure for all visitors to the exhibition.

Sensoria Haus der Duefte und Aromen in Holzminden Blick auf den Dachgarten.

A window into the exhibition

Even from the outside, the large display window offers a first glimpse into the world of Sensoria. It sparks curiosity about the exhibition and gives a hint of what awaits visitors inside: smell, taste, experience.

Sensoria - Haus der Duefte und Aromen in Holzminden Außenansicht mit Blick auf das Schaufenster am Abend

The Fragrance laboratory

The Fragrance laboratory invites you to explore and experiment: with the digital scent generator, visitors can create their very own fragrance. At the same time, the space offers room for a wide range of events – from workshops and tastings to lectures or private gatherings.

Sensoria Haus der Duefte und Aromen in Holzminden - Bereich Labor der Duefte

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Getting here

Right on the Weser Cycle Route

Sensoria is located directly on the Weser Cycle Route, one of Germany’s most popular long-distance cycle routes. Located in the heart of Holzminden, between the Weser River and the old town, Sensoria is the perfect location to take a break – and let your senses travel.

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