Innsbruck old town and Hofburg
Summer A city day out with the Golden Roof, the Hofburg and the Nordkette
Culture in the Wildschönau and surroundings · Summer
Tyrolean Folk Art Museum, Innsbruck
Masks, costumes and folk crafts in a former monastery beside the Hofkirche
The Tyrolean Folk Art Museum is housed in a former Franciscan monastery, right next to the Hofkirche and close to Innsbruck's old town. The monastery wings surround an arcaded Renaissance courtyard. The collection revolves around crafts, festivals, customs, faith and superstition in Tyrol.
Among other things you see costumes, masks, nativity scenes, historic farmhouse rooms (Stuben), textiles, glass, pottery and tools from different parts of Tyrol, plus models of former farms. Children mostly enjoy hunting for details, such as the masks; the museum occasionally runs guided tours for young and old. Allow a good hour; the museum combines well with a stroll through the city centre.
Place: Innsbruck
- AgeFrom approx. 6 years
- DurationApprox. 1 to 1.5 hours
- CostAdmission charged; see the official website for current prices
- DistanceApprox. 1 hour by car
- SeasonAll year (check opening hours)
- LocationInnsbruck (old town)
Tips
- Look out for the masks and costumes; the details differ from room to room.
- Let children pick a few masks to draw later.
- Combine the museum with the Hofkirche and the old town, both close by.
Practical
Innsbruck is about 1 hour by car from Niederau via the A12. Park in a city-centre car park, or take the train from Wörgl; the museum is within walking distance of the old town.
Always check times, prices and opening dates with the provider beforehand; they can change.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the Tyrolean Folk Art Museum?
In the former Franciscan monastery beside the Hofkirche, close to Innsbruck's old town.
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Stay in Niederau Partner
Hotel Wastlhof, partner of Niederau.nl, is a family-run hotel with an indoor and an outdoor pool, wellness and its own riding stables, right in the village. For more places to stay and information you can also contact the Wildschönau tourist office.
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