Museums and galleries
in 360° Alpenland
Cultural worlds in the heart of Upper Austria
Between historic walls and contemporary art
Museums, galleries and exhibition centres in 360° Alpenland offer unique insights into art, history and culture in Upper Austria. Between medieval townscapes, baroque monasteries and modern architecture, a diverse cultural landscape is created that not only shows history, but makes it come alive.
The 360° Alpine region preserves living traditions that have been recognised as UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage - including Jew's harp and scythe production, the Trattenbacher Taschenfeitel and the Steyrer Kripperl. Museums and exhibitions make these craft traditions visible and show how closely regional identity is linked to traditional skills.
Contemporary art sets deliberate contrasts: galleries and changing exhibitions create dialogues between past and present and make 360° Alpenland an inspiring cultural space for visitors.
Frequently asked questions about museums & galleries:
In 360° Alpenland, the spectrum ranges from city history museums to craft museums and themed exhibitions. The content ranges from industrial and everyday history to sacred art and regional cultural history.
The historic centre of Steyr combines several museums within walking distance. Between historic town houses and the confluence of the Enns and Steyr rivers, exhibition rooms open up to reveal the history of the town, ironworking and the cultural heritage of Upper Austria.
Yes, several craft traditions such as Jew's harp, scythe and Trattenbach pocket fiddle production are recognised as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Museums and demonstration centres provide an insight into this traditional knowledge.
Craftsmanship is an identity here. Along the rivers Enns, Steyr and Krems, workshops were established that still characterise the region today. Museums not only show products, but also tell of the skills, materials and generations that have passed on their knowledge.
In addition to historical collections, galleries in 360° Alpenland present contemporary art. Temporary exhibitions create dialogues between tradition and the present - often in historic buildings with clear, modern staging.
Museums and galleries in 360° Alpenland offer cultural programmes all year round, regardless of the weather. A tour of the exhibitions can easily be combined with a walk through the city or a visit to a café.
Yes, themed trails, interactive areas and vivid presentations - for example around the Taschenfeitl or regional history - also make culture tangible for young visitors. Learning happens here through stories and real craftsmanship.
In 360° Alpenland, nature, city and culture are close together. A morning in the museum, an afternoon in the Kalkalpen National Park and an evening in the historic centre of Steyr - distances remain short, impressions diverse.
Yes, traditional production can be seen in show workshops and museums, for example around the Trattenbacher Taschenfeitl. Original workshops and themed trails guide visitors through 500 years of traditional craftsmanship.
Alpine tradition comes alive in the south of the region - in small museums, at traditional events and in exhibitions on the mountain world between Pyhrn and Priel.