All open air museums to visit in Bavaria

Experience history come to life at open-air museums in Bavaria. These museums feature historical buildings, reenactments, and interactive exhibits in an outdoor setting.

Are you interested in experiencing history firsthand? These are the best open air museums in Bavaria:

  1. Markus Wasmeier Freilichtmuseum1

    Markus Wasmeier Freilichtmuseum

     Schliersee
    The Markus Wasmeier Freilichtmuseum is a privately owned museum situated on the edge of the Neuhaus district in the Upper Bavarian municipality of Schliersee. This location offers visitors a unique blend of cultural history and natural beauty, making it an ideal destination for those interested in exploring the rich heritage of the region.
  2. Franconian Open Air Museum2

    Franconian Open Air Museum

     Bad Windsheim
    The Franconian Open Air Museum Bad Windsheim is located on the southern edge of the old town of Bad Windsheim. The museum spans a vast area of 45 hectares, providing ample space for visitors to explore and immerse themselves in the rich history and culture of the region.
  3. Waldmuseum Watterbacher Haus3

    Waldmuseum Watterbacher Haus

     Preunschen
    The Watterbacher Haus is a significant historical site located in Preunschen, a district of Kirchzell, in the Lower Franconian district of Miltenberg in Bavaria. This historic farmhouse and forest museum offers a unique glimpse into the past, showcasing the traditional architecture and lifestyle of the region. It is a place where history and nature intertwine, providing a rich and immersive experience for visitors.
  4. Wolfschneiderhof4

    Wolfschneiderhof

     Taufkirchen
    The Wolfschneiderhof Museum is a significant cultural institution located in the municipality of Taufkirchen, near Munich. It serves as a representation of the local history and culture, providing visitors with an opportunity to learn about the region's past.
  5. Freilichtmuseum Glentleiten5

    Freilichtmuseum Glentleiten

     Großweil
    The Freilichtmuseum Glentleiten is a museum located in Oberbayern, dedicated to showcasing the rural life, living conditions, and economy of past centuries. It provides a unique opportunity for visitors to step back in time and experience the way of life in rural Oberbayern during the past centuries. The museum is a testament to the region's rich history and cultural heritage.
  6. Lokschuppen6

    Lokschuppen

     Rosenheim
    The Lokschuppen Rosenheim is an exhibition center situated in the heart of Rosenheim. It was established in 1988, following the transformation of the engine house of the city's first railway workshop. This historical site now serves as a cultural hub, hosting a variety of exhibitions and events throughout the year.
  7. Bavarian Forest Museum Village7

    Bavarian Forest Museum Village

     Hötzendorf
    The Bavarian Forest Museum Village, located near Tittling on the southwestern shore of the Dreiburgensee lake in the Bavarian Forest, is an open air museum. This location offers a unique opportunity to explore the rich history and culture of the region in a picturesque setting.
  8. Bauernhausmuseum Lindberg8

    Bauernhausmuseum Lindberg

     Lehen
    The Bauernhausmuseum, also known as the Farmhouse Museum, is an open-air museum situated in the quaint village of Lindberg, Germany. This unique museum offers a glimpse into the past, showcasing the traditional Bavarian way of life. It's a great place for tourists who are interested in history and culture.
  9. Museum Terra Triassica Euerdorf9

    Museum Terra Triassica Euerdorf

     Euerdorf
    The Museum Terra Triassica in Euerdorf, Unterfranken, is a unique institution that offers a deep dive into the geological history of the Germanic Triassic of the Central European Basin. Visitors can explore the fascinating world of the Triassic period, which spanned from 252.5 to 201.5 million years ago, and learn about the various geological transformations that occurred during this time.
  10. Bajuwarenhof Kirchheim - Freilichtmuseum bei München10

    Bajuwarenhof Kirchheim - Freilichtmuseum bei München

     Heimstetten
    The Bajuwarenhof Kirchheim is an archaeological open-air museum situated in the municipality of Kirchheim near Munich. This museum offers a unique opportunity to explore the rural life and work environment of the 6th and 7th centuries AD. It was established in the winter of 2003 and was Kirchheim's official contribution to the 2005 Federal Horticultural Show.
  11. Bauernhofmuseum Jexhof11

    Bauernhofmuseum Jexhof

     Schöngeising
    The Bauernhofmuseum Jexhof is a farm museum situated in the southern part of the Fürstenfeldbruck District, in Bavaria, Germany. It is approximately 700 meters southeast of the district road FFB 7, which runs from Schöngeising to Mauern. This location makes it easily accessible for tourists visiting the area.
  12. Kreisheimatstube Stoffenried12

    Kreisheimatstube Stoffenried

     Stoffenried
    The Kreisheimatstube Stoffenried is a quaint open-air museum nestled in the town of Stoffenried. It is conveniently located halfway between the towns of Krumbach and Günzburg, making it an accessible destination for tourists traveling in the region.
  13. Schwäbisches Bauernhofmuseum Illerbeuren13

    Schwäbisches Bauernhofmuseum Illerbeuren

     Illerbeuren
    The Schwäbische Bauernhofmuseum in Illerbeuren, a district of Kronburg in the Swabian district of Unterallgäu in Bavaria, is one of the older open-air museums in Germany. Established in 1955, it was the first of its kind in the south of the Federal Republic. This museum offers a unique opportunity to explore the history and culture of the region, making it a significant destination for tourists interested in history and culture.
  14. Allgäuer Bergbauernmuseum14

    Allgäuer Bergbauernmuseum

     Immenstadt im Allgäu
    The Allgäuer Bergbauernmuseum is made up of several buildings that collectively document rural life. The museum includes several animal stables, a herb garden, an alpine pasture, and a mountain farm. These elements provide a comprehensive view of rural life and offer visitors a chance to explore and understand the historical and current practices of rural living.
  15. Lower Bavarian Open-Air Museums15

    Lower Bavarian Open-Air Museums

     Finsterau
    The Finsterau Open-Air Museum, situated in the municipality of Mauth on the outskirts of the village of Finsterau in the Bavarian Forest near the Czech border, offers a rich display of rural architecture. The museum features farmhouses, complete farmsteads, a village smithy, and a roadside inn from across the Bavarian Forest. These exhibits provide a comprehensive view of the historical rural life in this region.
  16. Haus im Moos16

    Haus im Moos

     Kleinhohenried
    The Haus im Moos in Kleinhohenried is a unique combination of a museum, educational center, and conference facility. Opened in 1998, it offers a rich insight into the history and culture of the Donaumoos region. The museum documents the struggle of the colonists for the drainage and cultivation of the moor, which began in the late 18th century. It is an ideal destination for those interested in history, culture, and nature.
  17. Bauernhausmuseum Amerang17

    Bauernhausmuseum Amerang

     Amerang
    The Bauernhausmuseum Amerang is an open-air museum situated in the scenic Chiemgau region of Upper Bavaria, on the outskirts of the town of Amerang. This location offers visitors a unique opportunity to explore the rich history and culture of the region in a picturesque setting.
  18. Holzknechtmuseum18

    Holzknechtmuseum

     Ruhpolding
    The Holzknechtmuseum, located in Laubau, south of Ruhpolding, was inaugurated in 1988. It provides a comprehensive documentation of the evolution of forestry work, starting from the saline era up to the present day. This museum offers a unique opportunity to understand the historical context and progression of forestry work over the centuries.
  19. Jura-Bauernhof-Museum19

    Jura-Bauernhof-Museum

     Hofstetten
    The Jura-Bauernhof-Museum is a farmhouse museum situated in the scenic locale of Hofstetten, within the municipality of Hitzhofen. It is nestled in the Altmühltal Nature Park in Bavaria, offering visitors a unique blend of cultural history and natural beauty.
  20. Fränkisches Freilandmuseum Fladungen20

    Fränkisches Freilandmuseum Fladungen

     Fladungen
    The Fränkisches Freilandmuseum Fladungen is an open-air museum located in Fladungen, Unterfranken. It is dedicated to preserving and documenting the rural architecture, living conditions, and economy of the past. The museum provides a glimpse into the life of the rural population in earlier times, complete with historical and social contexts.
  21. Altmühlzentrum21

    Altmühlzentrum

     Dollnstein
    The Altmühlzentrum is a museum situated within parts of the Dollnstein Castle and its adjoining open-air area. The museum is dedicated to the history of the location and the surrounding landscape, providing visitors with a comprehensive understanding of the region's past. The museum is accessible through the lower castle courtyard, which is enclosed by a ring wall, and entry is only possible through a medieval gate tower.
  22. Volkskundliches Gerätemuseum Bergnersreuth22

    Volkskundliches Gerätemuseum Bergnersreuth

     Arzberg
    The Volkskundliche Gerätemuseum Bergnersreuth is an open-air museum situated in Bergnersreuth, a part of Arzberg in the Upper Franconian district of Wunsiedel in the Fichtelgebirge. This location offers a unique cultural experience, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the local history and traditions of the region.
  23. 23

    Farmhouse Museum of the district Erding

     Erding
    The Farmhouse Museum of the district Erding is dedicated to showcasing the historical rural economy and lifestyle of the district Erding in Upper Bavaria. It provides a unique insight into the past, allowing visitors to understand the agricultural practices and living conditions of the 19th and early 20th centuries.
  24. Archäologie-Museum im Fränkischen Freilandmuseum24

    Archäologie-Museum im Fränkischen Freilandmuseum

     Bad Windsheim
    The Archaeology Museum in the Franconian Open Air Museum Bad Windsheim is a branch of the Archaeological State Collection Munich. It is located in a sheep barn from Virnsberg, which is part of the Middle Ages building group. This unique setting provides a historical backdrop for the museum's exhibits, enhancing the overall visitor experience.
  25. Freilandmuseum Oberpfalz25

    Freilandmuseum Oberpfalz

     Nabburg
    The Freilandmuseum Oberpfalz is a museum that provides a glimpse into the life and living conditions of people in Oberpfalz over the past centuries. Located near the city of Nabburg, the museum is easily accessible from Hof, Regensburg, and Munich via the A 93, and from Nuremberg via the A 6 and B 85. The museum's exhibits are spread across several installations, each representing different regions of Oberpfalz.
  26. Freilandmuseum Kirchenburg Mönchsondheim26

    Freilandmuseum Kirchenburg Mönchsondheim

     Iphofen
    The Kirchenburg Museum is an open-air museum situated in the charming town of Mönchsondheim, nestled in the southeastern part of the Kitzingen district in the Steigerwald foothills. This location offers a unique blend of cultural heritage and natural beauty, making it an ideal destination for those interested in history, architecture, and nature.
  27. Museum Wald und Umwelt27

    Museum Wald und Umwelt

     Ebersberg
    The Museum Wald und Umwelt is a natural science educational institution located on the Ludwigshöhe, on the edge of the Ebersberg Forest. This location offers visitors a unique opportunity to learn about the natural environment and its history in a picturesque setting.
  28. Freilandmuseum Grassemann28

    Freilandmuseum Grassemann

     Grassemann
    The Freilandmuseum Grassemann serves as an information center for the Fichtelgebirge Nature Park and is an open-air museum located in Grassemann, a district of the Upper Franconian municipality of Warmensteinach. This location offers visitors a unique opportunity to learn about the region's natural environment and cultural history.