All industrial & heritage museums to visit in Lower Austria

Explore the impact of industry on society at 18 industrial heritage museums in Lower Austria. These museums showcase the history of manufacturing, technology, and labor.

Are you curious about the history of industry and innovation? These are the top industrial heritage museums in Lower Austria:

  1. Austrian Aviation Museum1

    Austrian Aviation Museum

     Baden
    The Austrian Aviation Museum is a private institution dedicated to the history and development of aviation. It is situated in the town of Bad Vöslau, within the Baden district in the industrial quarter of Lower Austria. This location makes it easily accessible for tourists visiting the region.
  2. Museum Walzengravieranstalt Guntramsdorf2

    Museum Walzengravieranstalt Guntramsdorf

     Guntramsdorf
    The Museum Walzengravieranstalt Guntramsdorf is an industrial museum situated in the town of Guntramsdorf, Lower Austria. It offers a unique insight into the industrial history of the region, showcasing the operations of the former roller engraving establishment, which was the only one of its kind in Austria.
  3. Uhrenmuseum Karlstein3

    Uhrenmuseum Karlstein

     Karlstein an der Thaya
    The Uhrenmuseum Karlstein is a museum situated in the town of Karlstein an der Thaya, in the Lower Austria region. This location is significant as it is in the heart of the Austrian clock-making industry, making it a fitting place for a museum dedicated to the history and craft of horology.
  4. Museum Traiskirchen4

    Museum Traiskirchen

     Traiskirchen
    The Traiskirchen City Museum is primarily dedicated to showcasing the lifestyles of the first half of the 20th century. It houses a wide range of exhibits from various sectors such as viticulture, agriculture, trade and commerce, industry, fire department, and the club and school system. These exhibits are displayed in the monument-protected former premises of the Möllersdorf factory of the Vöslauer worsted yarn factory, covering an area of over 3000 square meters.
  5. Historic Post Office5

    Historic Post Office

     Payerbach
    The Historic Post Office in Küb, located in the municipality of Payerbach on the Semmering Railway, was opened in 1905. This location offers a glimpse into the early 20th century, when the town of Küb was a small, burgeoning place.
  6. Railway Museum Strasshof6

    Railway Museum Strasshof

     Strasshof an der Nordbahn
    The Railway Museum Strasshof, also known as Das Heizhaus, is situated in Strasshof an der Nordbahn, Lower Austria. This museum is a significant destination for railway enthusiasts and history buffs, offering a unique insight into the history and development of railways in Austria.
  7. Museum Alte Hofmühle7

    Museum Alte Hofmühle

     Hollabrunn
    The Alte Hofmühle city museum in Hollabrunn is a unique destination for tourists interested in history and architecture. The museum is located in a protected former manor house that dates back to the 16th century. This historic building was used as a mill until the 20th century, providing a glimpse into the region's past.
  8. Bauernmuseum Kalladorf8

    Bauernmuseum Kalladorf

     Wullersdorf
    The Bauernmuseum Kalladorf is a farming museum situated in the municipality of Wullersdorf, in the Lower Austrian Weinviertel. This museum offers a unique insight into the agricultural history of the region, showcasing a variety of farming machinery, tools, household appliances, and everyday items.
  9. Feuerwehrmuseum Fischamend9

    Feuerwehrmuseum Fischamend

     Fischamend
    The Feuerwehrhaus Fischamend-Dorf is situated in the district of Fischamend-Dorf, within the town of Fischamend, in the district of Bruck an der Leitha in Lower Austria. This location is easily accessible and offers a unique opportunity to explore the rich history and culture of the region.
  10. Waldviertler Railway Museum Sigmundsherberg10

    Waldviertler Railway Museum Sigmundsherberg

     Sigmundsherberg
    The Sigmundsherberg Railway Museum is a significant part of the Lower Austrian museums and collections. It is conveniently located in Sigmundsherberg, near the train station, making it easily accessible for tourists. The museum offers a unique opportunity to explore the rich history of railways in Austria.
  11. Eisenbahnmuseum Schwechat11

    Eisenbahnmuseum Schwechat

     Schwechat
    The Eisenbahnmuseum Schwechat is situated in Schwechat, Lower Austria, on the former operating grounds of the Pressburger Bahn. This location is steeped in history and provides a unique setting for the museum. The museum is easily accessible and offers a fascinating insight into the history of railways in Austria.
  12. Wiener Tramwaymuseum12

    Wiener Tramwaymuseum

     Traiskirchen
    The Wiener Tramwaymuseum boasts a collection of over 100 historical vehicles, with nearly 30 of them still operational. The collection spans all eras of Vienna's tram, city railway, and former trolleybus history, providing a comprehensive overview of the city's public transport evolution.
  13. Kulturfabrik Hainburg13

    Kulturfabrik Hainburg

     Hainburg an der Donau
    The Kulturfabrik Hainburg is an exhibition center and an archaeological depot located in Hainburg an der Donau in Lower Austria. It is a place where history and culture intertwine, offering visitors a unique insight into the region's past. The center hosts various exhibitions throughout the year, making it a dynamic and ever-changing destination.
  14. Ceramics Museum Scheibbs14

    Ceramics Museum Scheibbs

     Scheibbs
    The Tonindustrie Scheibbs was a ceramic factory that operated during the interwar years in Scheibbs. It had a connection with the Wiener Werkstätte, a production community of visual artists in Vienna. The style of the ceramics produced was primarily expressionist, with a tendency towards the grotesque and influences from Far Eastern and naive art.
  15. Hammerschmiede Pehn15

    Hammerschmiede Pehn

     Aggsbach-Dorf
    The Hammerschmiede Pehn is a historical blacksmith's shop located in the quaint village of Aggsbach-Dorf Nr. 3, in the market town of Schönbühel-Aggsbach, in the Melk district of Lower Austria. This location is easily accessible and offers a unique opportunity to explore a piece of Austria's rich history.
  16. Schiffmühle Orth an der Donau16

    Schiffmühle Orth an der Donau

     Orth an der Donau
    The Schiffmühle Orth an der Donau is a unique ship mill situated in the Donau-Auen National Park. This location is in the municipality of Orth an der Donau, within the Gänserndorf district of Lower Austria. The mill offers a unique insight into the historical milling practices of the region.
  17. Kraftwerk Wienerbruck17

    Kraftwerk Wienerbruck

     Annaberg
    The Kraftwerk Wienerbruck is a significant historical site, being the oldest power plant in Lower Austria. Located in the scenic town of Annaberg, it began operations in 1910, primarily to supply power to the Mariazell Railway. The power plant is still operational and is managed by EVN, a major Austrian energy provider.
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    Hypolzmühle

     Groß Gerungs
    The Hypolzmühle mill complex was powered by several overshot water wheels, a testament to the technological advancements of the time. The equipment of the mill, which corresponds to the state of technology from the first half of the 20th century, is fully preserved. This offers visitors a unique glimpse into the past and the workings of a traditional mill.