1. Österreichisches Weihnachtsmuseum mit Erlebnisbahn
Visitors can view 14,000 pieces of antique Christmas tree ornaments made of glass, porcelain, metal, and paper, alongside historic dolls and dollhouses. An adventure train carries seated guests through displays of Austrian and international holiday traditions up to an angels' workshop under the roof. The museum shop offers small gifts, specialty chocolates, and warm punch.
What to Expect
World's largest private collection of antique Christmas tree decorations.
Event Details
Duration
The Erlebnisbahn ride takes approximately 10 minutes.
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Alpenland Tourismus GmbH
Food & Drink
The museum shop sells Bachhalm specialty chocolates, and Christkindlpunsch is available to warm up with.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families with children and christmas-history enthusiasts
Vibe
Nostalgic and festive
Energy Level
Low
Budget
€
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Low
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Adults: Kombiticket €8.90. Children ages 3–14: Kombiticket €6.90. Discounts with the OÖ Familienkarte.
- Hours: Monday–Friday 13–17 Uhr; Saturday, Sunday & holidays 10–17 Uhr; 24 December 10–15 Uhr; 31 December 10–15 Uhr; 1 January 13–17 Uhr. Last admission: 16.30 Uhr.
Tips & Advice
- Just turn up during opening hours, since individual visitors can't reserve for either the Christmas museum or the Erlebnisbahn.
- Bring your OÖ Familienkarte if you have one, because it gets you a discount on the combined museum and train ticket.
- Allow about ten minutes for the Erlebnisbahn ride itself, plus time to look at the 14,000 antique ornaments and the doll rooms.
- Groups must register in advance and can visit only outside regular opening hours, so arrange your date early with the museum.
- Warm up with a Christkindlpunsch before you leave, and look in the museum shop for angels, books and Bachhalm chocolates.
Special Events & Promotions
- Discounts with the OÖ Familienkarte.
- Guided group tours, booked in advance through the Steyr tourist information office; held outside regular opening hours during Advent, for a separate group fee.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to reserve a visit?
No. Individual visitors can't reserve for the museum or the Erlebnisbahn, and they don't need to. Just come any time during opening hours.
What is the Erlebnisbahn ride like?
You ride strapped into seats for about ten minutes, past display cases where dolls show Austrian Christmas traditions on the ground floor and customs from around the world on the first floor. The ride ends at the angels' workshop under the roof. The train runs only during the Advent season, with two trains of five people per ride.
What else is there to see besides the train?
There are 14,000 antique Christmas tree ornaments from 1830 to 1945, from the Elfriede Kreuzberger collection. The Steyrer Stubn on the ground floor has 200 parlour dolls, dollhouses, tea dolls and old doll toys.
Can groups visit or book a guided tour?
Groups can visit only outside regular opening hours and must register in advance. Guided tours are booked in advance through the Steyr tourist information office, and during Advent they take place only outside regular opening hours.
Is there a shop or anything warm to drink?
Yes. The museum shop sells small gifts like angels, books and award-winning Bachhalm chocolates, and you can warm up with Christkindlpunsch.
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