Das Alte Jöchlhaus Travel Guide

Free Guide: Discover Alpine history, art, and culture in a 600-year-old farmhouse in Madseit, Tux. Open by appointment for a personalized experience.

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Discover Alpine history, art, and culture in a 600-year-old farmhouse in Madseit, Tux. Open by appointment for a personalized experience.

Step back in time at Das Alte Jöchlhaus, one of North Tyrol's oldest farmhouses, continuously inhabited for over 600 years. Explore its historic architecture, art exhibitions, and cultural events in the charming village of Madseit, Tux.

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Madseit 681, 6294 Tux
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Public Transport

From Mayrhofen, take the Zillertalbahn train to Mayrhofen. From the Mayrhofen train station, take bus line 4104 towards Hintertux. Get off at the Madseit Gh. Sepp stop. Das Alte Jöchlhaus is located directly across the street from the bus stop. Bus tickets from Mayrhofen to Madseit cost approximately €3-€5.

Car

From Innsbruck, take the Inntalautobahn A12 to the Zillertal exit. Follow the Zillertalstraße (B169) for approximately 40 km to Mayrhofen. Continue on the Tuxer Straße (L6) to Tux and then to Madseit. Das Alte Jöchlhaus is located on the right side of the road, opposite Cafe Sepp. Parking is available nearby. Keep in mind that there can be traffic delays. There may be parking available in the Hintertuxer Gletscher.

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Das Alte Jöchlhaus, nestled in Madseit, Tux, is more than just a museum; it's a portal to the past. This venerable farmhouse, with its oldest timbers dating back to 1425, stands as one of the oldest in North Tyrol, predating even Columbus's voyage to America. For over 600 years, it has sheltered generations of mountain farmers, bearing witness to centuries of Alpine life.Today, Das Alte Jöchlhaus continues to resonate with life, hosting art exhibitions, lectures, and concerts in its cozy 'Zirbennest' under the shingle roof. The 'Crystals of the Stone Age Hunters' exhibition transports visitors back ten thousand years, to a time before houses and settled life existed in the Alps. The gallery displays art that captures the magic of the mountains.A visit to Das Alte Jöchlhaus offers a unique experience for locals and tourists alike. It's a place to connect with historical roots and appreciate the enduring spirit of the Alps. Please note that the museum is open upon request, so be sure to call or email to arrange your visit.

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