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Zeitbrücke-Museum: A Journey Through Time

Explore the rich history of Gars am Kamp at the Zeitbrücke-Museum, where local culture and captivating stories come to life. A journey through time awaits!

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The Zeitbrücke-Museum in Gars am Kamp is a regional museum that showcases the history and culture of the area. It houses diverse collections, including exhibits on local archaeology, the Babenberger dynasty, local history, trade, and a memorial to Franz von Suppè, the founder of Viennese operetta.

A brief summary to Zeitbrücke-Museum

  • Saturday 10 am-12 pm
  • Sunday 10 am-12 pm

Local tips

  • Check the museum's website for special exhibitions and events to enhance your visit.
  • Visit on weekends for guided tours that provide deeper insights into the exhibits.
  • Allow ample time to explore each exhibit, as they are designed to be engaging for all ages.
  • Combine your visit with a walk around Gars am Kamp to experience the town's charm and visit the Babenberger Burgruine.
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Getting There

  • Public Transport

    The Gars-Thunau train station is located approximately 200m from the Zeitbrücke-Museum. From the station, walk along Kollergasse to reach the museum. The Kamptalbahn from St. Pölten runs hourly to Gars-Thunau. A single ticket from St. Pölten to Gars-Thunau costs approximately €16-€24. From Vienna, take a train to Gars am Kamp via Hadersdorf/Kamp. The average train journey takes around 1 hour and 43 minutes and costs approximately €16-€24.

  • Car

    If driving, navigate to Kollergasse 155, 3571 Gars am Kamp. From the center of Gars am Kamp, follow the signs to the Zeitbrücke-Museum. Parking is available near the museum, but be aware of parking restrictions. Several hotels in Gars am Kamp offer parking. There are also car repair services available in Gars am Kamp. For example, Caritas Werkstatt Gars am Kamp is located on Schillerstraße 163, 3571 Gars am Kamp.

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The Zeitbrücke-Museum, located in Gars am Kamp, Lower Austria, offers a deep dive into the region's past. Housed in a late historicist building built in 1883, the museum itself is a historical artifact. It is one of the oldest municipal museums in Lower Austria still open to the public. The museum's exhibits cover a wide range of topics : * **Archaeology in the Gars Region:** Explore the area's settlement history dating back 30,000 years, with a focus on the Bronze Age and early Middle Ages. * **Babenbergers and Castle Area:** Learn about the Garser Burg, once home to Leopold II of the Babenberger dynasty, and its significance. * **Local History:** Discover the traditions, trades, and summer retreat history of Gars am Kamp through artifacts, photographs, and documents. * **The First Austrian Trade Museum:** Trace the evolution of trade, highlighting the Kiennast firm, Austria's oldest trading house located in Gars am Kamp. * **Franz von Suppè Memorial:** Discover the life and work of Franz von Suppè (1819-1895), the founder of Viennese operetta, who spent his summers in Gars. The museum also features exhibits on a traditional school classroom and a small Falco exhibition. The Zeitbrücke-Museum provides a comprehensive overview of the cultural and historical heritage of the Gars am Kamp region.

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