Erstes Österreichisches Museum für Alltagsgeschichte: A Glimpse into Rural Austrian Life
Discover rural Austrian history at the First Austrian Museum of Everyday Life in Neupölla, showcasing 300 years of Waldviertel culture.
The First Austrian Museum of Everyday Life in Neupölla offers a fascinating look into the daily lives and social changes of rural populations in the Waldviertel region from the 17th to the 20th centuries. Housed in a former cultural center, the museum showcases nearly 1,000 objects across six rooms, providing insight into the history and culture of the area.
A brief summary to Erstes österreichisches Museum für Alltagsgeschichte
- Neupölla 10, Neupölla, 3593, AT
- +4329886220
- Visit website
Local tips
- The museum is only open on Sundays and public holidays from May 1st to October 26th. Check the official website for exact dates and times.
- Consider visiting nearby attractions such as the Schauenstein ruins, Frauenluckn cave, or Dobra Reservoir to make the most of your trip to the Waldviertel region.
- Groups can arrange private tours outside of regular opening hours by contacting the Pölla municipal office.
Getting There
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Public Transport
Neupölla is accessible by regional bus lines. From Vienna, take a bus to Horn Stephanskirche, then transfer to the line 898 bus to Neupölla Kirche. The total journey takes approximately 2.5 hours. A single ticket from Vienna to Horn costs around €11-€17. The 898 bus from Horn to Neupölla costs approximately $3-$13. Check the Verkehrsverbund Ost-Region (VOR) for current schedules and fares.
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Car
Neupölla is located approximately 100 km northwest of Vienna. Take the A22 and B4 routes. The drive takes around 1 hour and 15 minutes. Parking is available in Neupölla. Gasthof Speneder, which is 2.7 km away from Neupölla city center, has free parking. Several hotels in Neupölla offer parking. Car rentals are available in Neupölla.
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