Museum Gugging: Art Brut Center
Explore Art Brut at its source: Museum Gugging, home to the Gugging Artists, showcases raw, unfiltered creativity in a unique setting.
Museum Gugging, located in Maria Gugging near Vienna, Austria, is a unique art institution dedicated to Art Brut, also known as Outsider Art. It showcases works by the 'Gugging Artists,' individuals with mental illnesses who reside at the on-site House of Artists, as well as pieces by international Art Brut artists. The museum is part of the Art Brut Center Gugging, which includes a gallery, studio, and the House of Artists, offering a comprehensive look into this raw and unfiltered art form.
A brief summary to museum gugging
- Am Campus 2, Klosterneuburg, Maria Gugging, 3400, AT
- +43224387087
- Visit website
- Tuesday 10 am-5 pm
- Wednesday 10 am-5 pm
- Thursday 10 am-5 pm
- Friday 10 am-5 pm
- Saturday 10 am-5 pm
- Sunday 10 am-5 pm
Local tips
- Check the museum's website for current exhibitions and events, as the program changes regularly.
- Allow ample time to explore not only the museum but also the Galerie Gugging and the surrounding grounds.
- Consider taking a guided tour to gain deeper insights into the history of Gugging and the artists' lives and works.
- Combine your visit with a hike in the Vienna Woods for a refreshing nature experience.
Getting There
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Public Transport
From Vienna, take the U4 subway to its final stop, Wien-Heiligenstadt. From there, take bus 400 or the IST Austria Shuttle Bus (line 142, Monday-Friday only) towards Maria Gugging/Lourdesgrotte. Get off at the 'Maria Gugging/IST Austria' stop. From the bus stop, follow the signs to Museum Gugging, located on a hill. The bus fare from Wien-Heiligenstadt is approximately €2.40.
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Driving
From Vienna, take the B14 towards Klosterneuburg. Continue through Klosterneuburg and approximately 6 km further in the direction of Tulln, passing through Kierling to reach Maria Gugging. After the 'Maria Gugging' sign, take the first exit at the roundabout to the right, and then immediately turn left to follow the signs to Museum Gugging on the hill. Parking is available near the museum. Short-term parking zones are available in Klosterneuburg. Daily parking at Apcoa Parking is approximately €5.
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Taxi
A taxi from Vienna city center to Klosterneuburg costs approximately €18-€22 and takes about 18 minutes. A taxi from Vienna Airport to Klosterneuburg is approximately €56, plus a parking fee of €2.90. Booking in advance is recommended.
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