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Nonseum: A Museum of Absurdity

Discover a world of wacky inventions and laugh at the art of the absurd in Herrnbaumgarten's unique Nonseum.

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The Nonseum in Herrnbaumgarten, Austria, is a quirky museum dedicated to showcasing intentionally useless and wacky inventions. Founded in 1994, it offers visitors a chance to laugh at the art of failure and the brilliance of the absurd.

A brief summary to Nonseum

  • Thursday 1 pm-6 pm
  • Friday 1 pm-6 pm
  • Saturday 10 am-6 pm
  • Sunday 10 am-6 pm

Local tips

  • Check the opening hours before you go, as they vary depending on the season.
  • Many exhibits lack English translations, which may impact your experience.
  • Consider taking a guided tour for a more in-depth understanding of the exhibits.
  • Combine your visit with a trip to the nearby wine village of Poysdorf.
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Getting There

  • Public Transport

    From Vienna, take a train to Mistelbach. From Mistelbach Bahnhof, take bus 560 to Herrnbaumgarten Ortsmitte. The Nonseum is a short walk from the bus stop. A single bus fare within the region costs approximately €2-4. Alternatively, bus 150 goes directly from Wien Floridsdorf to Herrnbaumgarten Ortsmitte.

  • Driving

    From Vienna, take the A5 motorway towards Mistelbach. Exit at the Poysdorf/Herrnbaumgarten exit and follow the signs to Herrnbaumgarten. The Nonseum is located on Poysbrunner Straße 9. Parking is available near the museum. Expect to pay around €3-5 for parking per day.

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The Nonseum, located in the small village of Herrnbaumgarten near the Czech border, is a unique and popular tourist attraction. Since 1994, the museum has been showcasing a collection of approximately 483.27 epochally useless inventions, presented by the Association for the Utilization of Surplus Thoughts. The museum's exhibits include a range of bizarre creations, from a semi-automatic nose drill to a roll-out zebra crossing and a jigsaw puzzle for beginners consisting of just two pieces. Other amusing items include heated garden gnomes, champagne cork catchers, and even an umbrella for sun lovers. The intention behind these inventions is not to offend but to poke fun at human nature and encourage visitors to think about the meaning behind each piece. The Nonseum was founded by Fritz Gall and Friedl Umscheid, who initially displayed their collection of nonsensical items to villagers in 1984. The overwhelming positive response led to the creation of the museum. Today, Fritz Gall continues to create new useless inventions, adding to the museum's ever-growing collection. The Nonseum also sponsors and hosts quirky festivals, contributing to Herrnbaumgarten's reputation as a slightly crazy village.

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