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Strasser Häusl: A Zillertal Musical Legacy
Discover the story of the Strasser family and their role in popularizing "Silent Night" at this charming museum in a 300-year-old farmhouse.
Visit the Strasser Häusl in Laimach, a museum in a 300-year-old farmhouse, the former home of the Strasser family, who helped make the Christmas carol "Silent Night! Holy Night!" world-famous. Explore the humble abode and learn about the family's history and their contribution to music.
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A brief summary to Strasser Häusl
Opening times, essentials, and a few local tips gathered into one calmer, easier-to-scan planning section.
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Laimach 129, Laimach, 6283, AT
Tuesday
1 pm-5 pm
Friday
1 pm-5 pm
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Getting There
Public Transport
From Jenbach, take the Zillertalbahn train to Laimach Regionalmuseum station. The journey takes approximately 43 minutes. From the station, it's a short walk to the Strasser Häusl. Alternatively, take a bus from Ramsau i. Z. Ärztehaus to Laimach. Bus and train services are operated by Zillertalbahn. A single bus fare from Ramsau to Mayrhofen costs €2-€3. Consider purchasing a Zillertal Activcard for discounts on transportation.
Walking
The Strasser Häusl is located in Laimach, a small village that is easily navigable on foot. If you are already in Laimach, simply follow the signs to the museum. From the center of Laimach, the museum is within walking distance.
Local tips
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Check the museum's opening hours before visiting, as they are limited.
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Combine your visit with other attractions in the Zillertal Valley.
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Consider purchasing a Zillertal Activcard for discounts on transportation and attractions.
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The Strasser Häusl in Laimach is a captivating museum housed in a 300-year-old farmhouse. This historic timber cabin was once home to the Strasser family in the 19th century. The Strasser children, Anna, Josef, Amalia, and Karolina, were known for their musical talents.
During the winter, the children traveled to sell gloves and perform traditional Tyrolean songs, including "Silent Night! Holy Night!". The Strasser siblings first performed "Silent Night! Holy Night!" in Leipzig in 1831, and the song quickly gained popularity, spreading throughout Germany and eventually the world.
The museum showcases the frugal life of Zillertal mountain farmers in bygone days. Inside, you'll find weathered wooden beams, a wood-fired range, bull's eye window panes, and wrought-iron fittings. The museum also houses a collection of rural antiques, old woodwind instruments, and tools from the era, providing insight into the family's life and times. The museum is dedicated to preserving the legacy of the Strasser family and their contribution to the world of music.
A brief summary to Strasser Häusl
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