Schnupftabakmuseum: A Whiff of History
Explore the world's only Snuff Tobacco Museum in Grafenau, Bavaria, and discover the history, culture, and curiosities of 'Schmai'.
Delve into the curious world of snuff at Grafenau's Schnupftabakmuseum, the only museum of its kind worldwide. Explore the history, production, and cultural significance of snuff tobacco through a fascinating collection of artifacts, including antique snuff boxes and the world's largest snuff glass.
A brief summary to Schnupftabakmuseum
- Spitalstraße 5 Post an:, Rathausgasse 1, Grafenau, 94481, DE
- +491752138409
- Visit website
- Thursday 10 am-1 pm
- Friday 2 pm-5 pm
- Saturday 2 pm-5 pm
- Sunday 2 pm-5 pm
Local tips
- Check the museum's opening hours in advance, as they vary depending on the day and season.
- Combine your visit with a tour of Grafenau's Stadtmuseum, located in the same building, to learn about the town's history.
- Consider purchasing the Bayerwald-Ticket for cost-effective travel on local buses and trains.
Getting There
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Walking
The Schnupftabakmuseum is located in the heart of Grafenau at Spitalstraße 5. From the Rathausgasse, walk east towards the Spitalstraße. The museum will be on your left, inside the old Spital building. No costs are involved when walking.
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Public Transport
Grafenau is accessible by bus and train. From the Grafenau bus station , or the Grafenau train station, it is a short walk to the museum. Follow the Beschilderung to the city center and the Spitalstraße. With the Nationalpark-Card, visitors can use public transport free of charge. Otherwise, a single bus fare within Grafenau is approximately €2-3.
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Driving
If arriving by car, navigate to Spitalstraße 5, 94481 Grafenau. Parking is available near the town center, but be aware that parking fees may apply. Parking costs around €1-2 per hour.
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