Kunsthaus Bregenz, Contemporary art museum in Bregenz, Austria.
Kunsthaus Bregenz is a contemporary art museum with concrete walls and a translucent glass shell that shifts in appearance as daylight changes throughout the day. The interior galleries span multiple levels and are filled with natural light filtered through an engineered lighting system built into the structure.
The building was designed by architect Peter Zumthor and opened in 1997. It was later designated as a protected monument because of its important architecture and cultural role.
The museum displays rotating exhibitions of international contemporary art that change several times each year. The layout helps visitors focus on the works without distraction from the building itself.
The museum is open Tuesday through Sunday, with later closing times on Thursdays. All areas are fully accessible for visitors using wheelchairs.
Three massive concrete pillars support the entire building's weight and remain visible throughout the structure. This bold engineering choice makes it a striking example of contemporary architecture.
Location: Bregenz
Inception: 1997
Architects: Peter Zumthor
Official opening: 1997
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Address: Kornmarktstraße 3
Opening Hours: Tuesday,Wednesday,Friday-Sunday 10:00-18:00; Thursday 10:00-20:00
Phone: +435574485940
Website: https://kunsthaus-bregenz.at
GPS coordinates: 47.50500,9.74729
Latest update: December 6, 2025 16:02
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