Bajuwarenhof Kirchheim, Archaeological open-air museum in Kirchheim bei München, Germany.
Bajuwarenhof is an open-air archaeological museum near Munich that shows early medieval Bavarian life and practices. The site includes reconstructed residential buildings, agricultural structures, and working fields dating from the 6th to 8th centuries.
The museum was founded in 2003 and reconstructs a farmstead based on archaeological findings from the Munich region. It focuses on the period from the 6th to 8th centuries when Bavarian settlers inhabited the area.
The site demonstrates early medieval crafts through volunteers in historical clothing who show traditional techniques like weaving and pottery.
The museum is partly seasonal and best visited in warm weather to explore the outdoor areas fully. Guided tours are offered year-round for groups, providing deeper insight into the reconstructed structures.
The museum offers experimental archaeology programs where visitors can reconstruct and try ancient technologies from the Merovingian period themselves. These hands-on activities help people understand how people from that era managed their environment and used their skills.
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