Elztalmuseum

The Elztalmuseum encompasses 1700 square meters across four floors in a baroque building, displaying regional artifacts and mechanical musical instruments from the Black Forest.

The museum building started as an 18th-century residence for the provost of St. Margarethen monastery before transforming through various roles including military hospital and school.

The museum collection centers on Waldkirch's organ-making tradition, presenting mechanical musical instruments, fairground organs, and orchestrions manufactured in the region since 1800.

Visitors can explore twelve exhibition rooms and five themed islands Tuesday through Saturday from 1 PM to 5 PM, with extended Sunday hours from 11 AM to 5 PM.

The museum houses the Altobella Furiosa, a contemporary organ designed by pop art creator Otmar Alt that produces sounds equivalent to a nine-member musical ensemble.

Location: Waldkirch

Accessibility: Accessible en fauteuil roulant

GPS coordinates: 48.09091,7.96276

Latest update: March 3, 2025 14:50