Piano Museum Haus Eller

Piano Museum Haus Eller displays over 80 stringed keyboard instruments from various European countries, including concert grand pianos and square pianos from 1750 onwards. The collection also features specialized upright piano forms and historical keyboard instruments from the 20th century.

The museum was established in 2007 as a dedicated space for preserving historical keyboard instruments collected from various European regions. This initiative focused on documenting and maintaining these important musical instruments for future generations.

Inside the museum, musicians perform using authentically restored instruments to play compositions from the 18th and 19th centuries. These performances keep alive the tradition of how these keyboards were actually played in home parlors and concert halls.

Visits are by appointment only, so call ahead to arrange a guided tour at your preferred time. The museum operates year-round in Bergheim, and arranging in advance ensures you get a slot that works with your schedule.

The museum houses a specialized collection of square pianos and historical keyboard instruments that are part of a Cologne-based initiative to preserve this craftsman tradition. This collection reveals how regional piano makers designed their instruments differently based on local needs and materials.