Olaf-Gulbransson-Museum Tegernsee

The Olaf-Gulbransson-Museum is a modernist art museum housed in a bright pavilion that architect Sep Ruf designed in 1966. The building sits within gardens near Lake Tegern and displays the artwork in clean, light-filled rooms that let you move easily from one piece to the next.

The museum opened in 1966 to preserve the works of Norwegian artist Olaf Gulbransson, who became known through his contributions to the magazine Simplicissimus. The artist spent much of his life in Tegernsee, and his extensive body of work found a permanent home in this new building.

The museum is named after Norwegian artist Olaf Gulbransson, whose work fills these rooms. You can see how his caricatures and drawings reflect the artistic interests of early 20th-century Europe and how they shaped the visual language of that time.

Plan your visit for Tuesday through Sunday when the museum is open to the public. The building is fully accessible and the open layout makes it easy to see the displays at your own pace.

Two documentary films play inside the museum, showing the daily life and creative process of Olaf Gulbransson. These films offer visitors a rare look into how the artist worked and lived in the Tegernsee area.

Location: Tegernsee

Inception: 1966

Architects: Sep Ruf

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible

Part of: Bavarian State Painting Collections

Address: Kurgarten 5

Opening Hours: Tuesday-Sunday 10:00-17:00

Website: http://olaf-gulbransson-museum.de

GPS coordinates: 47.70947,11.75434

Latest update: December 8, 2025 21:08