Museums in Saalfelden Leogang

Searching for historical traces in the region

Saalfelden and Leogang are both bursting with history and ancient customs. Mining was an important part of life back then – at the Leogang show mine, visitors discover how ore, silver and copper were mined in times gone by. The Mining and Gothic Museum in Leogang features a unique collection of Gothic figures of the saints. Schloss Ritzen Museum in Saalfelden also offers visitors a range of exhibitions and events every year. Kunsthaus Nexus plays host to grand openings, talks, theatre performances, concerts and readings all year round. The wide variety on offer means that there is sure to be something to suit all tastes.

The so-called Thurnhaus, medieval residential and defense tower, located directly opposite the mining and Gothic Museum Leogang on the village square of huts, has been adapted in recent years by the great merit of the Leoganger Mining Museum Association. In May 2014, the building was gutted by the help of numerous club members. The opening of the Thurnhaus was on the May 24, 2019.

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