Salzburg Open Air Museum [Salzburger Freilichtmuseum]

Situated in the heart of the Untersberg Nature Park near the city of Salzburg, the 50-hectare Salzburg Open Air Museum documents rural building, living and farming in the Salzburg region from the 16th to the 20th century.

A museum to marvel at

The open-air museum on the outskirts of Salzburg showcases over 100 real buildings: farmhouses, artisan houses, mills, barns, a blacksmith's shop, and a sawmill. The area is divided into the five districts of Salzburg. In addition to varied craft demonstrations, seasonal cultural events such as an Easter market or the traditional Maypole raising make a visit to the museum an interactive experience.

A pleasure for young and old

For those who do not wish to explore the 50-hectare grounds on foot, there is the option to board the two-kilometer-long historic museum railway with three stops. Another highlight of the open-air museum is the multimedia-supported tractor exhibition with its own climbing tractor. In the historic museum tavern "Salettl," culinary and regional delicacies tempt visitors. While adults enjoy reminiscing there, children can let loose in the adventure playground featuring a water play area, treehouse, and partner swing.

Even more space for knowledge and experience

Since March 2026, the new visitor center at the open-air museum can be admired. The building resembles a traditional Flachgau farmhouse and reflects the well-known three-part structure of farms: instead of a stable, barn, and private residence, the new wooden construction offers a light-flooded foyer, the museum library, and a seminar room. The new visitor center is also home to the grocer's shop. The museum shop offers a lovingly curated selection of traditional household utensils, handmade crafts, and historic toys that bring the history of bygone eras to life.

Opening times

March 19 - May 31: Tuesday-Sunday 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.*
June 1 - August 31: daily 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.
September 1 - October 18: Tuesday-Sunday 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.
October 19 - November 11: Tuesday-Sunday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.*
November 28/29: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. "Adventroas"
December 5/6: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. "Adventroas"

(last admission 1 hour before closing time)

*Open on Easter Monday (April 6), May 1, Pentecost Monday (May 25), October 26, and All Saints' Day (November 1)

For groups and school classes: special offers, guided tours, and special projects upon prior notice.
For individual travelers: workshops, special tours, and thematic tours without prior notice. Detailed information on the website.
Dogs allowed (leash requirement, muzzle requirement on the museum train)

(as of 08/2026)

Prices

Prices including museum train - 2026

Adults € 15.00
Children and youths (6-18 years), students (with ID) € 6.00
Children (up to 6 years) free
People with disabilities less than 100% (with ID) € 13.00 - Accompanying person free, if noted in the ID
People with disabilities 100% (with ID) free - Accompanying person free, if noted in the ID
End of day for adults (valid from 2 hours before closing, excluding event days) € 7.50
End of day for children (valid from 2 hours before closing, excluding event days) € 3.00
Families € 30.00
Seniors, groups from 15 people, per person € 13.00
School classes, per child € 3.50

Guide fee per group, standard tour, approx. 90 minutes, max. 20 people € 104.00
Guide fee per group, short tour, approx. 25 minutes, max. 50 people € 50.00
Guide fee per child, for school classes, € 3.50 (min. € 45.00)

Dogs (leash requirement) free
Reduced admission prices when arriving by Postbus 180 (show bus ticket at the cashier)
Free admission for all birthday children!

Online ticketing with fast access
SalzburgCard: one-time free admission and fast access! (not valid at the Adventroas)

(As of 08/2026)

Tickets

One-time free admission with the Salzburg Card.

Accessibility

Upon request, there is an electric scooter and a wheelchair available at the ticket office free of charge. Barrier-free toilets in the entrance building, at the museum restaurant and at the Lärchenhof. The last carriage of each train offers barrier-free access. There are wheelchair-accessible tables at the snack bars. There are ramps to provide access to some of the houses.