Museums and sights

university Museums and exhibitions

SCHLOSS BRUCK – museum of the City of Lienz

The residence castle of the counts of Görz has been enthroned above Lienz since the 13th century. From here they reigned their countries from the Adriatic to the Alps. Their former place of residence is now the Museum of the City of Lienz with the collection of masterpieces by Albin Egger-Lienz – the pioneer of Austrian modernism. The chapel with the unique and originally preserved late gothic frescoes and the knight’s hall with romanesque beam ceiling, bloom in new splendor and invite you to immerse yourself in the Middle Ages. Surrounded by a romantic nature park and with the sun-drenched castle cafe, the impressive building is not only the cultural center of Osttirol, but also a popular goal for those seeking for relaxation.

Exhibition 2021:

GRENZEN|LOS. From borders and overrruns – 25.06.-26.10., main wing LICHTRÄUME. Wilfried Kirschl – das malerische Werk – 25.06.-26.10., west wing COLLECTION EGGER-LIENZ. The master – Egger-Lienz and Defregger 25.06.-26.10., main wing Cultural summer: concerts and events of urban culture in the castle park and courtyard Opening times museum with museum shop: 25.06. - 26.10.2021 Wed – Sun + public holiday 10:00-16:00 Opening times castle cafe: 25.06. - 26.10.2021 Wed – Fri 10:00 - 17:00 • Sat, Sun + public holidays 09:00-17:00 Museum brunch: Every Sat, Sun + public holidays from 09:00 Exclusive museum-breakfast on the sun-drenched terrace of the castle cafe. Reservation required: +43 4852 62580-3 Prices: Adults € 8,50 • schoolchildren, students € 2,50 • family ticket (2 adults + 2 children 6 to 18 years) € 17,00 • season ticket € 17,00 • children under 6 years free

Combi-ticket Schloss Bruck - Aguntum:

Adults € 11,50 • reduced € 9,50 • families € 23,00 Contact: Museum Schloss Bruck, 9900 Lienz, Schloßberg 1, Tel. +43 4852 62580-83, museum@stadt-lienz.at, www.museum-schlossbruck.at Facebook & Instagram: always the latest information on museums and cultural events in Lienz city culture

Aguntum - archeological park

The exhibition at the Museum AGUNTUM Stadt provides interesting insights into the life and culture of the only roman town of Tyrol. Museum - atriumhouse - city gate - city walls - craftsman district - thermal bath constructions - observation tower. Exhibits on selected topics - actual excavation finds - virtual presentations - unique original marble basin.. NEW: FREE APP AS AUDIOGUIDE FOR YOUR SMARTPHONE - available at salespoint. Media room with film screening - museum shop - as archaeological landscape park designed excavation area with observation tower. Opening times 2021: 01.05. - 12.09. daily 09:30-16:00 • 13.09. - 31.10. Mon – Sat 09:30-16:00, current opening times also can be found at: www.aguntum.at. Guided tours also possible outside of opening hours by appointment. Prices: Adults € 7,00 • groups (from 10 persons) á € 6,00 • kids (6-18 years), students € 4,00 • (kids under the age of 6 free) • flat fee for guided tour (from 10 persons) € 30,00

Combi-ticket Aguntum – Bruck castle:

Adults € 11,50 • reduced € 9,50 • families € 23,00 Contact & info: Verein Curatorium pro Agunto, 9991 Dölsach, Römerstraße 1, Tel. +43 4852 61550, office@aguntum.at, www.aguntum.at

Cossack cemetery with Cossack memorial chapel

About 25,000 Cossacks allied with the German Empire and originating from the Don- and Caucasus-regions fled in May 1945 from northern Italy to Osttirol. The extradition to the Soviet Union threatened them with death or exile in Siberia. Nevertheless, they became – whether men, women or children – interned and finally handed out by British troops to the Red Army. Only a few managed the escape. The dramatic incidents surround-

ing this deportation placed Osttirol for the first and only time in a setting of world history. The Cossack cemetery in the Peggetz near Lienz and the memorial stone to the Ataman of all Cossacks, General Helmuth von Pannwitz, in Tristach, are still reminiscent of the so-called “Tragedy on the Drava”. Memorial chapel open on request. Mrs. Erika Pätzold, Tel. +43 4852 64475

Cossack museum Lienz Historical-ethnographic collection on the subjects: Cossacks in tsarist empire – 2nd World War / rebellion and deportation-tragedy at Lienz / Drautal – Cossack choirs / chants. 9900 Lienz, Hauptplatz 3 / I Opening hours 2021: every Fri 10:00-12:00 and 14:00-17:00. Entrance: voluntary donation Registration for guided tours with Mrs. Edit Hackl, Tel. +43 650 3144561.

Railway museum - Südbahn Heizhaus Lienz

An experience for all ages, not just for railway enthusiasts. 1800 m² railway history: steam-, electric- and diesel-locomotives, snow plow, tin toys, Märklin model railwqay, old Austrian signal systems. Special exhibition 2021: 150 years Südbahn Villach-Franzensfeste

Opening times 2021:

30.05. - 27.06. Wed, Fri and Sun 14:00-17:00 28.06 - 17.09. daily from 10:00-12:30 and 14:00-17:00 Changes of the opening times possible! Info at: www.ebfl.at Outside opening hours by appointment. 7th Lienzer Südbahntage: 18.+19.09.2021 Heating-house festival and model railway exchange - free entry Prices: Adults € 6,00 | Students 10-18 years € 3,00 | Seniors / groups € 4,00 Children (with supervisor) up to 9 years free (prices incl. guided tour) Access via B100: at ÖAMTC direction to Amlach / Tristach, railway underpass, left before the bridge Draubrücke and along the railway tracks to the east (350 m). Despite large construction site unhindered access possible. Kontakt & Info: Verein der Eisenbahnfreunde in Lienz, 9900 Lienz, Bahnhofplatz 10 –Südbahn Heizhaus, Tel. +43 676 5518551, kontakt@ebfl.at, www.ebfl.at

The cultural association “s’ Kammerland - Kulturinitiative Thurn” was founded in 2001 and since then has been endeavoring to renovate and maintain the 500year-old listed farm house – which represents in its authenticity a unique rural treasure. Through the restoration of the interiors, facades and balconies as well as the wooden shingles of the roof and the reconstruction of the small farmers garden, the Kammerlanderhof regained its authentic appearance. Particularly worth seeing are the original smokers kitchen, the granary with old equipment and grain chests and a small bedroom with furniture of the century turning around 1900. At the attic, a theme-exhibition (cobbler workshop, Machlkammer, linen production and processing) provides insights into historic farming craftswork. The room is also used as a cozy hub for social gatherings and smaller events such as poetry readings. Opening times 2021: see www.kammerlandmuseum.jimdo.com Special guided tours by appointment: Raimund Mußhauser Tel. +43 676 9331200 Price: € 5,00; kids free. www.kammerlandmuseum.jimdo.com

PENCIL-PAINTBRUSH Galleries

RLB-Atelier. Raiffeisen-Landesbank Tirol AG, 9900 Lienz, Johannesplatz 4 Tel. +43 4852 6611, open Mon - Fri 08:30-12:15 and 14:00-16:30 Dolomitenbank Galerie, 9900 Lienz, Südtiroler Platz 9, Tel. +43 4852 6665-0 open Mon - Fri 08:00-12:15 and 14:00-16:00 Atelier Hans Salcher, 9900 Lienz, Mühlgasse 8 Tel. +43 664 4420667, by appointment Kleine Galerie - Pictures - Art - Antiques. 9900 Lienz, Kärntner Straße 1 Tel. +43 650 5862279, open Mon - Fri 10:00-12:00 & from 16:00, Sat 10:00-12:00 Kunstwerkstatt Lienz, Lebenshilfe Tirol. 9900 Lienz, Mühlgasse 8a Tel. +43 50 4347150 Bildhauer-Meister Lois Fasching, 9991 Dölsach, Ederplanweg 20, Tel. +43 4852 68344, by arrangement Atelier „3 Bildhauer“, 9900 Lienz, Messinggasse 12 Tel. +43 664 5849880, open by appointment

... more museums/exhibitions in Osttirol Nationalparkhaus – Matrei

The interactive exhibition „Tauernblicke -

Moments of wonder and the special ex-

hibition of grouse“ shows visitors unexpected insights into the various habitats of Austria‘s largest and oldest national park. 360 ° videos in VR-binoculars, experience-shower, diorama, flight with a bearded vulture, and much more awaits you. Free entry! Audio guide (german, english, italian): costs € 4, free with Osttirols Glockner Dolomitencard. Guided tours for groups of 10 or more - registration required. Costs € 4,00/ adult • € 3,00/ child. E-car charging station for visitors free of charge. Opening times 2021: June: Mon - Fri 10:00-12:00 & 14:00-18:00, closed on holidays July & August: Mon - Sat 10:00-18:00, Sun 14:00-18:00 September: Mon - Sat and 05.09. 10:00-18:00 and from 06.09. Mon - Fri 10:00-18:00 October till 26.10.: Mon - Fri 10:00-12:00 & 14:00-18:00 Information: Nationalparkhaus Matrei, 9971, Kirchplatz 2, Tel. +43 4875 5161-10, nationalparkservice.tirol@hohetauern.at, www. hohetauern.at

Burg Heinfels

Heinfels Castle was completely restored from 2016 to 2020. It is the most extensive castle complex of Osttirol and the Puster Valley. The travel writer Beda Weber described Heinfels as a queen who raises up into the air. In fact, the high castle sits enthroned on a striking rock 1130m above sea level. Heinfels is a sight, museum and event location. The museum extends over an internal and external area of 1000 m² and offers an overall experience of historical masonry, wonderful views and a history that has been brought to life. Narrow guards walkways and round towers alternate with wide panoramic views. Modern architecture makes the ruins accessible and even the highest tower for those that are free from giddiness. Visitors of Heinfels are accompanied only by trained cultural mediators. A chapter of Heinfels‘ eventful stories is told in every castle chamber and every hall ... with models of the castle, film and audio stations, photographs, original objects and animations. The journey through time begins with the founding legend of Heinfels, with the battle of the legendary giant Haunold against the Huns. It leads through everyday life at Heinfels, the geopolitical situation up to the storming of the castle during the peasant uprisings. Personal stories are also told, like those from the persecuted Hutterer - members of church reforming movement - as well as Thomas Hanns, the convicted murderer of the cook von Heinfels.

Information: Museumsverein Burg Heinfels

c/o Gemeindeamt Heinfels, 9919 Heinfels, Panzendorf 126 Tel. +43 4842 6326, info@burg-heinfels.com, www.burg-heinfels.com Information to opening times, prices, guided tours and events under: www.burg-heinfels.com