--- title: Museum of Working Life url: "https://www.salzkammergut.at/en/oesterreich-poi/detail/402098/museum-of-working-life.html" description: A place of history - The Museum Arbeitswelt Steyr is housed in two listed factory buildings from the 19th century. date: 2012-03-05 modified: 2026-06-30 --- # Museum of Working Life Museum of Working Life ======================== Steyr, Oberösterreich, Österreich ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/206234/3CBE2408A46538FA424E76F3B60284057B15F60955D0E251BB520C6721F0C73B/museum-arbeitswelt-steyr.jpg) ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/206235/41E63464E5B88526D0809493F88EE36DB0B6D0060A4FA7843F76B114E201CEBE/museum-arbeitswelt-steyr.jpg) ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/206236/F4DC9E2176E00A2580176ED02D566EE163421FFDD375B94CC8839AE286BDBAAD/museum-arbeitswelt-steyr.jpg) © Open copyright © Helena Wimmer Close copyright [ ![A quiet river flows past old, yellow buildings and lush greenery. The sky is clear with a few clouds.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/206234/3CBE2408A46538FA424E76F3B60284057B15F60955D0E251BB520C6721F0C73B/museum-arbeitswelt-steyr.jpg "© Helena Wimmer") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/206234/3CBE2408A46538FA424E76F3B60284057B15F60955D0E251BB520C6721F0C73B/museum-arbeitswelt-steyr.jpg) © Open copyright © Julia Ludwig Close copyright [ ![A group of people is sitting on chairs and watching a performance on an outdoor stage. In the background, a yellow building and a beautiful sky can be seen.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/206235/41E63464E5B88526D0809493F88EE36DB0B6D0060A4FA7843F76B114E201CEBE/museum-arbeitswelt-steyr.jpg "© Julia Ludwig") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/206235/41E63464E5B88526D0809493F88EE36DB0B6D0060A4FA7843F76B114E201CEBE/museum-arbeitswelt-steyr.jpg) © Open copyright © HelenaWimmer Close copyright [ ![A modern space with a bar and high tables. Large windows provide plenty of natural light and an inviting atmosphere.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/206236/F4DC9E2176E00A2580176ED02D566EE163421FFDD375B94CC8839AE286BDBAAD/museum-arbeitswelt-steyr.jpg "© HelenaWimmer") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/206236/F4DC9E2176E00A2580176ED02D566EE163421FFDD375B94CC8839AE286BDBAAD/museum-arbeitswelt-steyr.jpg) © Open copyright © Hannes Ecker Close copyright [ ![A stage with a red curtain and several chairs is ready for an event. In the foreground, there are rows of black chairs for the audience.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/206237/B924FAAD4896578BBABF0F106F0371B47BE32AB5052EEF3292A31647DEC59696/museum-arbeitswelt-steyr.jpg "© Hannes Ecker") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/206237/B924FAAD4896578BBABF0F106F0371B47BE32AB5052EEF3292A31647DEC59696/museum-arbeitswelt-steyr.jpg) 1. 2. 3. 4. Wehrgrabengasse 7 4400 Steyr [ open in Google Maps ](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Wehrgrabengasse%207%2C%204400%20Steyr "Link will open in a new window") [ Open in Apple Maps ](https://maps.apple.com/place?address=Wehrgrabengasse%207%2C%204400%20Steyr "Link will open in a new window") ![](https://static.ecmaps.de/staticmap.jpg?experience=webarchitektur-meta&lat=48.0427562&lon=14.4165099&width=991&height=450&project=ttg-basemap&zoom=2000&server=meta.tourdata.at) **A place of history -** The Museum Arbeitswelt Steyr is housed in two listed factory buildings from the 19th century. Housed in two listed factory buildings from the 19th century, the first Austrian labor museum has developed since its opening in 1987 into an internationally renowned exhibition, culture, and event center. With annually changing exhibitions, contemporary cultural mediation offerings, and a diverse event program, visitors can engage with questions about the past, present, and future of work and life. Hint / Advice: - You can find the current program at [www.museumarbeitswelt.at](https://www.museumarbeitswelt.at). [ Contact ](#ttgCollapseKontakt) ---------------------------------- **Museum of Working Life** Wehrgrabengasse 7 4400 Steyr Phone [ +43 7252 773510 ](tel:+437252773510) E-Mail [office@museumarbeitswelt.at](#mailto) Web [www.museumarbeitswelt.at/](https://www.museumarbeitswelt.at/ "New window") https://www.museumarbeitswelt.at/ --- **You can also visit us on** [ Facebook ](https://www.facebook.com/pages/Museum-Arbeitswelt-Steyr/151855241518327)--- **Contact person** Mag. Museum Arbeitswelt Museum Arbeitswelt Wehrgrabengasse 7 4400 Steyr Phone [ +43 7252 773510 ](tel:+437252773510) E-Mail [office@museumarbeitswelt.at](#mailto) Web [www.museumarbeitswelt.at/](https://www.museumarbeitswelt.at/ "New window") --- **Legal contact information** Museum Arbeitswelt Wehrgrabengasse 7 AT-4400 Steyr office@museumarbeitswelt.at https://museumarbeitswelt.at/ UID: ATU24224505 --- **We speak the following languages** German English [ Opening hours ](#ttgCollapseOeffnungszeiten) ------------------------------------------------ Wednesday to Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Saturday, Sunday & holidays from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday and Tuesday by appointment for groups School programs: Monday to Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Exhibition "Energy Transition - Race Against Time" **Closing day**- Monday - Tuesday [ Arrival ](#ttgCollapseAnreise) ---------------------------------- **Accessibility / arrival**Located directly on the bike path and only a 15-minute walk from the train station, you have various options for an environmentally friendly arrival. Support our goal of being a sustainable museum and choose a climate-friendly way to get here. Thank you! ### BICYCLE The Steyrtal cycle path (R8) and the Ennstal cycle path (R7) run through Steyr. The Steyrtal cycle path passes directly by the museum. There are several public bike parking facilities available right at the museum in front of the guest garden. More information about the bike paths can be found here: [Steyrtal Cycle Path](https://www.steyr-nationalpark.at/oesterreich-tour/detail/430001303/ennsradweg-r7-admont-enns.html) [Ennstal Cycle Path](https://www.steyr-nationalpark.at/oesterreich-tour/detail/430001303/ennsradweg-r7-admont-enns.html) ### TRAIN You can reach the museum via the Austrian Federal Railways through Linz or St. Valentin. From there, there are direct connections to Steyr every hour. From the train station in Steyr, it is easiest to reach the museum by taxi or on foot (walking time about 10 minutes). [ÖBB Timetable](https://fahrplan.oebb.at/webapp/#!P|TP!H|313644) ### BUS Steyr is well accessible by bus from Linz and various surrounding locations. The bus terminal is located at the train station in Steyr. [OÖVV Timetable](https://www.ooevv.at/de/fahrplaene/fahrplanauskunft.html) ### CAR & COACH **Vienna** Motorway A1 Exit "Haag" **Linz** Motorway A1 Exit "Steyr-Enns West" **Salzburg** Motorway A1 Exit "Sattledt" **Graz** Motorway A9 Exit "Klaus" ### PARKING There is a barrier-free car park directly at the Museum of Working World. In addition, some paid parking spaces are available directly at the museum (Gaswerkgasse). [More parking options in Steyr](https://www.steyr-nationalpark.at/business/bcs-service/parken.html) ### PLANE The nearest airport is Linz "Blue Danube Airport" (LNZ), with direct connections to Amsterdam, Düsseldorf, Frankfurt, Graz, Salzburg, Vienna, and Zurich. [Blue Danube Airport Linz](https://www.linz-airport.com/de) [ Equipment ](#ttgCollapseAusstattung) ---------------------------------------- - Toilet facility **Service**- Guided tour [ Prices ](#ttgCollapsePreise) -------------------------------- **General price information**- Children & youth up to 19 years: free admission - Individual: 10.- - Reduced:\* 7,- - Group: (from 12 persons): 7,- - Combination ticket: (exhibition + Stollen of Remembrance): 14,- - Reduced combination ticket:\* 12,- - Guided tour ticket (excl. admission): 5,- *\*The following are considered reduced: groups, students, apprentices, university students, retirees, active and civilian service personnel, people with disabilities (free admission for companions), AK members, union members, employees of OÖ Tourism, employees of the province of OÖ, Culture Contact network partners, holders of the FORUM card, members of the FH OÖ Alumni Club, members of Kolping Austria, holders of the 4youCard, holders of the Travel Agents Identity Card, holders of the Linz Culture Card 365* ###### Free admission for: members of the Museum Labor World Association / children & youth up to 18 years / teaching students / Culture Pass Hunger for Art and Culture / holders of the moecard (Museum Association Austria) / holders of the ICOM card (International Council of Museums) / holders of the BÖKWE card (Professional Association of Austrian Art and Craft Educators) / members of the Association of Austrian Cultural Mediators in Museums and Exhibitions / holders of the artist's ID from the International Association of Art (IAA) **Payment methods** Cash payment **Debit and credit cards** ATM card **Discounts (Memberships)**- Pyhrn-Priel-Card Free entry, as often as you like - Phyrn-Priel seasonal pass Free entry, as often as you like [ Cooperation ](#ttgCollapseKooperationen) -------------------------------------------- [ Suitability ](#ttgCollapseEignung) -------------------------------------- - All weather - Suitable for groups - Suitable for schools - Suitable for pushchairs - Suitable for teenagers - Suitable for seniors - Suitable for single travelers - Suitable for friends - Suitable for couples - Suitable for children **Season**- Spring - Summer - Autumn [ Accessibility ](#ttgCollapseBarrierefreiheit) ------------------------------------------------- Please get in touch for more information. **Access**- ground level accessible **other information**- door width (min. 80 cm) - handicapped accessible lift - lift door access area with 150 cm depth - lift size (cabin width > 110cm, depth >140cm - lift door width minimum 80 cm - The elevator touch panel is at 85 cm height - Step-free and barrier-free entrance to the building - Toilet facility for disabled people - Lounge and seminar rooms [To the website](https://www.museumarbeitswelt.at/ "New window") powered by [TOURDATA](https://www.tourdata.at "New window") [Suggest a change](#mailto) [ ![TOURDATA Logo](https://www.salzkammergut.at/fileadmin/templates/global/images/Logo-Tourdata.png "TOURDATA Logo") ](https://www.tourdata.at "New window")