--- title: Literature Museum Altaussee url: "https://www.salzkammergut.at/en/oesterreich-poi/detail/430032010/literature-museum-altaussee.html" description: "On the second floor of the Kur- und Amtshaus in Altaussee is the Literature Museum. Friends of literary history will discover interesting facts about well-known personalities and unique originals to admire in the museum's collection. After a visit, the popular bookstore on the ground floor invites guests to browse." date: 2012-03-05 modified: 2026-06-30 --- # Literature Museum Altaussee Literature Museum Altaussee ============================= Altaussee, Steiermark, Österreich ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/231510/E736CA0D91FDBE5796BC94E887731B1396C43ACF983EB949DE74A6B0EEB62FCE/literaturmuseum-altaussee-theodor-herzl.jpg) ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/231505/0A14AAF3DCAA8F6833FFF3F4B044017892E67D7F28C4DF4709F1258757BD33D1/literaturmuseum-altaussee-sitzbereich.png) ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/231506/F827E69B1E180C2394F366423522825EFFB5D158FCA5B2A1DAEB72DE0C46046C/literaturmuseum-altaussee-fahrrad.jpg) Open copyright © CC-BY, Kulturfux, Kulturfux Close copyright [ ![An exhibition room with a historical bicycle by Adam Opel and information panels on the wall. The room also displays other literary exhibits.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/231510/E736CA0D91FDBE5796BC94E887731B1396C43ACF983EB949DE74A6B0EEB62FCE/literaturmuseum-altaussee-theodor-herzl.jpg "© CC-BY, Kulturfux, Kulturfux") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/231510/E736CA0D91FDBE5796BC94E887731B1396C43ACF983EB949DE74A6B0EEB62FCE/literaturmuseum-altaussee-theodor-herzl.jpg) Open copyright © CC-BY, Kulturfux, Kulturfux Close copyright [ ![A modern exhibition room with informative panels on the walls. In the center stands a round table with chairs and a display cabinet in which a bicycle is presented.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/231505/0A14AAF3DCAA8F6833FFF3F4B044017892E67D7F28C4DF4709F1258757BD33D1/literaturmuseum-altaussee-sitzbereich.png "© CC-BY, Kulturfux, Kulturfux") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/231505/0A14AAF3DCAA8F6833FFF3F4B044017892E67D7F28C4DF4709F1258757BD33D1/literaturmuseum-altaussee-sitzbereich.png) Open copyright © CC-BY, Kulturfux, Kulturfux Close copyright [ ![An antique bicycle stands in a glass display case. It is a "Victoria Blitz" by Adam Opel, surrounded by a wooden backdrop.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/231506/F827E69B1E180C2394F366423522825EFFB5D158FCA5B2A1DAEB72DE0C46046C/literaturmuseum-altaussee-fahrrad.jpg "© CC-BY, Kulturfux, Kulturfux") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/231506/F827E69B1E180C2394F366423522825EFFB5D158FCA5B2A1DAEB72DE0C46046C/literaturmuseum-altaussee-fahrrad.jpg) Open copyright © CC-BY, Kulturfux, Kulturfux Close copyright [ ![A unique mirror installation presents an artwork featuring a dark scene. The focus is on the reflected depiction within a modern exhibition frame.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/231507/13146044FE7D15930DE0ABD0B0F9D3D4C55B05C5620A18D05BBD9C3DF81FD382/literaturmuseum-altaussee-der-stammtisch.jpg "© CC-BY, Kulturfux, Kulturfux") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/231507/13146044FE7D15930DE0ABD0B0F9D3D4C55B05C5620A18D05BBD9C3DF81FD382/literaturmuseum-altaussee-der-stammtisch.jpg) Open copyright © CC-BY, Kulturfux, Kulturfux Close copyright [ ![An exhibition with information panels on the wall and a display cabinet. The walls are painted light, and the panels are green with text and images.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/231508/BF30CDCD889B06940EE688453B423E7458C09F2D8EE44BBE5F7E940938BE3EB8/literaturmuseum-altaussee-schriftsteller.jpg "© CC-BY, Kulturfux, Kulturfux") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/231508/BF30CDCD889B06940EE688453B423E7458C09F2D8EE44BBE5F7E940938BE3EB8/literaturmuseum-altaussee-schriftsteller.jpg) Open copyright © CC-BY, Petra Kirchschlager, Petra Kirchschlager Close copyright [ ![A picturesque winter landscape with snow-covered buildings and a tall mountain in the background. The sky is clear and blue.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/384813/09A2B0423E535331F8B122EF09C7A161060557CDD64962DD81F00F9F7D487E19/kur-und-amtshaus-altaussee-winter.jpg "© CC-BY, Petra Kirchschlager, Petra Kirchschlager") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/384813/09A2B0423E535331F8B122EF09C7A161060557CDD64962DD81F00F9F7D487E19/kur-und-amtshaus-altaussee-winter.jpg) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Fischerndorf 61 8992 Altaussee [ open in Google Maps ](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Fischerndorf%2061%2C%208992%20Altaussee "Link will open in a new window") [ Open in Apple Maps ](https://maps.apple.com/place?address=Fischerndorf%2061%2C%208992%20Altaussee "Link will open in a new window") ![](https://static.ecmaps.de/staticmap.jpg?experience=webarchitektur-meta&lat=47.6409982169568&lon=13.7656452981476&width=991&height=450&project=ttg-basemap&zoom=2000&server=meta.tourdata.at) On the second floor of the **Kur- und Amtshaus in Altaussee** is the **Literature Museum**. Friends of literary history will discover interesting facts about well-known personalities and unique originals to admire in the museum's collection. After a visit, the popular **bookstore** on the ground floor invites guests to browse. ### Discover literary history in the heart of Altaussee For over 20 years, the **Literature Museum** has been located right in the center of **Altaussee** and is a fixed program point for friends of literary history when visiting the **Ausseerland region**. The newly designed **Kurpark** invites you to linger before or after your visit: The idyllic surroundings in front of the Literature Museum encourage you to browse through a book or two from the **bookshop**. The collection of the museum tells the **local history** **of [Altaussee](https://www.ausseerland.at/en/altaussee)** and houses some special exhibits, such as a unique media supplement to the **cabinet of curiosities** by Prof. Horst K. Jandl. For the Kulturhauptstadt 2024, the Literature Museum has been newly staged. Prominent **personalities from literature** who have worked and continue to work in Altaussee are presented. Originals like the **Herzl bicycle** and the **voice of Torberg** are showcased brilliantly. **A new highlight & MUST SEE in Altaussee! All information panels are now also available in English!** The volunteer staff at the **[Literature Museum Altaussee](https://www.literaturmuseum.at/)** look forward to your visit! [ Contact ](#ttgCollapseKontakt) ---------------------------------- **Literature Museum Altaussee** Fischerndorf 61 8992 Altaussee Phone [ +43 6608 637628 ](tel:+436608637628) E-Mail [info@literaturmuseum.at](#mailto) Web [www.literaturmuseum.at/](http://www.literaturmuseum.at/ "New window") http://www.literaturmuseum.at/ --- **Contact person** Literaturmuseum Altaussee Fischerndorf 61 8992 Altaussee Phone [ +43 6608 637628 ](tel:+436608637628) E-Mail [info@literaturmuseum.at](#mailto) Web [www.literaturmuseum.at/](http://www.literaturmuseum.at/ "New window") [ Opening hours ](#ttgCollapseOeffnungszeiten) ------------------------------------------------ The literature museum is closed every year on the following days: Carnival (Saturday to Tuesday), Altaussee Kirtag beer tent (Saturday to Monday), Christmas Eve, New Year's Eve, as well as Sundays and public holidays. **Closing day**- Sunday [ Arrival ](#ttgCollapseAnreise) ---------------------------------- [ Prices ](#ttgCollapsePreise) -------------------------------- **General price information** Payment: Only cash payment possible! **Discounts (Memberships)**- Salzkammergut Sommer-Card Normal price / special price Adults € 9,00 / € 4,50 Children up to 14 years free [ Accessibility ](#ttgCollapseBarrierefreiheit) ------------------------------------------------- Please get in touch for more information. 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