Frohnauer Hammer
One of Germany's oldest forge museums, where three water-driven heavy hammers can still be demonstrated.
Located on the outskirts of Annaberg-Buchholz, the site began as a 15th-century grain mill. It was later converted into a coin-striking and forging workshop. Three heavy hammers powered by water wheels still run, and they are demonstrated during tours. The adjacent timber-framed hammer manor displays folk art from the mining district and is part of the Ore Mountains World Heritage site. Adult admission is about 6 euros, and tours last about 45 minutes. It can be visited on the same day as St. Anne's Church.
Opening hours
09:00–16:00
Nearby sights
- St. Anne's Church, Annaberg-Buchholz
- Greifensteine
- Scharfenstein Castle
- Fichtelberg & Oberwiesenthal
- Klaffenbach Water Castle
- Villa Esche
- Augustusburg Palace
- Petrified Forest & Museum of Natural History