Hohenloher Freilandmuseum
Hohenloher Freilandmuseum Wackershofen
Baden-Württemberg's largest open-air museum, with more than 70 relocated farmhouses, mills and town streets that recreate rural life.
The Hohenlohe Open-Air Museum lies about 5 km northwest of the city, in Wackershofen. It has relocated more than 70 buildings from the Hohenlohe region, dating from the 16th to the 20th century, including farmhouses, mills, schools, taverns and a railway station. They are grouped into village, woodland and town zones. The museum also keeps traditional livestock breeds, such as local black pigs, cattle and sheep.
On weekends, demonstrations of bread baking, blacksmithing and basket weaving are common, and the museum restaurant serves regional dishes.
Admission is about 11 euros, and a visit takes about half a day. You can get there by bus or along the cycle path, and it's a great outing for families with children.
Opening hours
About late March–early November, 09:00–18:00 (closed Mondays depending on season)
Nearby sights
- Johanniterhalle (Würth Old Masters)
- Kocher Covered Bridges & Riverfront
- Kunsthalle Würth
- Haalplatz & Sulferturm
- Freilichtspiele Schwäbisch Hall & Globe Theatre
- Marktplatz & Town Hall
- Hällisch-Fränkisches Museum
- St. Michael's Church & Great Steps