Ferdinand Porsche Erlebniswelt "fahr(T)raum"

About the museum

The fahr(T)raum in Mattsee is dedicated to the car designer Ferdinand Porsche (1875–1951). His path from electrical engineering apprentice via the Lohner-Porsche and the Austro-Daimler racing cars to the Volkswagen Beetle is traced here through original vehicles, sketches and exhibits. The show expressly does not see itself as a classic vintage car museum, but as an experience world in which many pieces may be touched and tried out.

The building stands on the grounds of a former shoe factory whose industrial character has been preserved. On roughly 3,500 square metres of exhibition space, the rooms show historic racing cars, automobiles, tractors and, since January 2023, aircraft as well; the event hall has been extended by more than 800 square metres, and the historic aircraft Hansa Brandenburg C1 and Klemm L20 hang from its ceiling.

Besides the permanent exhibition there are changing special exhibitions, a children's workshop, Carrera racetracks and racing simulators. In the summer half-year, chauffeured rides in historic vehicles are offered. The museum is operated by FAHRTRAUM GmbH.

Highlights

• Lohner-Porsche and Austro-Daimler vehicles
• Historic racing cars and tractors
• Aircraft hall with Hansa Brandenburg C1 and Klemm L20
• Children's workshop, Carrera tracks and racing simulators
• Chauffeured vintage car rides

Permanent exhibition

• Ferdinand Porsche Erlebniswelten – Racing cars, automobiles, tractors and historic aircraft on the life and work of Ferdinand Porsche, with many hands-on stations.

Founded

2013

Operated by

FAHRTRAUM GmbH

Admission & discounts

Discounts for members of ARBÖ and ÖAMTC and with the Upper Austrian Family Card.

Accessibility

• Wheelchair accessible
• Elevator: no information
• Accessible restroom: no information
• Accessible parking: no information
• Service dogs welcome: no information
• Tactile models & exhibits: no information
• Sign language tours: no information
• Easy-to-read materials: no information
• Audio description: no information

According to the museum, entrances and exhibition areas are accessible throughout without barriers or obstacles. The audio guide is also available in sign language.

Kids & families

Great for kids & families

• Family tours & workshops
• Activity booklet, scavenger hunt or kids’ audio guide
• Hands-on stations
• Stroller-friendly
• Playground / play area

Children's workshop with craft activities, Carrera racetracks, children's and tractor simulators, Matador workbenches and interactive children's tables. Every day there is a knowledge rally with a medal and winner's photo.

Getting there & parking

Mattsee is about 20 km from Salzburg; from the A1 take the Salzburg Nord exit towards Mattsee, and at the Mattsee Nord entrance turn into Passauer Straße.

Amenities & dining

• Café
• Museum shop
• Wi-Fi

Café with drinks and pastries on site; shop with model cars, books and souvenirs (also online shop).

Events & venue rental

• Spaces for rent
• Private parties
• Corporate events
• Weddings / ceremonies

Up to 300 guests.

Event hall with space for 10 to 300 people, by the hour or all day; for conferences, corporate and private celebrations.

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