Heimatmuseum Sixenhof
In a Tyrolean single-roof farmhouse from around 1800 on Lake Achensee, 21 rooms show the crafts, hunting, fishing, timber industry and shipping of the Achental.
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About the museum
The Sixenhof on the north shore of Lake Achensee is a typical single-roof farmhouse of the region: living quarters and farm section lie under one roof, the ground floor is masonry, and the upper floor and attic are built as a timber log structure. The farming family "beim Sixen" ran a sizeable estate here with around 25 cattle, horses, pigs, sheep and chickens, plus fields, forest and an alpine pasture.
Since 1964 the house has belonged to the municipality of Achenkirch. In 1984 the Achental Heimatmuseum support association was founded and immediately began the renovation; in September 1987 the museum was officially opened. The association still does not regard its task as complete and continues to expand the collection.
On three floors and in 21 rooms, numerous exhibits document the life of the ancestors in the Achental. They cover crafts, hunting and fishing, firefighting, Lake Achensee shipping and above all the timber industry, which has always played a central role in this heavily forested area. In Advent the centuries-old stable becomes the stage for the "Tiroler Bergweihnacht" with live animals, a narration and projections.
Highlights
- Typical Tyrolean single-roof farmhouse from around 1800
- 21 rooms on three floors
- Exhibits on the timber industry, hunting, fishing and Lake Achensee shipping
- Free audio guide for your own phone
- Tyrolean Mountain Christmas in the old stable with live animals
Permanent exhibition
- Sixenhof – Leben und Arbeiten im Achental – A tour through 21 rooms with exhibits on crafts, hunting, fishing, firefighting, Lake Achensee shipping and the timber industry.
- Founded
- 1987
- Operated by
- Förderverein Achentaler Heimatmuseum (Haus der Gemeinde Achenkirch)
Admission & discounts
| Adults | €8 |
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| Reduced | €7with guest card or Achensee Card, and for groups |
| Children & teens | freefree up to age 15 · Children up to 15 years have free admission. |
| Groups | €7 per personGroup rate per person; tours outside opening hours on request. |
| Tyrolean Mountain Christmas (Advent) | €8Per person; also valid for all rooms of the museum. |
Admission is free with the "Achensee Erlebnis Card".
Accessibility
The museum hasn’t published any information on this.
Kids & families
| Kids’ admission | free up to age 15 |
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The Bergweihnacht features live animals (ox, donkey, sheep) in the old stable.
Getting there & parking
From the B 181 take the "Achenkirch Süd" exit, then turn left towards the lake and at the Fischerwirt do not cross the bridge but continue straight on (according to the museum's directions).
Get directionsAmenities & dining
During the Bergweihnacht, mulled wine, tea, coffee and Achental Zelten (fruit bread) are served in the parlour.
Events & venue rental
- Spaces for rent
- Weddings / ceremonies
Up to 50 guests.
Civil and humanist wedding ceremonies in the garden or the parlour; maximum 50 guests. Photo shoots after the ceremony are also possible.
Inquiries & detailsPlan your visit
| Guided tours | yes |
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| Audio guide | yes |
| Good to know | Free audio guide ("Hearonymus" app) to download to your own phone. Group tours and performances outside opening hours on request by email (info@sixenhof.at). The Bergweihnacht performance (approx. 25 minutes) is available in German, English, Italian and French. |
