Historisches Museum Cadolzburg
Local museum in a half-timbered and sandstone house from 1486 with local history, building history and an exhibition on the composer Pisendel.
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About the museum
The museum is in the centre of Cadolzburg, directly in front of the Hohenzollern castle. The building was first erected in 1486, destroyed by soldiers in 1631/34 during the Thirty Years' War and rebuilt by the townspeople in 1668. It then served as the town hall. In 1913 it was due to make way for a new building, but the First World War prevented its demolition.
After a long renovation and restoration, the listed building is now an important exhibit in its own right. The neighbouring Püttrichhaus, linked by a modern glass structure, is also part of the museum ensemble.
The permanent exhibition has three focal points: the house as a monument, local history from the Stone Age to the present, and the life and work of the composer and violinist Johann Georg Pisendel (1687–1755), born in Cadolzburg. In addition there are changing special exhibitions.
Highlights
- Historic half-timbered and sandstone house from 1486
- Local history from the Stone Age to today
- Exhibition on Johann Georg Pisendel
- Explorer booklet for families
Permanent exhibitions
- Das Haus als Denkmal – The museum building itself tells its story as an example of historic architecture.
- Die Ortsgeschichte – A journey through time through the history of Cadolzburg from the Stone Age to the present.
- Johann Georg Pisendel – Life and work of the composer, violin virtuoso and concertmaster (1687–1755).
- Founded
- 1993
- Operated by
- Markt Cadolzburg
Admission & discounts
| Adults | €4 |
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| Reduced | €3Seniors, students |
| Children & teens | freefree up to age 18 · Children and young people up to 18 years have free admission. |
| Seniors | €3 |
| Visitors with disabilities | €1.50People with disabilities and their companions pay €1.50 each. |
| Students & apprentices | €3 |
| Groups | –School classes flat rate €15, teacher free. |
| Combined ticket with Cadolzburg Castle | €10 |
| Combined ticket with Cadolzburg Castle (reduced) | €8 |
| Ehrenamtskarte: adults | €2.50 |
| Ehrenamtskarte: seniors, students | €1.50 |
No card payments. Holders of the Ehrenamtskarte with a disability have free admission.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible: not available
- 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
The museum is not accessible for wheelchair users.
Kids & families
Great for kids & families
| Kids’ admission | free up to age 18 |
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- Activity booklet, scavenger hunt or kids’ audio guide
Free explorer booklet "Als Denkmalforscher unterwegs" for families with children from about 6 years; in the prehistory section there are additional texts and pictures for children.
Getting there & parking
By public transit
By Rangaubahn (R11) from Fürth to Cadolzburg, every half hour on weekdays, hourly at weekends.
By car
Parking available · 10-min walk to the entrance
Large car park at the Höhbuck (signposted "Parkplatz Burg").
Arrive by car via the B8.
Get directionsAmenities & dining
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Events & venue rental
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Plan your visit
| Guided tours | yes |
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| Good to know | Tours outside regular opening hours are possible on request. |
