Strumpfmuseum Altenstadt
Free museum next to the factory outlet of the Vatter stocking factory in Altenstadt on the history of the stocking and how it is made.
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About the museum
The museum is located directly next to the factory outlet of the Vatter V1 stocking factory in Altenstadt near Schongau, on the site of the former Bellinda fine-stocking manufactories.
It explains clearly how the stocking and its production have developed, and shows many unique items, including hand-knitted stockings from 1850 and the first Perlon stocking in the world.
Highlights
- Hand-knitted stockings from 1850
- The first Perlon stocking in the world
- History of the stocking and how it is made
- Free admission, right next to the factory outlet
Permanent exhibition
- Geschichte des Strumpfs – The development of the stocking and its manufacture, with unique items such as hand-knitted stockings from 1850 and the first Perlon stocking.
- Operated by
- Vatter V1 GmbH
Admission & discounts
Admission is free.
Accessibility
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Kids & families
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Getting there & parking
By car
Parking available
Customer parking spaces at the factory outlet.
Navigation address: Niederhofener Straße 10, 86972 Altenstadt.
Get directionsAmenities & dining
The museum is located right next to the stocking factory's factory outlet.
Events & venue rental
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