History, modern architecture and art
The museum
Welcome to the fascinating world of glass. The material has been used to create artistic and functional objects for thousands of years. But what makes glass so special? Visitors to the Glass Museum will find out - on a journey through the cultural history of glass, from its beginnings in Mesopotamia to the present day.
The modern architecture of the museum building also shows to the outside world that the work here is contemporary and innovative. The architectural staging of the exhibition can be admired on 1300 m² of exhibition space in the round building. In addition to the permanent exhibition, the glass museum presents exciting special exhibitions with international artists.
As part of the museum's educational programme, we introduce children to glass and the craft in a playful way. We want to encourage them to understand the significance and history of the material and use their creativity and imagination to design their own works of art. We have also created a special section for children on our website. Our friendly museum spirit Durandl will show you the way.
Digital and always changing
The
Virtual
Glass Museum
This is where our virtual museum is created. Our digital exhibits are developed specifically for the digital presentation based on existing themes and objects in the museum. The exhibition in our virtual museum is growing gradually.
Click through our virtual building. Have fun!
- = Kids Experience
- = Click point
Kids Experience
- Uranium glass
- Machine glass
- Bixl
- Narcissus
- Glass transport
- Natural glasses
- Hut stove scene
- Middle Ages
- Nuppen cup
Click point
- Uranium glass
- Machine glass
- Bixl
- Narcissus
- Glass transport
- Natural glasses
- Hut stove scene
- Middle Ages
- Nuppen cup
Learning world museum
Discover Explore Create
At the Frauenau Glass Museum, children and young people discover culture and history as well as glass crafts, art and design in a creative way. Social and scientific topics are vividly conveyed by means of original exhibits and their exciting stories.
Special event
Discover Explore Create
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Information on
to the visit
Here you will find compact and transparent information about your visit to the Glass Museum. From our current opening hours to admission prices.
Design competition
Pupils
design
Mug
4th design competition as part of the co-operation between the Zwiesel Glass College and the Frauenau Glass Museum to promote young designers.
Take part now!
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A look behind the scenes ✨
In our current exhibition "Creative Frauenau", we are not only presenting fascinating works of art - we were also on site in the artists' workshops! 🛠️ We gained exciting insights into their creative processes and working methods. This month we take you into the studio of (glass) painter Rainer Metzger.
A look behind the scenes ✨
In our current exhibition "Creative Frauenau", we are not only presenting fascinating works of art - we were also on site in the artists' workshops! 🛠️ We gained exciting insights into their creative processes and working methods. This month we take you into the studio of (glass) painter Rainer Metzger.
Curious to find out more? You can now find the interview with Rainer Metzger on our profile - along with further portraits of other artists in the exhibition. Find out what inspires them and how their unique works are created.
A look behind the scenes ✨
In our current exhibition "Creative Frauenau", we are not only presenting fascinating works of art - we were also on site in the artists' workshops! 🛠️ We gained exciting insights into their creative processes and working methods. This month we take you into the studio of (glass) painter Rainer Metzger.
Curious to find out more? You can now find the interview with Rainer Metzger on our profile - along with further portraits of other artists in the exhibition. Find out what inspires them and how their unique works are created.
A look behind the scenes ✨
In our current exhibition "Creative Frauenau", we are not only presenting fascinating works of art - we were also on site in the artists' workshops! 🛠️ We gained exciting insights into their creative processes and working methods. This month we take you into the studio of (glass) painter Rainer Metzger.
Curious to find out more? You can now find the interview with Rainer Metzger on our profile - along with further portraits of other artists in the exhibition. Find out what inspires them and how their unique works are created.
A look behind the scenes ✨
In our current exhibition "Creative Frauenau", we are not only presenting fascinating works of art - we were also on site in the artists' workshops! 🛠️ We gained exciting insights into their creative processes and working methods. This month we take you into the studio of (glass) painter Rainer Metzger.
Curious to find out more? You can now find the interview with Rainer Metzger on our profile - along with further portraits of other artists in the exhibition. Find out what inspires them and how their unique works are created.
A look behind the scenes ✨
In our current exhibition "Creative Frauenau", we are not only presenting fascinating works of art - we were also on site in the artists' workshops! 🛠️ We gained exciting insights into their creative processes and working methods. This month we take you into the studio of (glass) painter Rainer Metzger.
Curious to find out more? You can now find the interview with Rainer Metzger on our profile - along with further portraits of other artists in the exhibition. Find out what inspires them and how their unique works are created.
A look behind the scenes ✨
In our current exhibition "Creative Frauenau", we are not only presenting fascinating works of art - we were also on site in the artists' workshops! 🛠️ We gained exciting insights into their creative processes and working methods. This month we take you into the studio of (glass) painter Rainer Metzger.
Curious to find out more? You can now find the interview with Rainer Metzger on our profile - along with further portraits of other artists in the exhibition. Find out what inspires them and how their unique works are created.
A look behind the scenes ✨
In our current exhibition "Creative Frauenau", we are not only presenting fascinating works of art - we were also on site in the artists' workshops! 🛠️ We gained exciting insights into their creative processes and working methods. This month we take you into the studio of (glass) painter Rainer Metzger.
Curious to find out more? You can now find the interview with Rainer Metzger on our profile - along with further portraits of other artists in the exhibition. Find out what inspires them and how their unique works are created.
A look behind the scenes ✨
In our current exhibition "Creative Frauenau", we are not only presenting fascinating works of art - we were also on site in the artists' workshops! 🛠️ We gained exciting insights into their creative processes and working methods. This month we take you into the studio of (glass) painter Rainer Metzger.
Curious to find out more? You can now find the interview with Rainer Metzger on our profile - along with further portraits of other artists in the exhibition. Find out what inspires them and how their unique works are created.
Object of the month: People in the city (no stopping) 🏺
Sometimes a work of art needs no explanation - it tells its own story. Rainer Metzger, the artist of this vase, says: "I don't think it's a good idea to scrutinise it too much."
His goal? To leave room for your own thoughts and feelings. What do you discover in this work? 💭✨
You can find more photos of this special vase on our profile. And if you want to experience it up close: You can marvel at it and many other works by Frauenau artists until 6 January. We look forward to seeing you!
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Object of the month: People in the city (no stopping) 🏺
Sometimes a work of art needs no explanation - it tells its own story. Rainer Metzger, the artist of this vase, says: "I don't think it's a good idea to scrutinise it too much."
His goal? To leave room for your own thoughts and feelings. What do you discover in this work? 💭✨
You can find more photos of this special vase on our profile. And if you want to experience it up close: You can marvel at it and many other works by Frauenau artists until 6 January. We look forward to seeing you!
1TP5Glass museum 1TP5Glass art #frauenau #museum #glasmuseumfrauenau #bayerischerwald #museum education #glass history #glass craftsmanship
Object of the month: People in the city (no stopping) 🏺
Sometimes a work of art needs no explanation - it tells its own story. Rainer Metzger, the artist of this vase, says: "I don't think it's a good idea to scrutinise it too much."
His goal? To leave room for your own thoughts and feelings. What do you discover in this work? 💭✨
You can find more photos of this special vase on our profile. And if you want to experience it up close: You can marvel at it and many other works by Frauenau artists until 6 January. We look forward to seeing you!
1TP5Glass museum 1TP5Glass art #frauenau #museum #glasmuseumfrauenau #bayerischerwald #museum education #glass history #glass craftsmanship
