Diözesanmuseum St. Afra, Augsburg

Name: Diözesanmuseum St. Afra
Address: Kornhausgasse 3, Augsburg, 86152, Germany
Telephone: +49 821 31668833

#44 among attractions in Augsburg

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The Diocesan Museum of St. Afra is the central museum of the Diocese of Augsburg and is located in Augsburg's cathedral district directly behind the cathedral.

The opening took place in 2000, since then the Diocesan Museum presents sacred art from 17 centuries. Nestled between the Gothic cathedral cloister, the Romanesque chapter house of the old cathedral monastery and the remains of the Carolingian cathedral, the museum welcomes visitors with a modern facade.

Coordinates: 48°22'23"N, 10°53'45"E

Address

Kornhausgasse 3Innenstadt (Innenstadt - St. Ulrich-Dom)Augsburg 86152 Germany

Contact

+49 821 31668833

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Diözesanmuseum St. Afra open?

Diözesanmuseum St. Afra is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday 10 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 5 pm
Thursday 10 am - 5 pm
Friday 10 am - 5 pm
Saturday 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday 12 pm - 6 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Diözesanmuseum St. Afra?

Nearby attractions include Augsburg Cathedral, Augsburg (2 min walk), Burggrafenturm, Augsburg (3 min walk), Mozarthaus, Augsburg (5 min walk), Naturmuseum, Augsburg (6 min walk).

How to get to Diözesanmuseum St. Afra by public transport?

The nearest stations to Diözesanmuseum St. Afra:

Tram

Mozarthaus/Kolping • Lines: 2 (3 min walk)
Dom/Stadtwerke • Lines: 2 (4 min walk)

Bus

Mozarthaus/Kolping • Lines: 91, 95 (3 min walk)
Dom/Stadtwerke • Lines: 91, 95 (4 min walk)

Train

Augsburg Hauptbahnhof (18 min walk)
Augsburg-Oberhausen (31 min walk)