Fuggereimuseum, Augsburg

Name: Fuggereimuseum
Address: Augsburg, Germany

#54 among attractions in Augsburg

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Facts and practical information

The Fuggereimuseum deals with the history of the Augsburg Fuggerei. It was founded in 1957 and is located at Mittleren Gasse 13 and 14. In addition to a permanent exhibition, it houses a historic museum apartment showing life and living in the Fuggerei at the time of the early 19th century, as well as a modern show apartment. Attached to the museum since 2008 is also a World War II bunker.

A visit to the museum is included in the entrance fee to the Fuggerei.

Alternative names: Coordinates: 48°22'7"N, 10°54'16"E

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Innenstadt (Jakobervorstadt-Süd)Augsburg Germany

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Day trips

Fuggereimuseum – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Fuggerei, City Hall, Perlachturm, Schaezlerpalais.

~400 ftNW
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~1960 ftW
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~1270 ftSE
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Fuggereimuseum?

Nearby attractions include Fuggerei, Augsburg (2 min walk), Jakobsbrunnen, Augsburg (3 min walk), Vogeltor, Augsburg (5 min walk), Kulturhaus Kresslesmühle, Augsburg (6 min walk).

How to get to Fuggereimuseum by public transport?

The nearest stations to Fuggereimuseum:

Tram

Fuggerei • Lines: 1 (3 min walk)
Barfüßerbrücke • Lines: 1 (5 min walk)

Bus

Barfüßerbrücke • Lines: 35 (4 min walk)
Pilgerhausstraße • Lines: 35, 44 (6 min walk)

Train

Augsburg Hauptbahnhof (23 min walk)
Augsburg Haunstetterstraße (24 min walk)