📜 Chronological exhibition on over 175 years of Glashütte's watchmaking history, housed in the former German Watchmaking School, founded in 1878. 🔍 Over 500 unique exhibits, including pocket, pendulum, and wristwatches, marine chronometers, tools, multimedia, and historical documents. The museum also features varying special exhibitions.

Why Go

🕰️ Experience the fascinating world of mechanical timekeeping
📚 Explore Glashütte's eventful watch industry history
✨ See over 500 unique timekeeping exhibits and archive documents
🖼️ Discover special exhibitions and family-friendly events
⚙️ Witness public winding of the Astronomical Art Clock

Why Avoid

⚠️ Closed Mondays and Tuesdays
🚫 May be closed for specific periods around year-end

Tips

🗣️ Book guided tours in advance
🔔 Use bell for wheelchair access at side entrance
🐕 Assistance dogs allowed on request
👓 Reading glasses and wheelchairs available for loan.

Cost

💰 Adults 8.50 €, reduced 5.50 €, children under 6 free. Family and group tickets available.

Hours

🕒 Wednesday to Sunday, 10 am – 5 pm. Specific closures in December and January.

🅿️ Parking Street-side parking available, including disabled spaces.

🚌 Bus parking space in front of the entrance on Hauptstraße.

♿ Accessibility Wheelchair accessible building with lift and accessible side entrance.

🚻 Accessible toilets available with hinged hand rails.