--- title: "Jew’s Harp Manufacturers in Molln - Museum & Show" url: "https://www.hornerakusko.sk/en/oesterreich-poi/detail/402168/jew-s-harp-maker-molln-museum-show-operation.html" description: "Visit the Jew's Harp Manufacturer and discover how this traditional musical instrument, which has been hand-made since the 16th century, is produced." date: 2016-05-12 modified: 2026-03-11 --- # Jew’s Harp Manufacturers in Molln - Museum & Show Jew's harp maker Molln - Museum & show operation ====================================================== Molln, Oberösterreich, Österreich ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/206334/90CDA06CC982C6A09CD494B4329E5FA47DFD82E6EDA18F744B397C74895AC65A/maultrommelwimmerbades.jpg) ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/206335/A0D3E01C7E0D3505A59984553CD34F7D31238B7006141199154F6EB4772DA7EC/maultrommel-schaubetrieb-wimmer-bades-molln.jpg) ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/206336/4794C5BEA3F5B55266C85087283A7C654B5E8784128044EE84A737DB56379FA5/maultrommelmacher.jpg) © Open copyright © 360 Perspektiven GmbH Close copyright [ ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/206333/F38E4F3F7281D919A47F0E8A94661B979FE981BC62D83E540196CAF803E09785/maultrommelbauerpp-aktivcard360perspektivengmbh.jpg "© 360 Perspektiven GmbH") View panorama ](#panoramaId_206333) © Open copyright © Wimmer-Bades Close copyright [ ![A modern sculpture stands in front of a picturesque landscape with mountains in the background. The image also features a banner and information panels.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/206334/90CDA06CC982C6A09CD494B4329E5FA47DFD82E6EDA18F744B397C74895AC65A/maultrommelwimmerbades.jpg "© Wimmer-Bades") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/206334/90CDA06CC982C6A09CD494B4329E5FA47DFD82E6EDA18F744B397C74895AC65A/maultrommelwimmerbades.jpg) © Open copyright © Familie Wimmer Bades Close copyright [ ![A hand is working on a metallic tool on a wooden block. In the background, more tools are visible.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/206335/A0D3E01C7E0D3505A59984553CD34F7D31238B7006141199154F6EB4772DA7EC/maultrommel-schaubetrieb-wimmer-bades-molln.jpg "© Familie Wimmer Bades") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/206335/A0D3E01C7E0D3505A59984553CD34F7D31238B7006141199154F6EB4772DA7EC/maultrommel-schaubetrieb-wimmer-bades-molln.jpg) © Open copyright © Wimmer Close copyright [ ![Three metal clips are lying on a wood-colored block. 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These instruments have been used since the 16th century.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/206338/5C9304D0439B21DECF40A4D22D218D55451C441ADD3F7689F07E6AD5028AE792/maultrommelmacher-molln.jpg "© Maultrommelmacher Molln") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/206338/5C9304D0439B21DECF40A4D22D218D55451C441ADD3F7689F07E6AD5028AE792/maultrommelmacher-molln.jpg) © Open copyright © Maultrommelmacher Molln Close copyright [ ![A man is working on an old machine in a workshop. In the background, several similar machines are visible, creating an industrial atmosphere.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/206339/E9BE7028EDB05C64F7C2B165348C2C3CFEA5523DDB3300A4BBF1ACB4C0D95281/maultrommelmacher-molln.jpg "© Maultrommelmacher Molln") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/206339/E9BE7028EDB05C64F7C2B165348C2C3CFEA5523DDB3300A4BBF1ACB4C0D95281/maultrommelmacher-molln.jpg) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. × © 360 Perspektiven GmbH Im Sperrboden 1 4591 Molln [ open in Google Maps ](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Im%20Sperrboden%201%2C%204591%20Molln "Link will open in a new window") [ Open in Apple Maps ](https://maps.apple.com/place?address=Im%20Sperrboden%201%2C%204591%20Molln "Link will open in a new window") ![](https://static.ecmaps.de/staticmap.jpg?experience=webarchitektur-meta&lat=47.894288&lon=14.2528004&width=991&height=450&project=ttg-basemap&zoom=2000&server=meta.tourdata.at) **Jew's harp Traditional craftsmanship & largest Jew's harp in the world** WIMMER-BADES Jew's Harp Manufactory “We live our craft” – a traditional production site for a special instrument that is known around the world! We are a centuries-old craft business that produces the Jew's harp, which has been in Molln (Upper Austria) since the 16th century. is located. Interesting insights into the creation and history of the production of this legendary instrument from then until today. Many sights & photos from the Wimmer-Bades family business. You will experience, see and hear. An old trade with many old traditions is presented and opened up to today's modern world. The production of the Mollner Jew's harp was recognized as an intangible cultural heritage by the Austrian UNESCO Commission in 2014. Wimmer-Bades Jew's Harps: a traditional craft and family business! We are looking forward to your visit. Requirements: Visits/tours only available with online registration two days in advance! Hint / Advice: Combine a visit to the Jew's harp maker in Molln with a special attraction, the Awareness Trail, which with its stations takes up a trend of our time and invites people to feel, think and sense. by car: A9 Linz - exit Klaus / P. - B138 direction Linz / Steyr, after 500m turn right - B140 direction Molln / Steyr by public transport: take the bus to Kirchdorf/Krems - to bus stop Steinwändt – change bus to Molln Requirements: Visits/tours only available with online registration two days in advance! Hint / Advice: Combine a visit to the Jew's harp maker in Molln with a special attraction, the Awareness Trail, which with its stations takes up a trend of our time and invites people to feel, think and sense. [ Contact ](#ttgCollapseKontakt) ---------------------------------- **Jew's harp maker Molln - Museum & show operation** Im Sperrboden 1 4591 Molln mobile [ +43 676 7498020 ](tel:+436767498020) E-Mail [office@maultrommel.at](#mailto) Web [www.maultrommel.at/](https://www.maultrommel.at/ "New window") [Book now](https://www.urlaubsregion-pyhrn-priel.at/erlebnis-shop/erlebnisse/PYH/568b5665-74ac-464d-8c83-1fad19fdc76b/mautrommelmacher-molln---museum---schaubetrieb "New window") https://www.maultrommel.at/ --- **Contact person** Roland Bades Maultrommelerzeugung Wimmer-Bades Im Sperrboden 1 4591 Molln mobile [ +43 676 7498020 ](tel:+436767498020) E-Mail [office@maultrommel.at](#mailto) Web [www.maultrommel.at/](https://www.maultrommel.at/ "New window") --- **We speak the following languages** German English [ Opening hours ](#ttgCollapseOeffnungszeiten) ------------------------------------------------ May 1 to November 1, 2026 Fridays between 3:00 PM and 5:00 PM Visits/Tours only with online registration two days in advance! - by arrangement - Registration required **Closing day**- Monday - Tuesday - Wednesday - Thursday - Saturday - Sunday [ Arrival ](#ttgCollapseAnreise) ---------------------------------- **Elevation**442 m **Accessibility / arrival**by car: A9 Linz - exit Klaus / P. - B138 direction Linz / Steyr, after 500m turn right - B140 direction Molln / Steyr by public transport: take the bus to Kirchdorf/Krems - to bus stop Steinwändt – change bus to Molln [ Equipment ](#ttgCollapseAusstattung) ---------------------------------------- **Service**- Shop - Guided tour [ Prices ](#ttgCollapsePreise) -------------------------------- **General price information**- Visit/tour only by prior appointment - Admission € 5,- [book a ticket](https://www.urlaubsregion-pyhrn-priel.at/erlebnis-shop/erlebnisse/PYH/568b5665-74ac-464d-8c83-1fad19fdc76b/mautrommelmacher-molln---museum---schaubetrieb "New window") **Payment methods** Cash payment **Discounts (Memberships)**- Pyhrn-Priel-Card Free participation in the guided tours (duration approx. 45 min.), as often as you like - Phyrn-Priel seasonal pass Free participation in the guided tours (duration approx. 45 min.), as often as you like [ Suitability ](#ttgCollapseEignung) -------------------------------------- - All weather - Suitable for groups - Suitable for single travelers - Suitable for friends - Suitable for couples - Suitable for children **Season**- Spring - Summer - Autumn - Winter **Other special suitabilities** Seniors, Families [ Accessibility ](#ttgCollapseBarrierefreiheit) ------------------------------------------------- Please get in touch for more information. 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