Lebzelterei Pirker: Experience traditional craftsmanship up close
The Lebzelterei Pirker is one of the most famous attractions in Mariazell and represents the centuries-old art of gingerbread making. Visitors can erLebzelterei Pirker Experience the production of the famous Mariazell honey gingerbread up close and discover the traditional craftsmanship.
Short info:
- Where is it located? Wiener Straße 9, 8630 Mariazell, Styria
- When can you visit the Lebzelterei? you can find them below
- Is registration necessary? No, you can visit without prior registration. Here are all information.
- How long does the tour last? Depending on interest, about 1 hour
- How much does the entrance fee cost? Adults 8 €, children (6–14 years) 4 €
- Are there tastings? No, but you get gingerbread with the entrance fee
- When is it open? You can find all times below
The erLebzelterei: A look behind the scenes
The Pirker gingerbread factory offers insights into the entire gingerbread production process on over 3,500 square meters. Along a glass visitor walkway, guests can watch how the honey dough is kneaded, rolled out and shaped. The filling, topping and decorating of the gingerbread is also demonstrated on site.
Particular attention is paid to the use of high-quality ingredients such as local honey, spices and nuts. This quality standard is what makes Mariazell gingerbread so unique and popular.
Along the way there are boards with puzzles, which make it entertaining for children too.
History of the Lebzelterei Pirker
The Pirker gingerbread factory looks back on a history spanning over 170 years and is now run by the fourth generation. Originally founded as a small gingerbread factory, Pirker has developed into the flagship of the region and now exports its products to many countries around the world.
Special highlights of the tour
- Glass visitor corridor: Experience gingerbread making up close and learn exciting details about the individual work steps.
- Experience craftsmanship: In addition to gingerbread making, Pirker also demonstrates the traditional art of wax making and mead making.
shopping locally
After the tour, the gingerbread shop invites you to purchase the specialties of the Pirker gingerbread shop. In addition to the famous honey gingerbread, there is also mead, liqueurs, wax candles and many other products - perfect as a souvenir or gift.
opening hours
From May to October
Monday to Saturday
continuously from 10:00 to 14:00 (last admission)
rest days
Sunday and public holidays
From November to the Mariazell Advent
Tuesday to Saturday
continuously from 10:00 to 14:00 (last admission)
rest days
Sunday and Monday
December Mariazell Advent
Wednesday to Sunday
continuously from 10:00 to 15:00 (last admission)
rest days
Monday and Tuesday
After the Mariazell Advent, our tours will open again in May.
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| day | opening hours |
|---|---|
| Wednesday | 10:00 – 15:00 |
| Thursday | 10:00 – 15:00 |
| Friday | 10:00 – 15:00 |
| Saturday | 10:00 – 15:00 |
| Sunday | 10:00 – 15:00 |
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