Museum der Moderne Salzburg: Contemporary art above the rooftops of the city
The Museum of Modern Art in Salzburg is perched high above the old town on the Mönchsberg and impresses with a diverse program of international and contemporary art. The modern architecture of the building forms a fascinating contrast to Salzburg's historic backdrop, while the exhibitions stimulate thought and open up new perspectives. The spacious terrace offers a breathtaking view of the city and the surrounding mountains - a highlight for art and architecture enthusiasts.
Short info:
- What is the Museum of Modern Art? The Museum der Moderne is a renowned art institution in Salzburg, which is dedicated to contemporary art.
- Where is it located? The Museum of Modern Art is located on the Mönchsberg, Mönchsberg 32
5020 Salzburg - What is there to see there? The museum houses a collection of over 7,000 works by international artists from the 20th and 21st centuries.
- How much does the entrance fee cost? Here you will find all prices. Free admission with the Salzburg Card and others.
- When is it open? Tue+ Thu-Sun 10:00h – 18:00h, Wed 10:00h – 20:00h, Monday closed. Here you can find all times.
- How much time should I plan for? About 1 hour, art lovers more.
How do you get to the Museum of Modern Art?
The fastest way is with the Mönchsberg elevator at the entrance to Anton-Neumayr-Platz, right next to the House of Nature.
With the Salzburg Card The ride is free. There is also a parking garage there, or you can travel by public transport with buses no. 1, 8, 10, 22, 23 and 27.
On foot: About the staircase in the Toscaninihof (near the Festspielhaus) you can reach the Mönchsberg and the Museum der Moderne Salzburg in about 15 minutes.
Art with a View
You have to say it like it is. For us, the absolute highlight was actually the view from the observation deck, from which you can enjoy a breathtaking view of the city Salzburg and enjoy the surrounding mountains. Many visitors don't even go into the museum, but go there because of the view of the mountain. The museum was accordingly empty. You can visit the terrace for free.
The history and architecture
The Museum der Moderne is not only known for its art, but also for its modern architecture. The museum opened in 2004 and is considered by many to be a masterpiece of contemporary architecture. To be honest, for us it is a cold concrete block.
Museum der Moderne Salzburg: A world-class collection
Modern art is a matter of taste, like so many things. Unfortunately, we have to admit that we are not big fans of it and that is why the museum did not particularly appeal to us. We were back on the terrace relatively quickly.
Nevertheless, the Museum der Moderne Salzburg has an extensive collection of works of art from the 19th, 20th and 21st centuries. The collection includes around 55,000 works, including paintings, sculptures, photographs, videos and installations.
A focus on graphics and photography
The museum's collection has its origins in the graphic arts collection of the state of Salzburg. This was founded in 1975 and today comprises around 31,000 works on paper. Since 1996, the museum has also managed the federal government's photography collection, which comprises around 12,000 titles.
The Generali Foundation Collection
Another important part of the collection is the Generali Foundation Collection. This was entrusted to the museum in 2014 and includes around 2,100 works by international artists. The collection focuses on conceptual and media art.
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