Discover Molln: Jew's Harp, Steyr Gorge and Culture

Molln combines impressive natural scenery with a distinctive cultural history. Highlights include Jew's harp production, the Steyr Gorge with its striking conglomerate walls, and several places where the region's past can be experienced first-hand. Anyone looking for a holiday apartment or holiday home in Molln can therefore shape their trip around their own interests: with nature experiences along the Steyr, visits to historic sites, or insights into traditional crafts and ways of life handed down through the generations.

Jew's Harp and Regional History

The production of the Molln Jew's harp was recognized as intangible cultural heritage by the Austrian Commission for UNESCO in 2014. This tradition is not merely a term from local history; it can also be seen in a striking landmark: the monument bears the name “World's Largest Jew's Harp – Maultrommel Monument – Wimmer-Bades”.

The Wilderer Museum Molln provides further insight into the historical context. It presents the history of poaching from the Middle Ages to the present day and explores the events of the Molln poaching tragedy. At the same time, the museum combines exhibitions on woodworking and ironworking with the tradition of Jew's harp production in Molln. This creates a varied way to engage with the town's craft and social history. When planning your day, you can make the museum visit a cultural highlight and add further experiences at your own pace.

Steyr Gorge and the Rinnende Mauer

The Rinnende-Mauer Gorge Trail runs through the Steyr Gorge nature reserve along the Steyr River. The trail follows close to the river and passes beneath often overhanging conglomerate walls. At the Rinnende Mauer, a seepage spring forms a fine curtain of water over a length of around 50 meters. The conglomerate walls on the steep drop-off of the Steyr are an impressive geomorphological feature of the Alpine region.

This landscape offers a clear contrast to the museums and cultural sites in Molln. The gorge trail appeals to travelers who want to experience a particular landscape, while the museums and historic sites give the stay a cultural and historical focus.

Frauenstein and Traces of the Past

The Frauenstein pilgrimage church stands on a 502-meter-high hill on the other side of the Steyr Gorge. It is particularly known for a Madonna of the Protective Cloak attributed to Gregor Erhart. The church is also home to one of Upper Austria's most significant cultural treasures, which dates back to Maximilian I. Admission is free during opening hours; voluntary donations are welcome.

Another historical perspective can be found in the Bodinggraben near Molln. There, visitors can follow in the footsteps of former miners and lumberjacks. This makes it possible to discover different forms of regional history during one stay: religious art in Frauenstein, working life in the Bodinggraben, and craft traditions associated with the Jew's harp.

Guidance for Finding Your Accommodation

Accommodation in Molln is particularly well suited to an itinerary that combines several cultural and natural themes rather than focusing on just one destination. When choosing your holiday apartment, consider which experiences matter most to your travel group: a visit to the Wilderer Museum, the tradition of Jew's harp making, the Steyr Gorge, or the Frauenstein pilgrimage church. For further orientation, you will also find Hinterstoder, Schweizersberg, Etzelsdorf, Rossleithen, Grünburg, Steyrling, Obergrünburg and Klaus An Der Pyhrnbahn.

For the broader travel overview: Kirchdorf An Der Krems.