--- title: Schmiedleithen open-air museum url: "https://guide.oberoesterreich.at/en/oesterreich-poi/detail/401334/schmiedleithen-open-air-museum.html" description: "SENSE FORGING ENSEMBLE SCHMIEDLEITHEN IN LEONSTEIN - Discover the life of the hammer lords!The \"Austrian Sickle Forging\" was recognized as Intangible Cultural Heritage by the Austrian UNESCO Commission in 2014." date: 2024-04-16 modified: 2024-04-16 --- # Schmiedleithen open-air museum Schmiedleithen open-air museum ================================ Leonstein, Oberösterreich, Österreich ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/205141/D3DF908E280649B042CC8C90EAADF89E4EC7265B760DE269AAF0F483C02B1D48/freilichtmuseum-schmiedleithen-herrengarten.jpg) ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/205142/3D2FAE8EAB9ABFCF91DD3900EDD254FF59A6B405B6553E1CCE8744975E9DB0F9/freilichtmuseum-schmiedleithen-leonstein.jpg) ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/205143/F09AC6572F70352C6DD04A8FF20D08EC61A21BC8DCF3B9EE940348CC49E476DF/freilichtmuseum-schmiedleithen-buero.jpg) © Open copyright © Freilichtmuseum Schmiedleithen Close copyright [ ![Three women in traditional attire are walking through a blooming garden. In the background, a pretty yellow house and a greenhouse can be seen.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/205141/D3DF908E280649B042CC8C90EAADF89E4EC7265B760DE269AAF0F483C02B1D48/freilichtmuseum-schmiedleithen-herrengarten.jpg "© Freilichtmuseum Schmiedleithen") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/205141/D3DF908E280649B042CC8C90EAADF89E4EC7265B760DE269AAF0F483C02B1D48/freilichtmuseum-schmiedleithen-herrengarten.jpg) © Open copyright © Freilichtmuseum Schmiedleithen Close copyright [ ![An idyllic landscape with two buildings, a yellow house and a larger, historical building. In the background, gentle hills and a clear sky can be seen.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/205142/3D2FAE8EAB9ABFCF91DD3900EDD254FF59A6B405B6553E1CCE8744975E9DB0F9/freilichtmuseum-schmiedleithen-leonstein.jpg "© Freilichtmuseum Schmiedleithen") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/205142/3D2FAE8EAB9ABFCF91DD3900EDD254FF59A6B405B6553E1CCE8744975E9DB0F9/freilichtmuseum-schmiedleithen-leonstein.jpg) © Open copyright © Freilichtmuseum Schmiedleithen Close copyright [ ![A historic study with a large wooden writing desk and some old tools. Traditional swords hang on the wall, and the room is furnished in a classic style.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/205143/F09AC6572F70352C6DD04A8FF20D08EC61A21BC8DCF3B9EE940348CC49E476DF/freilichtmuseum-schmiedleithen-buero.jpg "© Freilichtmuseum Schmiedleithen") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/205143/F09AC6572F70352C6DD04A8FF20D08EC61A21BC8DCF3B9EE940348CC49E476DF/freilichtmuseum-schmiedleithen-buero.jpg) © Open copyright © Verbund Oö. Museen Close copyright [ ![A traditional wooden room with a stove, long work tables, and large windows. Some woodworking and tools hang on the walls.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/205144/D22EDA4DFAC1C87403FA65AC3EA8283FCC2C6C482F89BF1465E7E43BACA8072C/innenaufnahme.jpg "© Verbund Oö. Museen") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/205144/D22EDA4DFAC1C87403FA65AC3EA8283FCC2C6C482F89BF1465E7E43BACA8072C/innenaufnahme.jpg) 1. 2. 3. 4. Schmiedleithen 7 4592 Leonstein [ open in Google Maps ](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Schmiedleithen%207%2C%204592%20Leonstein "Link will open in a new window") [ Open in Apple Maps ](https://maps.apple.com/place?address=Schmiedleithen%207%2C%204592%20Leonstein "Link will open in a new window") ![](https://static.ecmaps.de/staticmap.jpg?experience=webarchitektur-meta&lat=47.89404&lon=14.22544&width=991&height=450&project=ttg-basemap&zoom=2000&server=meta.tourdata.at) SENSE FORGING ENSEMBLE SCHMIEDLEITHEN IN LEONSTEIN - Discover the life of the hammer lords! *The "Austrian Sickle Forging" was recognized as Intangible Cultural Heritage by the Austrian UNESCO Commission in 2014.* The Schmiedleithen is a lovingly preserved scythe forge ensemble from a time when the blacksmith hammers roared and the coveted blue scythe brought power and wealth to the hammer lords. Manor houses, factory buildings, servant houses, and gardens still remind us today of the life of the Black Counts of yore. The idyllic EISENSTRASSEN thematic path, branching off from the Steyrtal bike path, leads you to an unexpected jewel. Beautiful manor houses, historical gardens, former blacksmith and servant houses, workshops, and the impressive landscape transport you to another world long thought forgotten – that of the BLACK COUNTS! **Thematic Path "In the Footsteps of the Black Counts":** year-round cycling and hiking path | 2.5 or 4 km (also suitable for strollers) Guided tour of Schmiedleithen 1 hour. **Exhibition "The Last Black Counts":** In the "Kram," scythes were once manufactured for shipment all over the world. Today, an exhibition is dedicated to the life and work of the Zeitlinger family. Available for viewing upon request and reservation. Also, visit our partner establishments, the Knife Museum in Steinbach, Museum in the Village, National Park Center, and Hoisn-Haus in Molln. [ Contact ](#ttgCollapseKontakt) ---------------------------------- **Schmiedleithen open-air museum** Schmiedleithen 7 4592 Leonstein mobile [ +43 650 2206094 ](tel:+436502206094) E-Mail [h.rosenegger@gmx.at](#mailto) Web [www.schmiedleithen.at/](http://www.schmiedleithen.at/ "New window") http://www.schmiedleithen.at/ --- **Contact person** Verein d`Hammerschmied Schmiedleithen 7 4592 Leonstein mobile [ +43 650 2206094 ](tel:+436502206094) E-Mail [h.rosenegger@gmx.at](#mailto) Web [www.schmiedleithen.at/](http://www.schmiedleithen.at/ "New window") --- **We speak the following languages** German [ Opening hours ](#ttgCollapseOeffnungszeiten) ------------------------------------------------ Theme Trail (Bike & Hiking Trail): Year-round Exhibition: May - October, Saturday, Sunday, and public holidays Accompanied hikes on the theme trail, guided tours of the exhibition for groups of 10 or more available at any time with advance registration. Also special tours for children's and student groups. - by arrangement **Closing day**- Monday - Tuesday - Wednesday - Thursday - Friday [ Arrival ](#ttgCollapseAnreise) ---------------------------------- [ Equipment ](#ttgCollapseAusstattung) ---------------------------------------- **Service**- Shop - Guided tour [ Prices ](#ttgCollapsePreise) -------------------------------- **General price information**Exhibition: € 7 per person including guided tour **Payment methods** Cash payment **Discounts (Age-related / Groups)**- Children - Student groups with school class - Students - Seniors - Civil and military servants - Families - Groups **Discounts (Memberships)**- Pyhrn-Priel-Card - Phyrn-Priel seasonal pass [ Suitability ](#ttgCollapseEignung) -------------------------------------- - All weather - Suitable for groups - Suitable for schools - Suitable for seniors - Suitable for single travelers - Suitable for friends - Suitable for couples - Suitable for children **Season**- Spring - Summer - Autumn [ Accessibility ](#ttgCollapseBarrierefreiheit) ------------------------------------------------- Please get in touch for more information. 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