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Funeral Museum Vienna

The Viennese preoccupation with death rites finds expression in this unique museum, showcasing such curious items (many resulting from frugality) as the “Flap coffin” of the time of Emperor Joseph II, so named for the flap on its underside, making it reusable.

Tomb lanterns

With around 1000 exhibits, the Vienna Funeral Museum gives a comprehensive overview of funeral customs, burial rites, and the special Viennese perspective on death.

Funeral Museum Vienna

4, Goldeggasse 19
U1: Südtiroler Platz,
tram D: Belvedere,
tram O, 18: Südbahnhof
tel. 501 95-4227
www.bestattungwien.at

Prior arrangements for guided tours by telephone Mon – Fri (on weekdays)

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