Egg Museum

The Egg Museum stands in Egg, a village in Vorarlberg, Austria. It is the oldest regional museum in the state, first opened in 1904 and reopened in 1988. The museum focuses on the Bregenz Forest region, with displays of traditional clothing, ceramics, weapons and gifts. A model Bregenz Forest house shows how people once lived there. One section marks the centenary of the Wälderbähnle railway.

The collection also covers agriculture, customs and local culture. Each year the museum holds two special exhibitions, such as one on the Bregenz Forest during the First World War in 2014. Another exhibition in 2019 celebrated FM Felder, a local figure. These temporary shows add variety to the permanent displays.

Visitors find a compact but rich display of regional history. The model house gives a clear picture of past living conditions. Weapons, ceramics and gifts show daily life and traditions. The special exhibitions change every year, offering new insights. The museum’s small size makes it easy to explore in an hour or two.