The Aschenbrenner Porcelain and Doll Museum in Garmisch cannot be missed, with two floors of fine porcelain and beautiful dolls on display.
If you are not planning to leave the ski resort during your vacation, take the kids here when you're not skiing — 300 square metres of fun await! The entrance to Aschenbrenner is designed to look like a real long-distance train compartment. Walking through it is like stepping back in time, from the 21st century to centuries past.
The museum is housed in a modern building and frequently hosts exhibitions and various cultural events. On the ground floor you can enjoy a collection of incredible porcelain pieces accompanied by classical music.
Centuries ago, porcelain was known as 'white gold'. At that time, this fine material was indeed quite valuable. The museum's collection includes many pieces by famous masters of the past, such as JJ Kandler and JP Melchior.
The porcelain exhibition documents the fascinating history of porcelain and its use as a political tool. Film, photographs and a workshop provide an insight into the famous Meissen manufactory. Harlequins, elegant ladies and gentle pastoral scenes tell us about the Rococo world.
Experience gallant culture with all your senses — aromas, music and poetry take you back to the 18th century. The highlight of the porcelain collection is the Meissen Pug. You can read more about its history here.
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By the way, visitors with children shouldn't expect to be greeted by the spirit of stiff eighteenth-century elegance at the museum. The Aschenbrenner has a childlike, relaxed atmosphere that makes even the youngest visitors feel at home.
The floor dedicated to dolls is always full of girls of all ages. Here, young princesses learn about the history of the creation of these amazing and adorable toys by looking at the entire evolutionary series of exhibits: from the first simple papier-mâché dolls to the modern Barbies with their incredible outfits and accessories.
There are also some very rare toys in original outfits with handmade accessories. In total, no less than 200 toys "live" on the second doll's floor.
The Aschenbrenner even has its own playground, which is not only full of toys but also books. This is where your child can take a break from all the emotions aroused by the rich collections of the Porcelain and Doll Museum.
