Culture & a zest for life in the Quellenviertel
Experience the culture. Meet people. And celebrate life.
In the Quellenviertel, life rarely takes centre stage. It’s more likely to be found in the pub round the corner, at an open-air music evening, or somewhere between a local fair, cultural delights and a good chat at the regulars’ table. There, people laugh, dance, discuss and raise a glass – sometimes loudly, sometimes quietly. But always genuinely.
Amidst tradition and fresh ideas, a zest for life emerges here that cannot be planned. It simply happens. In narrow alleyways, at fairgrounds, at concerts, markets and encounters that last longer than expected.
Join in, listen in or simply mingle with the crowd.
The main thing is: be right in the thick of it.
Right in the thick of it, rather than just watching from the sidelines.
Stroll through old alleyways.
Discover stories at concerts, festivals and guided tours.
In the Quellenviertel, there’s more to culture than just looking.
It’s there to be experienced.
A zest for life that’s infectious.
Sometimes loud, sometimes quiet – but always genuine.
More cultural experiences in the Quellenviertel
Amidst ancient walls, hidden courtyards and imposing towers, the Quellenviertel is home to historic landmarks brimming with stories.
In the Quellenviertel, monasteries, churches and chapels tell of moments of tranquillity, a living faith and centuries of history.
Ancient customs, living traditions and special festivals make the Quellenviertel a colourful, lively and distinctive neighbourhood.
Combining stories, scenery and little discoveries, cultural trails blend physical activity with the true spirit of the region.
Where ‘curtain up and lights on’ means experiencing music, cabaret and cultural moments that linger in the memory long afterwards.
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The Quellenviertel is as colourful as life itself, so there’s always plenty to discover and experience. Here are a few suggestions for you.
Frequently Asked Questions
In the Quellenviertel, culture is not just about theatres, concert halls or museums. It is embedded in customs, songs, old stories, festivals, churches, castles, village squares and encounters. Here, culture is not merely something to be observed. It is lived.
In the Quellenviertel, people don’t just watch – they also act, sing, laugh and make music. Major cultural events include the Bad Schallerbach International Music Summer, the ‘Woodstock of Brass Music ’ and the Braunau Theatre Summer.
The Bad Schallerbach International Music Summer brings concerts, cabaret, satire and literature to the stage all year round. Thanks to the diversity of its programme and its artistic quality, it has been one of Upper Austria’s leading cultural events for many years.
Things really get going at the ‘Woodstock of Brass Music ’: on ten stages, brass music is celebrated in all its forms – from traditional to modern, from Oberkrainer to urban brass, from folk music to brass pop. A festival that shows: brass music is capable of so much more than people sometimes give it credit for.
The Braunau Theatre Summer stands for theatre with passion. In Braunau, this has grown into a small but excellent festival that appeals to theatre fans, music lovers and families alike. Culture, quite simply – accessible, vibrant and full of heart.
Yes. Spa concerts, readings, exhibitions, church concerts, small events and guided walks show that culture in the Quellenviertel is often accessible. No fuss. Just go along, listen, look and take it all in.
Franz Xaver Gruber, the composer of ‘Silent Night’, the world’s most famous Christmas carol, left his mark on Hochburg-Ach. The Franz Xaver Gruber Memorial House brings his life and work to life. This place takes on a particularly atmospheric feel during Advent.
The Quellenviertel is home to numerous museums and cultural venues, including the Innviertler Volkskundehaus museum in Ried, the Franz Xaver Gruber Memorial House in Hochburg-Ach, the Wallern Local History Museum, and the Provincial Beekeeping Museum and Wagner Museum at Tollet Castle. The ÖGEG Railway and Mining Museum, with its heritage railway in Ampflwang in the Hausruckwald, is also well worth a visit.
Here, a zest for life means: sitting together, listening, making music, celebrating, laughing, joining in the conversation, and staying curious. Not loud at any cost. Rather, honest, warm-hearted and with a touch of humour. Sometimes grumpy. But never dull.
For everyone who doesn’t just want to consume, but to immerse themselves. For music lovers, history buffs, families, fans of local traditions, walkers, pilgrims and people who enjoy genuine encounters. In the Quellenviertel, culture doesn’t have to be flawless. It’s allowed to breathe.