--- title: Franz Xaver Gruber Memorial House url: "https://www.quellenviertel.at/en/oesterreich-poi/detail/401710/franz-xaver-gruber-memorial-house.html" description: The village has dedicated the local heritage museum of Hochburg to its most popular native son, the renowned composer Franz Xaver Gruber. date: 2026-06-19 modified: 2026-07-16 --- # Franz Xaver Gruber Memorial House Franz Xaver Gruber Memorial House =================================== Hochburg-Ach, Oberösterreich, Österreich ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/205680/7C3471B4609E7848CDE91565BC755F2298431724DA62B367659232A46870025D/fxg-gedaechtnishaushochburg-achentdeckerviertelms-jpg.jpg) ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/205681/21C6F57E71646BFDCC7A7638440459184257458A5D3532BAF8BE358C6DDC8D7D/f-x-gruber-heimthaus.jpg) ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/205682/20D271A0FF154151C0215C9F83BF6EEAE2B33BC6F9E2768650406E9CE52B4A7F/fxg-gedaechtnishaushochburg-achentdeckerviertelms-jpg.jpg) © Open copyright © Entdeckerviertel/MS Close copyright [ ![Franz-Xaver Gruber, the composer of the world-famous Christmas carol 'Silent Night, Holy Night' was born in Hochburg-Ach on 25 November 1787. The museum dedicated to him in Hochburg is a more than 200-year-old wooden building that is identical in style, form and design to the house where he was born. The furnishings and fittings of the Heimathaus illustrate the former rural living and working environment. On the first floor of the residential wing are exclusive original Gruber memorabilia, such as the loom on which Franz-Xaver Gruber learnt the art of weaving.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/205680/7C3471B4609E7848CDE91565BC755F2298431724DA62B367659232A46870025D/fxg-gedaechtnishaushochburg-achentdeckerviertelms-jpg.jpg "© Entdeckerviertel/MS") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/205680/7C3471B4609E7848CDE91565BC755F2298431724DA62B367659232A46870025D/fxg-gedaechtnishaushochburg-achentdeckerviertelms-jpg.jpg) © Open copyright © Sandy Reindl Close copyright [ ![Franz Xaver Gruber Memorial House in Hochburg-Ach: A traditional, wooden building with a decorated façade, surrounded by a lush, well-tended garden with shrubs, flowers and gravel paths. The architecture and design convey a rural, cosy character.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/205681/21C6F57E71646BFDCC7A7638440459184257458A5D3532BAF8BE358C6DDC8D7D/f-x-gruber-heimthaus.jpg "© Sandy Reindl") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/205681/21C6F57E71646BFDCC7A7638440459184257458A5D3532BAF8BE358C6DDC8D7D/f-x-gruber-heimthaus.jpg) © Open copyright © Maria Spitzwieser? Close copyright [ ![Franz-Xaver Gruber, the composer of the world-famous Christmas carol 'Silent Night, Holy Night' was born in Hochburg-Ach on 25 November 1787. The museum dedicated to him in Hochburg is a more than 200-year-old wooden building that is identical in style, form and design to the house where he was born. The furnishings and fittings of the Heimathaus illustrate the former rural living and working environment. On the first floor of the residential wing are exclusive original Gruber memorabilia, such as the loom on which Franz-Xaver Gruber learnt the art of weaving.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/205682/20D271A0FF154151C0215C9F83BF6EEAE2B33BC6F9E2768650406E9CE52B4A7F/fxg-gedaechtnishaushochburg-achentdeckerviertelms-jpg.jpg "© Maria Spitzwieser?") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/205682/20D271A0FF154151C0215C9F83BF6EEAE2B33BC6F9E2768650406E9CE52B4A7F/fxg-gedaechtnishaushochburg-achentdeckerviertelms-jpg.jpg) © Open copyright © Seelentuim Close copyright [ ![Franz Xaver Gruber memorial house in Hochburg-Ach: an old wooden hut with a rustic interior. Cosy ambience with wooden furniture, chequered curtains and decorative accessories on the walls. There are various carpets and rugs on the floor. Overall, the picture conveys a traditional, traditional character.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/205684/731AE95C0C3FA6922042D8EC53BBA1A665D61EF8FBBB97AD78FA1894B818EA21/f-x-gruber-heimthaus-stube.jpg "© Seelentuim") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/205684/731AE95C0C3FA6922042D8EC53BBA1A665D61EF8FBBB97AD78FA1894B818EA21/f-x-gruber-heimthaus-stube.jpg) © Open copyright © Seelentium Close copyright [ ![Franz Xaver Gruber memorial house in Hochburg-Ach: A rustic, historic bedroom with painted furniture and religious paintings on the walls. A large, antique bed with a chequered bed linen set dominates the room. Other traditional objects such as a jug and a casket can be seen, creating a cosy, authentic atmosphere.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/205683/6676B710B882DAE4AB8B2E98E3D935CAE1E76AC61DDE9ED6FF04A69E0DA72902/f-x-gruber-heimthaus-schlafzimmer.jpg "© Seelentium") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/205683/6676B710B882DAE4AB8B2E98E3D935CAE1E76AC61DDE9ED6FF04A69E0DA72902/f-x-gruber-heimthaus-schlafzimmer.jpg) © Open copyright © FXG Gemeinschaft Close copyright [ ![Franz Xaver Gruber Memorial House in Hochburg-Ach: The picture shows an exhibition focussing on traditional crafts and ways of life. Various tools, materials and objects can be recognised, which are presented on a wooden structure. There are explanatory texts in a different language on the walls. The window in the background offers a view of an idyllic rural setting.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/205685/8146EF2BB45E1438C999498DD68B41CC7B68702D3367E900E05A60576DBF840F/museum-der-x550-webstuhl-von-franz-xaver-gruber.jpg "© FXG Gemeinschaft") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/205685/8146EF2BB45E1438C999498DD68B41CC7B68702D3367E900E05A60576DBF840F/museum-der-1920x-webstuhl-von-franz-xaver-gruber.jpg) © Open copyright © FXG Gemeinschaft Close copyright [ ![Franz Xaver Gruber Memorial House in Hochburg-Ach: A multi-storey building with traditional wooden architecture, surrounded by paintings and drawings depicting various historical buildings. On the table is a detailed model of the building, which exactly replicates the structure and design of the original building.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/205686/0076FEEA35A95711BE3A00178C370EB35AD40A457206E18C08A029D1433B5871/museum-modell-der-steinpointsoelde.jpg "© FXG Gemeinschaft") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/205686/0076FEEA35A95711BE3A00178C370EB35AD40A457206E18C08A029D1433B5871/museum-modell-der-steinpointsoelde.jpg) © Open copyright © FXG Gemeinschaft Close copyright [ ![Franz Xaver Gruber Memorial House in Hochburg-Ach: a room with traditional wood panelling and furniture. Historical paintings and text panels hang on the walls. An old musical instrument stands on a wooden table in the centre of the room. A collection of old, weathered pieces of wood stands next to it. Overall, the room gives the impression of a historical, culturally characterised place.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/205687/2F8F350EA74893166D513ADBF2FF8B59C1E4E64FE8854D9D358C3B2F99885AE9/museum-x550instrument-von-f-x-gruber.jpg "© FXG Gemeinschaft") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/205687/2F8F350EA74893166D513ADBF2FF8B59C1E4E64FE8854D9D358C3B2F99885AE9/museum-1920xinstrument-von-f-x-gruber.jpg) © Open copyright © FXG Gemeinschaft Close copyright [ ![Franz Xaver Gruber memorial house in Hochburg-Ach: A cosy interior with wood panelling on the walls. A wooden ladder leads to a raised level. Various paintings and murals can be seen on the walls. In the foreground are several pieces of wooden furniture, presumably used for storing or displaying objects.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/205688/7F79B6BF5C6F43CFA10D779198D950F85EF51E4DE7212975F8D2B32C171F18A7/museum-alte-schulklasse.jpg "© FXG Gemeinschaft") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/205688/7F79B6BF5C6F43CFA10D779198D950F85EF51E4DE7212975F8D2B32C171F18A7/museum-alte-schulklasse.jpg) © Open copyright © Seelentium Close copyright [ ![Franz Xaver Gruber memorial house in Hochburg-Ach: A wooden hut with a thatched roof stands in the middle of an autumnal landscape. In front of the building are two large, gold-coloured sculptures. Planted beds and flower boxes complete the design. The scene is illuminated in warm colours, creating a cosy atmosphere.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/205690/8398B2694CCC3D467B27295898DDE2A3AC1C6CD892E3860C508BB9533415F7FA/f-x-gruber-heimathaus.jpg "© Seelentium") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/205690/8398B2694CCC3D467B27295898DDE2A3AC1C6CD892E3860C508BB9533415F7FA/f-x-gruber-heimathaus.jpg) © Open copyright © FXG Gemeinschaft Close copyright [ ![Franz Xaver Gruber memorial house in Hochburg-Ach: In the centre of the picture is a painting showing two men. To the left is a bust of a person. In front of it are several panels with text. The surroundings give the impression of a museum or historical context.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/205689/83982C029F0AFCDDB781037BD8684275EC218B35CEF75A70086FA8A193CCE521/museum.jpg "© FXG Gemeinschaft") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/205689/83982C029F0AFCDDB781037BD8684275EC218B35CEF75A70086FA8A193CCE521/museum.jpg) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. Franz-Xaver-Gruber-Str. 44 5122 Hochburg-Ach [ open in Google Maps ](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Franz-Xaver-Gruber-Str.%2044%2C%205122%20Hochburg-Ach "Link will open in a new window") [ Open in Apple Maps ](https://maps.apple.com/place?address=Franz-Xaver-Gruber-Str.%2044%2C%205122%20Hochburg-Ach "Link will open in a new window") ![](https://static.ecmaps.de/staticmap.jpg?experience=webarchitektur-meta&lat=48.13085&lon=12.87906&width=991&height=450&project=ttg-basemap&zoom=2000&server=meta.tourdata.at) The village has dedicated the local heritage museum of Hochburg to its most popular native son, the renowned composer Franz Xaver Gruber. The composer of "Silent Night, Holy Night", the world´s best-loved Christmas carol, was born in the Upper Austrian village of Hochburg-Ach on November 25th, 1787. The house he was born in does no longer exist, however, the village authorities have chosen a 200-year-old wooden building to install a museum documenting the composer's life and providing visitors with an insight into his life and work. The first floor of the residential building hosts a number of original and authentic keepsakes, such as the loom on which Franz-Xaver Gruber was introduced to the secrets of weaving. [ Contact ](#ttgCollapseKontakt) ---------------------------------- **Franz Xaver Gruber Memorial House** Franz-Xaver-Gruber-Str. 44 5122 Hochburg-Ach mobile +43 664 1286019Show no. E-Mail [rudolf.geier@fxgruber.at](#mailto) Web [www.fxgruber.at/](https://www.fxgruber.at/ "New window") https://www.fxgruber.at/ --- **Contact person** Mr Kustos Rudolf Geier Franz-Xaver-Gruber-Str. 44 5122 Hochburg-Ach Phone +43 7727 2247Show no. mobile +43 664 1286019 E-Mail [rudolf.geier@fxgruber.at](#mailto) --- **Legal contact information** Franz Xaver Gruber Gedächtnishaus Franz-Xaver-Gruber-Str. 1 AT-5122 Hochburg-Ach rudolf.geier@fxgruber.at https://www.entdeckerviertel.at/advent/oesterreich-poi/detail/401710/franz-xaver-gruber-gedaechtnishaus.html --- **We speak the following languages** German [ Opening hours ](#ttgCollapseOeffnungszeiten) ------------------------------------------------ Visits and guided tours by prior arrangement only. [ Arrival ](#ttgCollapseAnreise) ---------------------------------- **Accessibility / arrival**SALZBURG: Take the B156 towards Lamprechtshausen. Travel through the towns of Moosdorf and Eggelsberg. At the roundabout in Gundertshausen, take the third exit towards Hochburg-Ach. Drive approx. 10km, then turn left. The Memorial House is located on the left-hand side. BRAUNAU: Take the B148 towards Ranshofen. After approx. 1km, turn right to Untere Hofmark. Drive approx. 17km, then turn left and again immediately right towards Hochburg. In Hochburg, turn left. The Memorial House is located on the left-hand side. 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