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© Grave Cross Museum

Grabkreuzmuseum der Kunstschmiede Bergmeister (Grave cross museum of the Bergmeister art forge)

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Only by appointment
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August-Birkmaier-Weg 4
85560 Ebersberg
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A collection of around 500 forged grave crosses, from the 16th century to the present day, can be viewed in the former workshops of an art smithy. The visitor gets an overview of the symbolism as well as the craftsmanship and stylistic features of the respective epochs.

Last edited on 28.03.2025

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Ausstellungsraum im Grabkreuzmuseum (opens enlarged image)
© Elisabeth Röckl-Larasser
Ausstellungsraum im Grabkreuzmuseum (opens enlarged image)
© Elisabeth Röckl-Larasser
Ausstellungsraum im Grabkreuzmuseum (opens enlarged image)
© Elisabeth Röckl-Larasser

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