When does the musical tour take place?

The tour takes place on Saturday, October 17, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM.

Where does the tour start?

The meeting point is the Welte Lounge in the Augustinermuseum at Augustinerplatz in Freiburg.

What is the cost of the event ticket?

The event ticket costs 2.50 euros. Additionally, museum admission of 12 euros is required, reduced price 8 euros.

What topics does the tour cover?

The focus is on the Freiburg company M. Welte & Söhne, self-playing mechanical musical instruments, and the Welte-Mignon reproducing piano developed in 1905.

Is there a musical performance?

Yes. A musical performance rounds off the company's history and technical explanations.

Is the Augustinermuseum accessible?

The Augustinermuseum is accessible and has wheelchair access via the elevator and a wheelchair-accessible restroom.

Discover Freiburg's Sound History: Experience the World of Welte at the Augustinermuseum

Name: Musical Tour: The World of Welte
Start: 2026-10-17T11:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-10-17T12:00:00+02:00
Location: Augustinermuseum

When technology writes history and music comes to life

At the Augustinermuseum Freiburg, the musical tour The World of Welte takes you into the fascinating history of sound and invention of the Freiburg company M. Welte & Söhne. On Saturday, October 17, 2026, in-depth expertise about historical musical instruments is combined with a musical performance in the Welte Lounge.

Freiburg's Industrial History to Hear

At the center is a company that made international music history with self-playing mechanical musical instruments. Flute clocks, orchestrions, and organs illustrate how closely craftsmanship, technical innovation, and musical performance were interconnected.

The Welte-Mignon Reproducing Piano

A special highlight is the Welte-Mignon reproducing piano developed in 1905. The tour explains the company's history and the technical connections surrounding this groundbreaking instrument. Cultural heritage is not only observed but experienced as part of a vibrant history of the city of Freiburg.

Musical Performance in the Welte Lounge

A musical performance rounds off the one-hour city tour. Between historical instruments and atmospheric museum architecture, an immediate discovery experience is created for all who are interested in music history, mechanics, regional industrial culture, and unique attractions in Freiburg.

Conclusion: Discover Freiburg's Sound History

The musical tour offers a compact cultural enrichment with local history, technical insights, and live music experiences. Those who wish to get to know the Augustinermuseum from an unusual, sonorous perspective will find the ideal starting point in the Welte Lounge. Secure your event ticket and experience the world of Welte on-site.