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Bach House and its collection

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The Bach House in Eisenach, Germany, is a significant site for music enthusiasts and history buffs alike. This 15th-century manor-style house-museum is where the renowned composer Johann Sebastian Bach was born and spent part of his childhood. Visitors can step back in time and explore the environment that nurtured one of the world's greatest composers.

The Bach House as a Museum

The Bach House has been a museum dedicated to Johann Sebastian Bach since May 27, 1907. It offers a comprehensive insight into the life and works of the composer. The museum showcases everything related to Bach and his life's work, making it a fascinating destination for those interested in music history.

Collection at the Bach House Museum

The Bach House museum houses a significant collection of items related to Bach and his era. This includes original furniture, decorations, objects, clothing, collections, documents, scores, original baroque musical instruments, statues, portraits, drawings, engravings, Bach's theological library, and a library of over 5000 volumes on Bach and his contemporaries, and on the history of music in general. This extensive collection provides a comprehensive view of Bach's life and the musical era in which he lived.

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Bach House
Frauenplan 21
99817 Eisenach

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Opening hours

Monday
10:00 – 18:00
Tuesday
10:00 – 18:00
Wednesday
10:00 – 18:00
Thursday
10:00 – 18:00
Friday
10:00 – 18:00
Saturday
10:00 – 18:00
Sunday
10:00 – 18:00

Guided tours can also be booked outside opening times.

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Admission

0 – 5Free
Adults€14.00
Family (parents with school children)€32.00
Groups of 10 or more, severely disabled€12.00
Pupils€8.50
Social welfare€8.50
Students€8.50
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Facilities

Wheelchair accessible

Location & Map

Frauenplan 21, Eisenach

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Exhibitions

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Bach House Reviews

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  • Apollo's Insights AI-Generated

    The Bach House in Eisenach, Germany, offers visitors an insightful look into the life and works of Johann Sebastian Bach. Located in the composer's birthplace, this museum provides a comprehensive experience for music enthusiasts and history buffs alike. The exhibits showcase original instruments, documents, and personal items related to Bach's life and career. Visitors appreciate the well-preserved historical atmosphere and the opportunity to see where the great composer spent his early years. The museum's interactive elements, including regular musical performances on period instruments, add depth to the experience. Some visitors note that the museum is relatively small, which can be seen as both a positive (easy to navigate) and a negative (limited content for the admission price). The staff is generally described as knowledgeable and friendly, enhancing the overall visit. While the museum may not appeal to those with only a casual interest in classical music, it is highly regarded by Bach enthusiasts and those interested in music history.

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    Ellen • 29 Sept 2025

    Fantastisches Erlebnis

    Neben dem klassischen Eintauchen in die alte Zeit mit historischen Möbeln, Instrumenten und Informationen, gibt es die musikalische Vorführung - verbunden mit der Geschichte Bachs. Interessant und anschaulich erklärt mit wunderschönen Musikeinlagen auf verschiedenen Tasten-Instrumenten.

    Wer sich dann die Zeit nimmt, im Neubau den Erklärungen via Bildschirmen und Kopfhörern zu folgen, kann nur zum Bach-Bewunderer werden. Was für ein Genie. Erklärungen über das wohltemperierte Klavier, Fugen, den Kelch der Krebsbrüder oder auch Bach in der Neuzeit (Bach goes to Town v. Benny Goodman; Disney …) lassen auch Nicht-Klassik-Fans beeindruckt zurück!

    Ein Kaffee und ein netter Plausch mit den sehr freundlichen und zuvorkommenden Mitarbeitern rundeten einen wunderschönen Tag ab!

    Wir kommen auf jeden Fall wieder!

    Danke!

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    Visited on 20 Sept 2025

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