--- title: Municipial Theater Grein url: "https://www.donauregion.at/en/oesterreich-poi/detail/401582/municipial-theater-grein.html" description: "Theater - Architecture - ArtThe Historic City Theater of Grein (1791) is Austria’s oldest surviving civic theater and part of the European Route of Historic Theaters, boasting a vibrant theatrical tradition dating back to 1791—a cultural and historical gem. There are many unique features to see:" date: 2021-10-08 modified: 2026-03-05 --- # Municipial Theater Grein Municipial Theater Grein ========================== Grein, Oberösterreich, Österreich ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/205465/4C677BACBEB61A82369C88C7FAC4C0921072BC5491D076DCFAAC19293E7E9D3D/theatersaal.jpg) ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/196950/9B511C1C2D078068751EA691A50A170A2CBF9D44F744286640DBA9FCE5C7B6E3/tourismusbuero-im-alten-rathaus.jpg) ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/205466/ADCDEBEFA7E440231E0D82CF103A5BCDF9D794C4B7B4EE8454F5C41D612E80F2/zuschauerraum.jpg) © Open copyright © b2Grafik-Bruno Brandstetter Close copyright [ ![The historic Grein Municipal Theatre (1791) in Grein: A sumptuously furnished hall with carved wood panelling, decorative paintings on the walls and a lavish, painted ceiling. The arrangement of wooden benches with numbers suggests a venue such as a theatre or opera.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/205465/4C677BACBEB61A82369C88C7FAC4C0921072BC5491D076DCFAAC19293E7E9D3D/theatersaal.jpg "© b2Grafik-Bruno Brandstetter") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/205465/4C677BACBEB61A82369C88C7FAC4C0921072BC5491D076DCFAAC19293E7E9D3D/theatersaal.jpg) © Open copyright © Karin Holzweber, Karin Holzweber Close copyright [ ![Grein Tourism Association in Grein: A multi-storey building with traditional architecture and a roof tower is at the centre of the picture. Red flowers adorn the forecourt, in which there is a fountain. Next to it are other buildings with light-coloured facades. The sky is cloudy, but the weather is sunny.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/196950/9B511C1C2D078068751EA691A50A170A2CBF9D44F744286640DBA9FCE5C7B6E3/tourismusbuero-im-alten-rathaus.jpg "© Karin Holzweber, Karin Holzweber") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/196950/9B511C1C2D078068751EA691A50A170A2CBF9D44F744286640DBA9FCE5C7B6E3/tourismusbuero-im-alten-rathaus.jpg) © Open copyright © Bruno Brandstetter - b2 Grafik Close copyright [ ![The historic Grein Municipal Theatre (1791) in Grein: A magnificently decorated interior with rows of wooden seats and a richly ornamented vault. The room looks like a historical venue or a church.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/205466/ADCDEBEFA7E440231E0D82CF103A5BCDF9D794C4B7B4EE8454F5C41D612E80F2/zuschauerraum.jpg "© Bruno Brandstetter - b2 Grafik") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/205466/ADCDEBEFA7E440231E0D82CF103A5BCDF9D794C4B7B4EE8454F5C41D612E80F2/zuschauerraum.jpg) © Open copyright © Bruno Brandstetter - b2 Grafik Close copyright [ ![The historic Grein Municipal Theatre (1791) in Grein: A historic building with a church tower and a large entrance portal that is illuminated at night. Several windows are illuminated, indicating an active theatre. In front of the building is a square with cobblestones.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/205467/4256E6115992029D5A132274F1258D980B7E39DA564640A6042CDF6CA9F24A55/aussenansicht-abend.jpg "© Bruno Brandstetter - b2 Grafik") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/205467/4256E6115992029D5A132274F1258D980B7E39DA564640A6042CDF6CA9F24A55/aussenansicht-abend.jpg) © Open copyright © b2Grafik-Bruno Brandstetter Close copyright [ ![The historic Grein Municipal Theatre (1791) in Grein: A collection of different traditional folding fans with detailed decorations and patterns lies on a table. The fans have different colours and designs, indicating their diversity and individuality. Overall, the arrangement of the fans conveys an impression of aesthetics and craftsmanship.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/205468/6AC622E0E8D3D91400B8860A86E34B115437F437A031942C8E0100262998C7F9/faecher.jpg "© b2Grafik-Bruno Brandstetter") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/205468/6AC622E0E8D3D91400B8860A86E34B115437F437A031942C8E0100262998C7F9/faecher.jpg) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Stadtplatz 7 4360 Grein [ open in Google Maps ](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Stadtplatz%207%20%2C%204360%20Grein "Link will open in a new window") [ Open in Apple Maps ](https://maps.apple.com/place?address=Stadtplatz%207%20%2C%204360%20Grein "Link will open in a new window") ![](https://static.ecmaps.de/staticmap.jpg?experience=webarchitektur-meta&lat=48.227385119519838&lon=14.854814529408038&width=991&height=450&project=ttg-osm-summer-original&zoom=2000&server=meta.tourdata.at) **Theater - Architecture - Art** The Historic City Theater of Grein (1791) is Austria’s oldest surviving civic theater and part of the European Route of Historic Theaters, boasting a vibrant theatrical tradition dating back to 1791—a cultural and historical gem. There are many unique features to see: Original box seats; a restroom separated from the auditorium only by a curtain; the Napoleon Box; and much more. In the newly redesigned City Museum, you can learn more about the city’s eventful history and the theater’s history from its beginnings to the present day. The City Theater hosts performances every year from March through December. Guided tours are available year-round by appointment. #### Programs for School Groups In addition to our “classic”—a guided tour of the Historic City Theater, suitable for students ages 6 and up and tailored to each age group—we now offer a new and exciting format: the special theater tour “All About Theater.” You can find all the information here: [www.stadttheater-grein.at/deu/führungen/angebote-für-schüler](https://www.stadttheater-grein.at/deu/f%C3%BChrungen/angebote-f%C3%BCr-sch%C3%BCler/) [ Contact ](#ttgCollapseKontakt) ---------------------------------- **Municipial Theater Grein** Stadtplatz 7 4360 Grein Phone +43 7268 7055Show no. Fax machine +43 7268 7055 - 20 E-Mail [info.grein@oberoesterreich.at](#mailto) Web [www.stadttheater-grein.at](http://www.stadttheater-grein.at "New window") http://www.stadttheater-grein.at --- **Contact person** Mrs Christina Taubenschmid Direktion Stadttheater Grein & Stadtmuseum Phone +43 7268 7730Show no. E-Mail [taubenschmid@grein.ooev.gv.at](#mailto) --- **We speak the following languages** German English [ Opening hours ](#ttgCollapseOeffnungszeiten) ------------------------------------------------ May 1 through September 30 Monday to Wednesday: 09:00 - 12:00 and 15:00 - 18:00 Thursday to Saturday: 10:00 - 12:00 and 15:00 - 18:00 Sunday/holiday closed Outside these opening hours, guided tours are possible at any time by appointment. **Closing day**- Sunday - holiday [ Arrival ](#ttgCollapseAnreise) ---------------------------------- [ Equipment ](#ttgCollapseAusstattung) ---------------------------------------- - Toilet facility **Service**- Shop - Guided tour [ Prices ](#ttgCollapsePreise) -------------------------------- **General price information****General pricing information for the guided tour at the Grein City Theater:** Adults (flat rate of €80.00 for groups of fewer than 12 people): €7.00 Schoolchildren, college students: €4.00 **GUIDED TOURS OF THE DANUBE TOWN OF GREIN:** Please visit **** for more information **Discounts (Age-related / Groups)**- Student groups with school class - Groups **Discounts (Memberships)**- DONAU.Erlebnis Card The DONAU.Erlebnis Card is valid in this business. More information available at [www.donaucard.info](http://www.donaucard.info) -50% discount on your admission only Thursdays [ Suitability ](#ttgCollapseEignung) -------------------------------------- - All weather - Suitable for groups - Suitable for schools - Suitable for teenagers - Suitable for seniors - Suitable for single travelers - Suitable for families - Suitable for friends - Suitable for couples **Season**- Spring - Summer - Autumn [ Accessibility ](#ttgCollapseBarrierefreiheit) ------------------------------------------------- Completely suitable for wheelchairs. The object complies with the legally stipulated ÖNORM. **other information**- handicapped accessible lift - lift size (cabin width > 110cm, depth >140cm - lift door width minimum 80 cm - The elevator touch panel is at 85 cm height - Step-free and barrier-free entrance to the building - Toilet facility for disabled people [To the website](http://www.stadttheater-grein.at "New window") powered by [TOURDATA](https://www.tourdata.at "New window") [Suggest a change](#mailto) [ ![TOURDATA Logo](https://www.donauregion.at/fileadmin/templates/global/images/Logo-Tourdata.png "TOURDATA Logo") ](https://www.tourdata.at "New window")