Kaiserjäger Museum

The Kaiserjäger Museum (museum of the Tyrolean Imperial Infantry) opened in 1880 in the old Schützenhaus (shooting range), which had been adapted for museum purposes. With the choice of this location as the "scene of the glorious freedom struggles of the Tyrolean defenders", as stated in the deed of foundation, the cultivation of traditions of the special Kaiserjäger soldiers deliberately dates back to the time of 1809. Tyrol’s military history in the 19th and 20th centuries thus appears as a direct continuation of the drama on Bergisel.

The Tyrolean Kaiserjäger Museum remains a "museum in a museum" largely untouched in its existence. It is being modernized with care and shall retain all the charm of a historic collection.

The regimental museum of the Tyrolean Kaiserjäger reflects the development of the old Austrian army and the "Jäger" troupe in the 19th century from the view of the military unit. Themes such as military life and operations as well as outstanding personalities are addressed. bombardement.

Two floors of the museum are dedicated to the actions of the Kaiserjäger in World War I.

For current visiting hours, please visit the website of the museum.

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• Text: Kaiserjäger Museum
• Photos: Merlijn van Eijk