Waldschmidt-Ausstellung

The Waldschmidt-Ausstellung invites you to dive into the fascinating life and work of the folk writer Maximilian Schmidt. Here, you will discover numerous original personal items, photographs, documents, and books from his estate.

Learn more about this famous author, who is known for his approximately 60 folk tales and other writings. His captivating poems and 'Kulturbilder' – cultural depictions – will transport you to the picturesque regions of the Bavarian Forest and Bohemian Forest. Did you know that some of his literary works were even adapted into films? 🎬

An absolute highlight is his role in the origin of Oktoberfest: In 1895, Maximilian Schmidt organized a traditional costume festival that significantly contributed to the development of today's Oktoberfest parades 🍻!