Muzeum Broumovska

Muzeum Broumovska (Museum of the Broumov Region) occupies the abbot's wing of the Benedictine monastery right in the center of Broumov, one of the most important historic landmarks in the whole area. It's a compact regional museum, but one packed with objects that trace the story of the town and the surrounding Broumovsko countryside.

What will you see inside?

The permanent exhibition, titled "History of Broumov and the Broumov Region," fills six rooms of the former monastery prelature. Walking through them, visitors follow the area's development from medieval settlement through early modern times to the everyday life of the 19th and 20th centuries — covering crafts, the religious life tied to the monastery, and the daily routines of local townspeople.

The collection includes Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque art, among them a rare 15th-century panel painting of the Crucifixion, considered one of the museum's most valuable pieces. A separate section shows historic weapons and shooting targets once used by the town's marksmen's guilds. The museum also covers regional folk culture, displaying traditional Broumov folk costumes and a collection of Christmas nativity scenes that illustrate holiday customs once kept by families across the region.

How to get there?

The museum sits directly in Broumov's town center, on the first floor of the monastery's abbot's wing, at Klášter 1. It's easy to find — the monastery complex dominates the skyline and is visible from most streets in the old town, with signs pointing the way from the main square. The most convenient way to reach Broumov is by car or bus, since the town lies on the main road connecting the Broumovsko region with the rest of the country, and local bus lines also link it to nearby sights such as the Broumov Rocks and Adršpach.

When to visit?

The museum operates seasonally, from May to September, open Tuesday to Sunday, 8:00–12:00 and 13:00–17:00 (closed for a midday break). Morning hours tend to be quietest. Admission is modest: adults pay 15 CZK, students and seniors 10 CZK, children 5 CZK, and preschool-age kids get in free. Since the 2025 season, the monastery ticket office also sells a combined ticket covering both the monastery and the museum — the better value if you plan to see both on the same day.

Worth combining with...

Since the museum shares the building with the monastery itself, the obvious add-on is a tour of the Benedictine monastery, with its Baroque interiors and historic library. The monastery keeps longer opening hours (April–October daily 9:00–16:00, November–March 10:00–15:00) and can be visited separately, while its gardens are open free of charge year-round during daytime hours — a pleasant spot for a walk after seeing the exhibition.

Frequently asked questions

Is the museum open all year round? No — the season runs from May through September only. Outside those months the exhibition is closed to individual visitors.

How long does a visit take? Given its compact size (six rooms), a visit typically takes 30 to 45 minutes depending on how much time you spend with the exhibits.

Can you buy one ticket covering both the museum and the monastery? Yes. Since 2025, a combined ticket is available at the monastery's ticket office, cheaper than buying two separate admissions.

What is the highlight of the collection? The Gothic 15th-century panel painting of the Crucifixion is generally considered the most valuable piece, alongside the collection of traditional Broumov folk costumes and historic weapons.