The "Mettenberg Flax Farmers"

Flax to marvel at and participate in! The Mettenberg flax farmers will show you fascinating aspects of the historical processing of the plant. Get involved and experience the processes of rippling, breaking, swinging, and heckling: watch the flax farmers as they diligently carry out their work. Try your hand at the various steps of flax processing. Children can weave ribbons and create small flax bouquets.

Information about flax processing Discover which fabrics and garments - even today - are made from flax. Learn more about the significance of flax, both in the past and present.

Food & Drink The museum baker will treat you to delights from the historic bakehouse. In the village café, you can enjoy Swabian delicacies along with coffee and cake.