Combine your museum visit with a walk to the submerged church tower in Lake Resia, one of South Tyrol’s most famous photo motifs. During the summer months, guided tours of the museum are available upon request.

A visit to the St. Anne’s Chapel above Graun is also worthwhile. The chapel was spared from the flooding and offers further insight into the region’s history

The Upper Vinschgau Museum – Old Graun is dedicated to the history of the flooding of Lake Resia in 1950 and the fate of the villages of Old Graun and Reschen. The exhibition presents this dramatic chapter of local history through historical photographs, models, sacred objects and everyday artefacts.

In several exhibition rooms and a traditional Alpine stube, visitors gain insight into the construction of the dam, which led to the loss of homes, farmland and an entire way of life. The museum not only documents the tragedy of the flooding, but also highlights the rebuilding of the villages and the cultural development of the region.

The famous submerged church tower in Lake Resia, today one of South Tyrol’s most iconic landmarks, stands as a silent witness to these events. The museum enriches this story with a collection of sacred artworks, statues and objects from former churches, preserving the memory of a past that still shapes the region today

The Upper Vinschgau Museum in Graun tells the moving story of the flooding of Lake Resia in 1950 and the submerged villages through photos, sacred art and historical objects

Parking spaces are available near the museum and the parish church. Additional parking can be found along the SS40 and in designated parking areas within the village. During peak seasons, parking slightly outside the centre and walking to the museum is recommended

The museum is located in the centre of Graun in the Vinschgau Valley, close to the parish church.

By car:
Accessible via the SS40 state road towards Graun / Reschen Pass. In Graun, follow the signs for Old Graun and the church.

On foot or by bicycle:
The museum can also be reached via the cycling and walking path around Lake Resia, ideal for visitors exploring the area actively

The museum is easily accessible by public transport.
Bus line 273 (Malles – Graun – Reschen – Nauders) runs regularly between Malles Venosta, Graun and Nauders (Austria). The bus stop is located in the village centre, just a few minutes’ walk from the museum.

Please note that timetables may vary seasonally. Checking current schedules before travelling is recommended