Mölltal becomes an open-air museum: art and culture on every corner

Mölltal is transformed into a unique open-air museum in which international artists decorate the walls of the region's houses with impressive works of art. In the seven partner communities of the Mölltal Tourism Association, the creative diversity and different styles of artists from all over Europe create fascinating art walls. These bring the history and culture of the region to life.

Artistic diversity and cultural connections

The invited artists bring their individual perspectives to the design of the art walls, making each wall a unique link between local history and the cultural diversity of Europe. From historical frescoes to modern graffiti, the works reflect the rich heritage and diverse stories of the Möll Valley.

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A living project in transition

New works of art are created every year, transforming the partner communities of the Mölltal into a living narrative. This visual journey through the valley is constantly growing and captivates both locals and visitors alike. Particularly noteworthy are the art walls such as the depiction of the Mallnitz lindworm or the historical frescoes that symbolize the close connection between Obervellach and Freising.

Experience art and culture in Mölltal - in the Hohe Tauern National Park region in Carinthia

Visit the Mölltal and discover the fascinating art walls that transform the region into a living open-air museum. Be inspired by the creative energy and historical stories. Experience how art, history and culture merge together in an impressive way.

EU.art walls - the pictures

Mining in Mölltal / Building: Allianz Agentur Kreiner, Obervellach

The lines symbolize gold, silver and copper mining and thus the prosperity and wealth of the mining era in Mölltal. The life of the miners was very arduous. The Mölltal miners, who came from all over Europe, settled in the Mölltal. Today there are still many miners from the Mölltal who are in demand throughout Europe as tunnel construction workers.

Artist AKTRICE from Obervellach

The Lindwurm / Building: Mödezentrum Reiter, Obervellach

The combination of the historical narrative and modern graffiti art creates a unique connection and shows great interest! The realization of this work of art also sheds new light on the cultural significance of the Mallnitz Lindwurm and the Carinthian landmark - the Klagenfurt Lindwurm.

Artists: Walter Frisch jun. & FatHeat from Hungary

Coat of arms Obervellach & Freising / Building: Haus Rieser, Obervellach

Klemens Baum has combined the two coats of arms (Obervellach and Freising) into one work of art. This is intended to symbolize the friendship and long shared history between Freising and Obervellach, as well as their cooperation even during the mining era. His friend Herbert Meier supported him in his work on the wall.

Obervellach & Freising / Building: Haus Wetzl, Obervellach

The church painter and restorer Bernd Flassak from Freising and his employees Alina & Marco show a historical fresco with the Bishop of Freising, which depicts the restitution of the lands of Obervellach by the Bishop of Freising to the sovereign of the region. The town twinning between Obervellach and Freising celebrated its 60th anniversary in 2023. The intertwined flags (red and white for Freising and blue and white for Obervellach) symbolize this close friendship.

Mountain life / Building: Warehouse tower, Obervellach

On the east-facing wall, Mölltal-born Raphael Pesentheiner captures the image of the Glockner muleteers, who once carried loads on the backs of their pack animals over the majestic peaks of the Großglockner. The transition to the north-facing wall shows the tireless work of the farmers on the steep slopes of the Mölltal. Below this scene, it reveals the hard work of the Mölltal miners in the ore mines and silver and gold mines.

Art & Nature / Building: Mölltal Glacier, Flattach

Here, visitors are immersed in a world that combines art and nature in a breathtaking way! This 3D masterpiece stretches over two levels and the Mölltal Glacier Cable Car staircase, depicting a view from a cave of the majestic glacier, the ice-covered mountains and the sparkling snow.

Artists: Gregor Wosik and Daniela Löh

School project / Obervellach school campus

The group of students from Camerloher Gymnasium in Freising joined forces with pupils from the market town of Obervellach to create a wonderful art wall on the Obervellach school campus. The graffiti project symbolizes the connection between Freising and Obervellach and the path to each other.

Important personalities / Obervellach Medical Center

Local artist Günther Rogl depicts the four elements in his work, fused with symbols of important personalities and historical events. Moving downwards, the church clock of St. Martin appears in the fog, symbolizing the past, the present and the future. In the lower part, the Groppenstein gorge is depicted, completing the background scenario. Leonie Steinwender - a young artist supported Günther Rogl in his work.