Haydn's Birthplace

Located in Rohrau, Austria, Haydn's birthplace is a historic farmhouse where the renowned composer Joseph Haydn was born in 1732. The building, constructed by his father Matthias, now serves as a museum that showcases the life and works of Haydn and his brother Michael, also a composer. Visitors can explore restored rooms featuring period farm furniture and artifacts that reflect the Haydn family's life. The museum opened in 1959, coinciding with the 150th anniversary of Haydn's death, and offers a glimpse into the early influences that shaped one of classical music's greats.