Grubtal can be discovered from two distinct perspectives: through the Little Film Museum in an old winemaker’s house, and on foot along the Grubtal Trail No. 2. Those interested in film culture can focus on posters, cameras and the attic room. Those who prefer to follow a hiking route will find Trail No. 2 winding through Grubtal and over the Grubtal ridge. The two highlights offer different experiences: the collection and its presentation take centre stage indoors, while the landscape and route are the focus outdoors.

Film posters, cameras and a small cinema room

The Little Film Museum is located among the Grubtal vineyards in an old winemaker’s house. Film posters hang in the museum, while display cases in the small attic room hold an extensive collection of cameras and film-related items. The posters provide the visual side of the subject, while the cameras and accessories turn attention to the objects associated with film. Together, the various exhibits give an impression of how the museum explores film culture through images and objects.

In the attic of the old residence at the Kofler Schilcher winery in Grubtal, twelve chairs stand in four rows. The Little Film Museum is considered to be the smallest cinema in Styria. The precise seating arrangement makes its small scale a distinctive feature of the space. Thus, the attic and its modest seating are part of the museum’s character, alongside the exhibits.

The design, textures and colours also shape the impression. They evoke the atmosphere of a cinema visit from the time when film became colour and the Austrian film scene was flourishing. The museum’s character is therefore shaped not only by its collection: the design of the space also contributes to the cinema atmosphere described. Visits are available by guided tour, with an appointment arranged by telephone.

Grubtal Trail No. 2

Grubtal Trail No. 2 continues from Weinkulinarium Tscheppe-Kapun into Grubtal and over the Grubtal ridge, returning to Gamlitz sports ground. The hiking trail passes directly by the Weinkulinarium. Both the Weinkulinarium and the sports ground are therefore named as points along the route described; between them, the trail leads into Grubtal and back over the ridge.

Along the way, the trail passes through forests, meadows and vineyards, offering views of the surrounding vineyards. These landscape impressions give the route its own focus: its description includes not only the route itself, but also the different stretches through forests, meadows and vineyards. Conditions and access may vary; check the current situation before setting out.

A simple comparison can help you choose a focus: the museum brings together film posters, cameras, film-related items and the design of the attic room in one place. Grubtal Trail No. 2, by contrast, offers a route through a variety of landscapes and views of the surrounding vineyards. Those interested in film culture can explore the collection and cinema atmosphere; those who prefer being outdoors can focus on the route and its landscape sections. This makes it possible to discover Grubtal through culture or scenery, depending on your interests.

For the broader travel overview: Gamlitz.