The adventure exhibition in the Haus am Strom provides a cheerful and light-hearted approach to important topics in the Passau Danube Valley: nature, energy, sustainability and water. The water elevator in the house shows how nature and technology, ecology and economy become a symbiosis – packaged in a unique architecture that visually reflects the theme of water.
Room 1
The landscape model provides a quick overview of the Danube valley and appealing photos make you want to discover it for yourself. Take a look at the geographical features of the region. The world of the Danube Valley is open to you in just a few square meters.
In a terrarium you can admire a specimen of the emerald lizard, the jewel of the Danube Valley. The Natura 2000 treasure chest, which contains a wealth of information about the surrounding area and the European network of protected areas, is ideal for anyone with a thirst for knowledge.
Room 2
On the rowing trip through Passau, you can generate energy yourself: the amount of power required in KW can be read off the screen. At this station, you row through Passau on a rowing machine and, as well as enjoying the view of the city, you can also find out how much power it takes to make electrical devices work. Try it out!
Use the flood model to put Passau under water and see how Passau has struggled with floods over the years. As an energy manager, you will learn how difficult it is to supply a region with sufficient electricity. For all those who like to have something “in their hands”, the Geodrome with its rock samples is just the thing. And if you prefer working with wood to stone, you can try your hand at being a beaver!
Room 3
How did culture develop along the Danube? How do people use the Danube? The main attraction in the Haus am Strom is the life-size model of a Hausen, the giant of the Danube. A small relative of the giant can be found in the aquarium, which offers an insight into the underwater world with native and immigrant fish species.
Discover our sustainability wall. Various films provide a brief insight into sustainable projects in the region and with the ecological handprint you can think for yourself about how you can have a sustainable impact on your environment
Room 4
Whether on the computer or microscope, learning about the vital element of water is exciting and fun. Use VR glasses to experience for yourself what it’s like to fly over the Danube as a raindrop. And haven’t you always wanted to swim as a fish in an aquarium? Then take a photo of yourself and be amazed