James Bond Museum Opens in Austrian Alps at 3,000 Meters

A museum dedicated to the James Bond film franchise opened on July 12, 2018, in Sölden, Austria. Designed by architect Johann Obermoser, the structure is perched atop Mount Gaislachkogl at an altitude of over 3,000 meters, making it one of the highest museums in the world. The building appears to hang over the valley, constructed by excavating into the mountain and accessible only by cable car. Spanning 1,300 square meters over two levels, the design uses concrete and white finishes to blend with the snowy peaks, intentionally creating a sense of instability. Both exterior and interior draw inspiration from James Bond production designer Ken Adam, featuring slanted walls and floors. A large glass window in the entrance offers extreme mountain views. The permanent collection spans 10 rooms that trace the history of the Bond films, with each room designed to integrate storytelling like a film sequence. The central room is dedicated to Spectre (2015), which was filmed on location in Sölden. The exhibition was curated by Neal Callow, art director of the last four Bond films, and designer Tino Schaedler, following an experiential model to immerse visitors emotionally. The collection is designed to be updated as future films are released.