THE GARNET ROOM
The Garnet Room at the Granatium is truly a stunning example of how nature, science, and art can merge. With his passion for garnet, renowned geologist, mineralogist, and philosopher Dr. Georg Kandutsch has created a unique space that is not only visually impressive, but also allows visitors to experience the mysticism and beauty of this gemstone.
80 tons of garnet stones – that’s an impressive amount! The rock material comes from the Kaning Gorge near Radenthein, and hundreds of
garnets from the Löllingergraben. The fact that all of these stones were mined or found exclusively in Carinthia makes the Garnet Room a truly unique regional gem.
The thinly cut and backlit garnet plates create a fascinating play of colors and allow the special properties of this gemstone to shine in a unique way. It’s astonishing how a mineral often known only as a gemstone is showcased here in an entire room.
The Garnet Room invites visitors to escape from everyday life and immerse themselves in a world of peace and magic. They can relax on heated benches, absorb the intense red radiance of the garnet, and marvel at the artistic, blood-red inlays. Gentle sounds enhance the special atmosphere of this unique space.
It was important to me to present only
Carinthian garnet crystals in the Garnet Room . By processing them
I broke new ground in the art of craftsmanship. The construction of
the Garnet Room gave the red gemstone an honest, authentic
and timeless presentation. The beauty of the red
gemstone
was to be experienced with all the senses.
KURTI´S TIP:
GARNET CUSTOMER
Did you know that almandine is the most common type of garnet? Strictly speaking, however, “garnet” is the umbrella term for an entire mineral family.
Have you ever been to Granatium or are you generally interested in the topic?
Then visit the Granatium in Radenthein – a fascinating world of experience for children, adults and anyone who is passionate about minerals and gemstones!
Get married in the Garnet Room!
As a symbol of love and passion, the Garnet Room also offers an extraordinary backdrop for weddings. Amidst the warm glow of the garnet stones, every moment becomes truly special – and Radenthein, as a multifaceted wedding town, perfectly rounds off this unique experience.
Adventure Worlds in the Granatium
The museum
The exhibition takes you on an exciting journey into the world of garnet. You will experience the history of this fascinating stone up close!
The tunnel
The 300 m long tunnel takes you into the underground home of the gemstone. Discover a crystal-clear lake and impressive veins of pyrite and garnet – a real adventure!
The mining area
The mining area is the highlight of the Granatium. Here, everything you have heard and seen before comes to life – with the right tools, you can even uncover gemstones from the rock!
The garnet room
In the garnet room, you will find a room whose walls are covered with wafer-thin slabs of garnet stone. Feel the energy of the garnet gemstone, a symbol of love and passion: light and music play with your emotions, and the red color and beauty of the mineral touch the senses.