Tegularium - Brick Collection

About

The Tegularium is one of Veszprém’s most unusual and engaging museums, dedicated entirely to the history of bricks and brick‑making. Housed in the former brickworks of the Veszprém Valley, it preserves the industrial heritage of a craft that shaped the region’s architecture for centuries. The collection spans everything from Roman‑era tiles to 19th‑ and 20th‑century factory‑stamped bricks, each piece revealing how building technology evolved over time. Inside, visitors can examine bricks marked with the initials of long‑gone manufacturers, decorative chimney elements, and rare roof tiles featuring symbolic motifs. One of the most fascinating displays shows the full production process—from clay extraction to firing—supported by original tools, moulds, and archival photographs. The museum also highlights the role of local geology, explaining why Veszprém’s clay was so prized for durable construction materials. A standout feature is the open‑air section, where large industrial machinery and kilns illustrate the scale of historic brick production. The Tegularium offers a surprisingly rich look at a humble material that built the city itself.

Veszprém Hungary

Location

The Tegularium – Brick Collection is located in the basement of Dubniczay Palace at Vár utca 29, in the heart of Veszprém’s historic Baroque castle district (Várnegyed). It is part of the House of Arts Veszprém cultural complex and is housed in the palace’s historic cellar system. Dubniczay Palace sits directly on Szentháromság Square (Holy Trinity Square) in the castle district, surrounded by some of Veszprém’s most important landmarks. Just a few steps away is Saint Michael’s Cathedral, one of Hungary’s oldest churches and a major ecclesiastical site. Opposite the palace is the Archbishop’s Palace, and nearby you can find the House of Arts Veszprém (Művészetenek Háza), a contemporary art center that hosts exhibitions and cultural programs. The Castle Gate (Heroes’ Gate) and the Veszprém Fire-watch Tower are also close by, offering historic architecture and viewpoints over the city. The Veszprém Zoo, one of the country’s best-known zoos, is in the nearby hills, and the Laczkó Dezső Museum with its open-air ethnographic exhibits is also within walking distance. Because the castle district is a traffic-free zone with cobblestone streets and baroque buildings, visiting the Tegularium works perfectly as part of a walking tour through Hungary’s historic “City of Queens”.