Blumenau: Crystal Factory Tour & Museum with Glass Gift

Summary

Watch crystal come alive in blumenau’s legendary factory

You’ll step onto the factory floor in Blumenau and watch real artisans shape molten crystal right in front of you. With your local guide sharing family stories and trade secrets, you’ll trace every step from raw materials to polished glass. The tour ends with a keepsake Mozart Crystal glass — and maybe a new appreciation for handmade things.

What’s the experience like?

“Don’t blink or you’ll miss it,” our guide Frederico grinned, waving us closer to the furnace. I could feel the heat on my cheeks — not just warm, but that dry, almost humming heat that makes your skin tingle. The room smelled faintly of minerals and something sweet from the raw mix. We watched a man roll molten crystal on a pipe, his hands moving so fast it looked like a dance. I tried to guess what shape he was making but honestly, I had no clue until he spun it and suddenly there was a glass where nothing had been before.

Frederico told us his family’s been working with crystal here in Blumenau for seventy years. He pointed out little things — like how the cutters listen for a certain sound when polishing, or how the light bends through each piece if you hold it just right. At one point, an older worker winked at me after I jumped at the sharp ring of a finished glass being tapped. It’s louder than you’d think! We wandered past shelves stacked with half-finished pieces, some still cloudy from the lapping process. There was this quiet pride in everyone’s gestures — not showy, just… steady.

I didn’t expect to get attached to a factory tour, but standing there watching someone carve delicate lines into a goblet by hand — it made me see why people call this place special. The museum part was smaller than I imagined but full of odd treasures: old molds, awards from decades ago, even a few photos of Frederico as a kid covered in crystal dust (he laughed about that). Before we left they handed us each a Mozart Crystal glass with the museum logo — mine caught the afternoon light all the way back to town. I still think about that view through clear crystal; everything looked softer somehow.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Guided tour of crystal factory

• Arrive at the crystal factory
• Tour mixing raw materials
• Observe crystal blowing process
• See cutting and polishing stages
• Visit quality control and packaging
• Receive personalized crystal souvenir

Top questions

Can I see live crystal blowing during the tour?

If you visit between 9:00 am and 1:00 pm on weekdays, yes — that's when casting happens.

Is there a souvenir included?

Yes, you'll receive a personalized Mozart Crystal glass at the end of your visit.

Are tours available on weekends?

Tours run on weekends but without live casting or blowing demonstrations.

Is this guided tour suitable for kids or strollers?

Yes, infants and small children can join; strollers are allowed throughout.

How long does the factory tour take?

The visit typically fits within opening hours: 9:00 am–1:00 pm or 1:30 pm–4:30 pm.

Who leads the tour at the Blumenau crystal factory?

The technician in charge is Frederico Strauss, whose family has worked here for 70 years.

Is public transportation nearby?

Yes, public transport options are available close to the factory location.

What’s included

Your day includes a guided walk through all stages of production inside Blumenau’s renowned crystal factory, entry to the small but fascinating Crystal Museum next door, time to browse (or shop) at their factory store—and you’ll leave with your own Mozart Crystal glass as a souvenir.