Ballenberg, Freilichtmuseum der Schweiz

Ballenberg is the only open-air museum of Switzerland, located in Hofstetten bei Brienz, showcasing the country's cultural heritage. Visitors can explore over 100 historical buildings relocated from across Switzerland, featuring traditional farmhouses, stables, barns, crafts demonstrations, and farm animals. The museum offers special exhibitions, horse-drawn carriage rides, the new Ballenberg-Bahn accessible railway, and over 100 annual courses and workshops on traditional handicrafts.

Logo of Ballenberg, Freilichtmuseum der Schweiz
Address

Museumsstrasse 100
Hofstetten bei Brienz
Bern
3858
Switzerland

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Opening Hours

Sunday - Saturday: 10:00 - 17:00

Open daily 10:00-17:00 from 9 April to 1 November 2026

Season: April 9 - November 1, 2026

Sunday - Saturday: 10:00 - 17:00

Sunday - Saturday: 10:00 - 17:00

Museum season runs April to November (exact dates vary by year)