Open-Air Museum Switzerland

Ballenberg Swiss Open-Air Museum    

4.5/5
(946) · Art museum in Hofstetten bei Brienz, Switzerland
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Ballenberg is an open-air museum in Switzerland that displays traditional buildings and architecture from all over the country. Located near Brienz in the …

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Jun 23, 2024
This is a fabulous open air museum, quite sizeable so needs a half day allocation of time (and stamina). A wonderful collection of historical buildings, with furnishings and tools and clothing, gar…Full review by ozzie2010
Jul 3, 2023
Beautiful swiss open air museum. Building from all areas of the country are on display. Crafts are also practiced. Full review by 361frejaj
May 29, 2023
After many years living in Switzerland, I finally made it to Ballenberg and really enjoyed my day there. The grounds and scenery are beautiful and spacious enough that it doesn't feel too crowded (al…Full review by inkwave17

Questions & answers

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Does the swiss travel pass cover the cost and how far is it from brienz?
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When we were there in September, 2019, the Museum was included in the Swiss pass. I assume it still is, but have not researched it at all. We took a train from Lauterbrunnen to …
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When we were there in September, 2019, the Museum was included in the Swiss pass. I assume it still is, but have not researched it at all. We took a train from Lauterbrunnen to Brienz. It was then a short, very easy bus ride from Brienz to the museum and back.
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Answer by Jack B · Mar 16, 2020
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Do you have bicycles inside the museum so it is easier to move around the area?
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I didn’t see any bicycles while I was there. Except for staff.
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Answer by mike k · Aug 24, 2019
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