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3 October 2026
08.00 - 15.00
851 Farmstead
Novazzano TI, 13th–19th Century
4 October 2026
08.00 - 15.00
851 Farmstead
Novazzano TI, 13th–19th Century

Visit us and rediscover the chestnut – traditional, creative and delicious!

Location: Farmstead from Novazzano (851) and Dwellings from Cugnasco (841)

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For centuries, the prickly fruit of the sweet chestnut was an indispensable staple food. Today, it’s beloved not just in its hot roasted form, but in all its varieties! Enjoy a unique walk with atmospheric live music at the Swiss Open-Air Museum and immerse yourself in the fascinating world of the chestnut.


Click on the coloured numbers to see the details of the buildings.

Ballenberg
Swiss Open-Air Museum

Museumsstrasse 100
CH-3858 Hofstetten bei Brienz

+41 33 952 10 30
info@ballenberg.ch

Opening hours
9 April to 1 November 2026
10 am to 5 pm daily

Opening hours Administration
8 am to 6 pm daily

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