Spring at the Swiss Open-Air Museum - Walking, exploring and culinary delights at Easter

Although our historic houses and craft demonstrations will not reopen until Thursday, 9 April 2026, it’s still worth a visit to the Swiss Open-Air Museum over Easter from 3 to 6 April. Enjoy a relaxed stroll through the beautiful grounds and experience how nature comes to life amid the unique backdrop of Ballenberg.
At the Alter Bären Restaurant you can enjoy delicious specialities throughout the holidays.
Open on: Good Friday / Easter Saturday / Easter Sunday / Easter Monday
Come and enjoy the first few days of spring at Ballenberg with lovely walks, delicious food and plenty of fresh air.
Admission is free during the period from 3 to 6 April.
Click on the coloured numbers to see the details of the buildings.
Ballenberg
Swiss Open-Air Museum
Museumsstrasse 100
CH-3858 Hofstetten bei Brienz
Opening hours
10 April to 2 November 2025
10 am to 5 pm daily