All open air museums to visit in Switzerland

Experience history come to life at open-air museums in Switzerland. These museums feature historical buildings, reenactments, and interactive exhibits in an outdoor setting.

Are you interested in experiencing history firsthand? These are the best open air museums in Switzerland:

  1. Ballenberg Swiss Open-Air Museum1

    Ballenberg Swiss Open-Air Museum

     Hofstetten bei Brienz
    The Ballenberg Swiss Open-Air Museum is situated between the towns of Brienz and Meiringen in the Bernese Oberland region. The museum's primary objective is to showcase the traditional rural habitats of the various Swiss cantons. This provides visitors with a unique opportunity to explore and understand the diverse architectural styles and living conditions across different regions of Switzerland.
  2. Römerstadt Augusta Raurica2

    Römerstadt Augusta Raurica

     Augst
    The Roman Museum of Augst, also known as Augusta Raurica, Römerhaus und Museum, or Römerstadt Augusta Raurica, is an archaeological and open-air museum. It is situated in the municipality of Augst, within the canton of Basel-Country in Switzerland. This museum offers a unique opportunity to explore the rich history of the Roman era through its extensive collection of archaeological findings.
  3. Laténium Park and Museum of Archeology3

    Laténium Park and Museum of Archeology

     Hauterive (NE)
    The Laténium is an archeology museum situated in Hauterive, a suburb of Neuchâtel in Switzerland. This location is known for its rich historical significance and offers a unique opportunity for visitors to delve into the past and explore the fascinating world of archaeology.
  4. Strohdachhaus4

    Strohdachhaus

     Muhen
    The Strohdachhaus Muhen, also known as Strohdachhaus Lüscher, is one of the oldest thatched houses in the canton of Aargau. It is located at Hardstrasse 3 in Muhen. The roof of the house is completely covered with hand-threshed straw, making it a unique architectural feature. This historical building offers a glimpse into the past and showcases the traditional building techniques of the region.
  5. Village lacustre5

    Village lacustre

     Gletterens
    The lacustre village of Gletterens is an intriguing archaeological site located in Gletterens, Switzerland. It offers a unique opportunity to explore a reconstruction of the Neolithic pile-dwelling habitat. This site provides a glimpse into the past, allowing visitors to understand the living conditions and lifestyle of the Neolithic era.
  6. Neuchâtel Botanical Garden6

    Neuchâtel Botanical Garden

     Neuchâtel
    The Neuchâtel Botanical Garden covers an expansive area of 8 hectares. This space is divided into natural environments, areas specifically managed to promote biodiversity, and sections dedicated to botanical collections. Visitors can explore a variety of landscapes and plant species within the garden's boundaries.
  7. Locorama7

    Locorama

     Romanshorn
    Locorama is a railway museum situated near the Romanshorn station in the Swiss canton of Thurgau. It offers a unique opportunity for visitors to explore the rich history of railway culture. The museum is home to a variety of rail vehicles, locomotives, and wagons from different owners, providing a comprehensive view of the evolution of railway technology.
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    Museo etnografico della Valle di Muggio

     Breggia
    The Museo etnografico della Valle di Muggio (MEVM) is situated in the charming locale of Cabbio, which is a part of the municipality of Breggia in the Canton of Ticino, Switzerland. This location is not only picturesque but also rich in cultural heritage, making it an ideal setting for the museum.