Ballenberg Swiss OpenAir Museum: A spectacle of Swiss history and architecture - The Ballenberg OpenAir Museum is simply impressive! With incredible effort, some of the huge traditional Swiss farmhouses are dismantled here, painstakingly rebuilt piece by piece true to the original and renovated. With well over 100 Swiss farmhouses from the 17th to 19th centuries, the complex offers a fascinating insight into the diverse architectural styles of Switzerland. In the middle of the picturesque Swiss landscape, the museum not only impresses with its impressive collection of historic farmhouses, but also with a remarkable attention to detail in the interior design. No effort was spared to adhere to the originality of past eras when designing the interiors. From the furniture to the personal belongings of the former residents, every detail reflects the dedication that makes the visit an authentic journey through Swiss history. The paradisiacal location on a mountain, surrounded by forests and green hills, gives the museum a magical atmosphere. The extensive complex cannot be explored in just one day because it is so enormous. So you should plan a route beforehand and think about what you want to see. The walk-in farmhouses, often furnished with the original possessions of their last owners, allow an impressive journey through the history of Switzerland. Before my visit, I was not aware of how diverse the architectural styles in Switzerland were, and the Ballenberg Museum brought this diversity to my attention in a fascinating way. I can recommend a group tour to everyone. Our guide, an extremely competent gentleman, told lively stories about each house and answered questions with a lot of expertise and background knowledge. The tour enabled us to not only understand the architecture, but also learn more about the former locations, the history, the uses of the building styles and even details about the former owners and their lifestyles. The museum offers an insight not only into the architecture, but also into traditional crafts. The lime kiln shows how lime was burned in the old days, and in the smokehouse the Ballenberg sausages are smoked in the traditional way - an experience that is fragrant and spectacular, but leaves a lasting impression on your clothes. The variety of activities and the beautiful restaurant make the visit an all-round successful experience. The entrance fee is definitely justified when you consider the great work that is done here. For me, the Ballenberg Museum is one of the most worth seeing attractions in all of Switzerland.

The only true open-air museum in Switzerland! 🇨🇭 - Exceptional location near Lake Brienz! This museum exhibits around a hundred historic buildings from all regions of Switzerland. They were dismantled in their original location to be rebuilt on the immense Ballenberg site. It is worth staying there for two days or more. It is possible to take guided tours and also to travel by horse-drawn carriage. Dogs on a leash are allowed but cannot enter the buildings. Whatever happens, don’t miss a visit to Ballenberg under any circumstances!

A unique experience in nature to repeat - Day trip with adventure world for the whole family. Real houses, animals and beautiful nature with forest. Pharmacy for shopping from the large herb garden and much more. Top recommendation: Bretterhotel nearby.