Ballenberg, Swiss Open-Air Museum

Ballenberg is a live open-air museum devoted to traditional Swiss rural life. Old buildings from all around Switzerland have been moved and rebuilt at Ballenberg, which is available to the public and decorated with traditional items. They also have several tradespeople on show, such as a man churning cheese, a lady weaving on a loom, a blacksmith, and so on. It’s also particularly nice for visiting grandparents since they truly like all the history and crafts. The park as a whole is lovely, with beautiful meadows overlooking the Bernese Alps. It's a beautiful way to spend a summer day.

Ballenberg is an open-air museum with approximately 100 structures that have been relocated from their original positions. The museum first opened its doors to the public in 1978 and has since become a vital resource for cultural studies due to its unique collection of historical structures. Ballenberg has varied themes each year, and visitors may notice an emphasis on the diversity of vegetables and herb gardens in 2020. There will be a garden kitchen in the farmhouse where preserves and non-perishable foods will be created, as well as a weekend garden workshop for students who want to participate in some enjoyable activities.

Location: Museumsstrasse 100, 3858 Hofstetten bei Brienz