Open May 2 – October 25, 2026, We - Su 1.30 to 5.00 pm
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between Swiss nutcrackers and German nutcrackers? Everyone knows the colourful German ones, but are you familiar with the real rarities among the practical Swiss nutcrackers? There are some real masterpieces and some really funny animal designs – let yourself be enchanted...
Nuts are healthy! Nutcrackers are essential for getting the delicate “fruit” out of the hard shells...
When a great passion can be lived out...
TikTok entertains, informs and provides exciting insights...
‘Der scharfe Hund’ (The Hot Dog) – one of his impressive works. As a specialist teacher, member of the foundation board and committed representative of wood sculpture, he is dedicated to the woodcarving village of Brienz and his industry – with heart, creativity, expertise and a great deal of passion....
Working with (warming) wood every day – giving free rein to your boundless creativity – working with pinpoint precision – seeing and touching the results – following your passion. That's what being a WOOD CARVER is all about – could it be something for you? Whether you start young or a little later in life...
Crack the nut! What do Ludwig van Beethoven, Johannes Brahms and other famous figures have to do with walnuts, almonds and hazelnuts? Find out more at our exclusive special exhibition, opening on 3 May 2026...
Wood also makes Christmas cosy and beautiful :)...
Take a look at wood sculptors' nimble hands and behind their works...
Although bells are at the heart of this popular Christmas song, the same applies to violins during the holiday season, of course especially when they come from the Swiss School of violin-making Brienz :)...