26 Aug Autumn is hiking time – how about the Woodcarving trail (Schnitzlerweg)?
The hike from Axalp (20 minutes by car from Brienz) to the natural pearl of lake Hinterburg is a memorable experience for young and old alike. Especially those who are tired of walking will always find new wooden sculptures along the way, which constantly motivate them to look for the next one, to go further and to experience the most beautiful subjects. Nature and art, two special friends. For more information, click here....
18 Aug Brienz, the woodcarving village – now especially delightful
Especially in hot days, the woodcarving village of Brienz on the uniquely green-blue Lake Brienz is particularly worth a visit ...
11 Aug As a traditional museum goes digital
Digitisation often also means convenience. Or that museum visitors can stroll through the museum with a "Living History Guide" and call up the latest background information, stories and tips at their fingertips. After all, it is immensely worthwhile to look behind the works and their creators!...
02 Aug A rainy day? off to the museum!
Every now and then, rain is not only good for nature, it also gives us a chance to relax in a museum ...
28 Jul Brienz woodcarvers are the masters of bear carving
Brienz bears are famous, they are a tradition of their own in the wide world of Brienz woodcarving art. The stately animals are available in wood in all sizes, designs and bear moods. Whether as a bear wardrobe as an actual collector's item or as a cuddly toy. Bears are not only our cantonal animal, they have also grown close to our hearts....
24 Jul A look back …
... is always worthwhile! ... like this masterpiece made by Andreas Baumann (1812-1899) full of filigree particles and made out of lime tree wood. Isn't it fascinating what was already created over 100 years ago with great talent?...
21 Jul Rieder Wood Art at the Hotel Sherlock Holmes Meiringen
Local artist Elias Rieder of Rieder Holzkunst impressively demonstrates the beautiful craftsmanship that can also be created with a crude tool such as a chainsaw at the hotel entrance of the Hotel Sherlock Holmes in Meiringen ...
13 Jul Steamboat and museum – the ideal combination!
Excursion tip! Enjoy the wonderful colors and fascinating nature of the region with a boat trip across Lake Brienz from Interlaken to Brienz and combine the excursion with a visit to the museum - the whole family will thoroughly enjoy it!...