Open May 2 – October 25, 2026, We - Su 1.30 to 5.00 pm
Book a tour: info@museum-holzbildhauerei.ch /Tel. +41 33 952 13 17
Lime, oak, walnut - three trees, three species, three colours, different fruits, different leaves, different woods - do you know the differences? Get to know them in our new discovery workshop that challenges all your senses! And it's fun ...
The greatest masters never stop being students.
— Ignaz Anton Demeter
Whether as a family, with friends or work colleagues - carving a wooden cow yourself is great fun! Book our special programme, accompanied by a professional wood carver, carve your own cow and receive your guaranteed unique souvenir! Accompanied programme, incl. materials, certificate and aperitif with local mountain cheese....
Take the opportunity to combine your visit to this years symposium with a visit to our museum - there are now exclusive free guided tours! "Chalets" is the name of our special exhibition, rarities and masterpieces characterise the permanent exhibition, there is great coffee available in the bistro and lots of friendliness at the information desk - we look forward to seeing you!...
The Swiss and international wood sculptors arrive in Brienz today to start their work! Accompanied by the traditional folklore evening, they get to know each other, exchange ideas and get in the mood for the creative days on the shores of beautiful Lake Brienz ...
Our governing body, the Swiss Foundation for Woodcarving, has been able to extend the cantonal cultural subsidy for the period 2025-2028. As an important cultural institution, the foundation relies on public support and can therefore effectively continue its important work for woodcarving, which is at home in Brienz. We look forward to the essential planning stability for the coming years!...
Whether it's the special exhibition "CHALET", the new discovery workshop, the store or a coffee in the bistro, plus the comprehensive collection exhibition with masterpieces and surprises - a visit to the museum is worthwhile, whether on your own or with the whole family - have a wonderful weekend!...
Does a QR code work when it is carved into wood? The local artist Alice Gafner investigated this exciting question and can happily say: yes, it works! Her profession is carving a subject into a wooden panel, which is then used as a negative template for printing on paper. She is a wood engraver....
From 2 - 6 July, the Brienz lake promenade, the ‘Quai’, will be transformed into an artistic site - not only will nature with Lake Brienz and mountain ranges be celebrated from its most beautiful side. You absolutely have to see what the Swiss and international wood sculptors present in terms of imagination and art/craftsmanship!...
... so true! We can't imagine our beautiful countryside without the heart-warming wooden chalets, which simply invite you to take a closer look, marvel at them and (if possible) visit them. Model chalets in all sizes and different designs await you in our museum - come and see!...