Open May 2 – October 25, 2026
Book a tour: info@museum-holzbildhauerei.ch /Tel. +41 33 952 13 17
These are not only common surnames in the carving village of Brienz, they are also the very early great masters of woodcarving in Brienz: Christian Fischer senior (1789-1848), Johann Huggler-Huggler "Schnitzlerkönig" (1834-1912) or Johann Flück (1808-1894) ...
The museum is not only located in the historic buildings of the Jobin manufactory, the traditional woodcarving company in Brienz. The dedicated staff give the museum heart and soul, they take care of the exhibition, the marketing and provide the friendly, competent face when visitors from all over the world walk through the front door ...
Not only during the museum season from May to October, but all year round, we offer attractive programmes for events and groups of all kinds. With a guided tour, aperitif and cow carving, the team can be welded together and every excursion programme in the region can be upgraded! Are you looking for something special? Give us a call ...
Would you like to create something of your own out of wood? Maybe you're not quite ready for that gorgeous wardrobe bear yet, but there are wonderful tutorials (learning videos) on YouTube that will effortlessly teach you the first steps ...
Children love warm materials like wood! ...
We are tracing the success story of the popular souvenir and presenting exciting new insights into a phenomenon of the Alpine landscape next summer. Get to know this global export from a new perspective....
This rare profession is taught at the School of Woodcarving in Brienz. What would the finest wines be without the famous wooden barrels? These and other important wooden vessels for viticulture and agriculture are made by coopers. The finest craftsmanship!...
Whether they are simple wooden angels or marvellous nativity figures, old or modern, wood carvings bring the most beautiful atmosphere to the Christmas season. They also make excellent gifts for loved ones. Wood brings warmth to the heart and to the festive season....