28 Nov Doves of peace at the Swiss woodcarving school
At the ‘Schnätzi’ (Swiss Woodcarving School, Brienz), the doves of peace are flying! The world needs more of them! Thirty-four wooden doves of peace have returned to Brienz from Canada....
21 Nov We are a BLS Seepass/lake pass partner
With the Seepass (on sale since 11 November for 2026), you not only get free travel on Lake Thun and Lake Brienz, but also a discount at our museum. Travelling across Lake Brienz guarantees a relaxed and enjoyable experience...
14 Nov Carving a wooden cow?
That is so much fun and also possible during our winter season when the museum is closed...
01 Nov How does the museum promote itself?
Partnerships are key, an online presence is essential, good offers are a must...
26 Oct Closing for the season – thank you for coming and your collaboration
Today is the last day of our 2025 museum season – THANK YOU VERY MUCH for visiting us! Although we are closing our doors, we remain open on request for groups and special events throughout the year! Would you like to experience something truly special with a cow carving or fascinating woodcarving event? We are here for you...
18 Oct Great for families, brilliant for art lovers
A varied programme for family outings or as soul food for art lovers – the Swiss Woodcarving Museum is a gem and a wonderful showcase for the finest craftsmanship and arts and crafts....
10 Oct Soon final days of our special exhibition 2025
Take this opportunity to discover the impressive and unique works of Urs-P. Twellmann! What he enjoys making from old or storm-damaged wood is truly amazing...
02 Oct The right tools are crucial
Working with wood requires not only a great deal of talent and skill, but also the right tools to achieve the desired shape. Rasps, triangular files, flat files, needle files, cabinet files—a wide range of tools is needed to ensure that the perfect one is used for every task, every type of wood, and every technique....