Altes Rathaus Schwänberg (1630)

The Altes Rathaus Schwänberg in Herisau, Switzerland, is a late Renaissance town hall from 1630 that houses a museum exhibition curated by the Museum Herisau. The exhibition, with an informative audio-visual show and original cultural objects, provides insights into the changing history of the Schwänberg hamlet and its inhabitants. The building and the surrounding settlement, one of the oldest in the Appenzellerland region, reflect the development from a 17th-century prominent quarter to a weaver's village. The historic rooms, including the festival hall with its original clay tile floor, can also be rented for private events.

Information

  • Visit duration: 30 min
  • For rainy days: Yes
  • Topic: History
    • Guided tours: Yes
    • Entrance fee: 0 CHF
    • Free entrance: Yes
    • Price range: $

Opening hours

Open for individual visitors every first Sunday of the month from 14:00 to 16:00.
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
Closed
Friday
Closed
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
14:00-16:00 (every first Sunday of the month)

Admission fees

0 CHF
Adult admission

Contact

Webpage
schwaenberg.ch
Address
Schwänberg 2683, 9100 Herisau

Access

Nearby stops

  • Herisau, Ramsen1050 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
St. Gallen
24m
Zürich HB
1h 36m
Chur
1h 56m
Zug
2h 4m
Olten
2h 18m

FAQ

  • Can the Altes Rathaus Schwänberg be visited outside the monthly opening times?
    Yes, group tours through the Altes Rathaus and/or the hamlet and the Rutenkaminhaus are possible on request. A house tour lasts about 30 minutes and a combined house and hamlet tour about 60 minutes.
  • Can the historic rooms of the Altes Rathaus be rented for private events?
    Yes, the late Renaissance rooms can be rented for private events such as family celebrations, team retreats, association or company events, meetings, weddings, exhibitions, courses and more. The festival hall seats up to 40 people for meals.
  • Is catering available for events at the Altes Rathaus?
    Yes, catering for events with meals is provided by recommended partner establishments. Bringing your own food is only permitted after consultation with the administration.
  • What does the museum exhibition at the Altes Rathaus show?
    The exhibition, curated and managed by the Museum Herisau, features an informative audio-visual show and original cultural objects that provide insights into the changing history of the Schwänberg hamlet and its inhabitants.

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