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Bündner Kunstmuseum

The Bündner Kunstmuseum in Chur, Switzerland, is the cantonal art museum of Graubünden and presents a collection of around 8000 works of fine art from the 18th century to the present day. Its focal points are Grisons art, Expressionism with Ernst Ludwig Kirchner, the Giacometti artist family, as well as photography and contemporary art. The museum is housed in the historic Villa Planta and an extension building and, alongside the collection, regularly presents changing exhibitions.

Families and Kids

The Bündner Kunstmuseum offers a wide range of activities for children and families: children's studios for ages 6-8 and 9-12, a Sunday studio for all ages, and the CUC discovery plan for children aged six and above. Children and young people up to 16 have free admission.

Information

  • Visit duration: 120min
  • Barrier free: Yes
  • For rainy days: Yes
  • Free entrance: No
  • Price range: $$
  • Topic: Art
    • Guided tours: Yes
    • Workshops: Yes
    • Children experience: Child friendly
    • Children age group: 3-6, 6-12, 12-18
    • Children activities: Workshops, Tours and demonstrations, Interactive exhibits

Opening hours

Open Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 to 17:00, on Thursdays until 20:00; closed on Mondays.
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
10:00-17:00
Wednesday
10:00-17:00
Thursday
10:00-20:00
Friday
10:00-17:00
Saturday
10:00-17:00
Sunday
10:00-17:00

Admission fees

15 CHF
Adult admission
12 CHF
Senior admission
12 CHF
Student admission
0 CHF
Children and young people up to 16 years of age have free admission.
10 CHF
Groups of 10 or more people.

Contact

Webpage
buendner-kunstmuseum.ch
Email
info@bkm.gr.ch
Address
Bahnhofstrasse 35, 7000 Chur

Access

Nearby stops

  • Chur, Reichsgasse150 meters walking distance
  • Chur450 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
Chur
0m
Zürich HB
1h 14m
St. Gallen
1h 23m
Zug
1h 50m
Olten
1h 53m

FAQ

  • Is there an audio guide at the Bündner Kunstmuseum?
    Yes, free audio guides with audio pieces on selected works of the collection are available in the museum foyer, among others in German, Romansh, Italian, French, English and in Easy Language.
  • Is the Bündner Kunstmuseum accessible for people with disabilities?
    Yes, the museum is barrier-free and has no structural obstacles. All museum rooms are wheelchair accessible and reachable by lifts, and the toilets are accessible. A wheelchair and a walker can be borrowed at the reception.
  • Is there a museum café at the Bündner Kunstmuseum?
    Yes, the stylish museum café in the Villa Planta serves fresh regional products and offers a breakfast brunch on weekends. It is open Tuesday to Sunday from 9 to 17.
  • Does the Bündner Kunstmuseum offer activities for children and families?
    Yes, the museum offers children's studios for different age groups, a Sunday studio, a studio in Romansh, as well as the CUC discovery plan for children aged six and above.
  • Can private guided tours be booked at the Bündner Kunstmuseum?
    Yes, private guided tours for groups can be booked in advance, also outside regular opening hours for a surcharge. Groups visiting without a guide are also asked to register before their visit.

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