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Höngg Local Museum

The Ortsmuseum Höngg in Zurich (Switzerland) brings the history of the Höngg city district to life. It is housed in the historic winegrower's farmhouse «zum Chranz» from 1506 and shows the development from a former winegrowing village to today's city district. The collection comprises hundreds of objects, documents and photographs on local history. The museum is currently being renovated and plans to reopen with a new exhibition concept as well as changing exhibitions.

Families and Kids

The museum is being developed together with children and young people, who help shape the exhibition. Visitors of all ages are invited to actively participate and contribute ideas and stories from Höngg.

Information

  • Visit duration: 60min
  • For rainy days: Yes
  • Free entrance: No
  • Topic: History
    • Children experience: Child friendly
    • Children age group: 6-12, 12-18
    • Children activities: Interactive exhibits, Workshops

Opening hours

Opening hours have not yet been determined; the museum is currently closed for renovation and plans to reopen on 25 September 2026.

Contact

Webpage
museum-hoengg.ch
Address
Vogtsrain 2, 8049 Zürich

Access

Nearby stops

  • Zürich, Meierhofplatz150 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
Zürich HB
14m
Olten
43m
Zug
44m
Luzern
1h 4m
St. Gallen
1h 16m

FAQ

  • Is the museum currently open to visitors?
    No. The museum is currently closed for renovation and plans to reopen on 25 September 2026 at 13:00 with a completely new exhibition concept.
  • How can I get to the museum?
    The museum is located at Vogtsrain 2, 8049 Zurich, in the heart of Höngg. It has no own parking spaces, so the museum recommends arriving by public transport or bicycle. The nearest stop is Meierhofplatz.
  • Can I get involved in the museum?
    Yes. The museum invites visitors to actively help shape it, for example by contributing ideas and stories from Höngg, lending objects, or hosting their own events, workshops and projects in the house.
  • Does the museum offer an oral history project?
    Yes. In its oral history project, contemporary witnesses from the district tell their life stories and their connection to Höngg in audio episodes. The museum also runs a mobile museum that visits retirement homes in the district with historical everyday objects.
  • Can I buy publications about Höngg's history at the museum?
    Yes. The museum offers its publication series «Mitteilungen» on Höngg's local history, which can be browsed in the museum café and purchased. The standard work by Georg Sibler (1998) is available at the museum at a recommended price of 40 francs.