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Museo Castello San Materno

Located in Ascona, Switzerland, the Museo Castello San Materno is a modern exhibition space housed in a restored medieval castle. It permanently hosts the collection of the Kurt and Barbara Alten Cultural Foundation, featuring over sixty works by German-speaking artists from the late 19th century to the post-World War I period, including Impressionist and Expressionist masters. The museum also hosts changing temporary exhibitions.

Information

  • Visit duration: 90min
  • For rainy days: Yes
  • Free entrance: No
  • Price range: $
  • Topic: Art
    • Guided tours: Yes

Opening hours

Open from March 5 to December 20, 2026, Thursday to Saturday from 10:00 to 12:00 and 14:00 to 17:00, Sunday and public holidays from 14:00 to 16:00. Closed Monday to Wednesday and during certain periods.
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
10:00-12:00 (March 5 to December 20, 2026)
14:00-17:00 (March 5 to December 20, 2026)
Friday
10:00-12:00 (March 5 to December 20, 2026)
14:00-17:00 (March 5 to December 20, 2026)
Saturday
10:00-12:00 (March 5 to December 20, 2026)
14:00-17:00 (March 5 to December 20, 2026)
Sunday
14:00-16:00 (March 5 to December 20, 2026)

Admission fees

10 CHF
Adult admission
7 CHF
Reduced for AVS (seniors), students, groups of min. 15 people
7 CHF
Reduced for AVS (seniors), students, groups of min. 15 people
7 CHF
Reduced for AVS (seniors), students, groups of min. 15 people
0 CHF
Free admission for children up to 18 years

Contact

Webpage
museoascona.ch
Email
museosanmaterno@ascona.ch
Address
Via Losone 10, 6612 Ascona

Access

Nearby stops

  • Ascona, San Materno200 meters walking distance
  • Ascona, Via Medere250 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
Locarno
14m
Bellinzona
42m
Lugano
52m
Zug
2h 1m
Luzern
2h 4m

FAQ

  • Is the museum open all year round?
    No, the Museo Castello San Materno is open from March 5 to December 20, 2026. It is closed from Monday to Wednesday and during certain periods: April 13–25 and August 24–September 4, 2026.
  • Can I buy a combined ticket for both museums in Ascona?
    Yes, a combined ticket for the Museo Comunale d'Arte Moderna and the Museo Castello San Materno is available for CHF 16 (full price) or CHF 11.20 (reduced), valid for 7 days.
  • Are guided tours available at the museum?
    Yes, guided tours for groups of up to 20 people are available by reservation only, costing CHF 150 plus a reduced single ticket per participant.
  • What kind of art is on permanent display at the museum?
    The museum permanently displays the Alten collection, featuring over sixty works by German-speaking artists from the late 19th century to the post-World War I period, including Impressionists like Max Liebermann and Expressionists from the Brücke and Blaue Reiter groups.

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