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Museo Nazionale del San Gottardo

The Museo Nazionale del San Gottardo is located on the Gotthard Pass near Airolo, Switzerland. The museum brings the history of the Gotthard to life from its origins around 1200 to the present day, with tunnels and caverns carved into the rock as the leitmotif. The permanent exhibition runs through seven themed rooms, from the Uri Hole to the AlpTransit base tunnel, from power station tunnels to mountain military fortifications. Housed in the historic "Vecchia Sosta" building, the museum also hosts changing temporary exhibitions in collaboration with ALPS, the Swiss Alpine Museum in Bern.

Information

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

Opening hours

Open every day from 09:00 to 18:00 from June to the end of September. During May and October, the facility opens by reservation only, subject to the actual opening of the Pass.
Monday
09:00-18:00 (June to end of September)
Tuesday
09:00-18:00 (June to end of September)
Wednesday
09:00-18:00 (June to end of September)
Thursday
09:00-18:00 (June to end of September)
Friday
09:00-18:00 (June to end of September)
Saturday
09:00-18:00 (June to end of September)
Sunday
09:00-18:00 (June to end of September)

Admission fees

14 CHF
Adult admission
8 CHF
Children aged 6-16 years
0 CHF
Children up to 6 years: free entry
8 CHF
Students and apprentices
14 CHF
Families (at least two adults): adults CHF 14, children (6-16 years) CHF 5
12.6 CHF
Groups of 10 or more: 10% discount on admission prices

Contact

Webpage
museonazionalesangottardo.ch
Email
info@passosangottardo.ch
Address
Passo San Gottardo, 6780 Airolo

Access

Nearby stops

  • Gotthard Passhöhe0 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
Bellinzona
1h 31m
Locarno
1h 57m
Zug
2h 0m
Lugano
2h 0m
Luzern
2h 12m

FAQ

  • Can I visit the museum outside the regular opening hours?
    Yes, guided tours can be organized outside of official opening hours. During May and October, the facility opens by reservation only, subject to the actual opening of the Pass.
  • Are reservations required for groups and school visits?
    Yes, reservations are required for group offerings and visits with classes. Please contact the museum by phone or email.
  • Is there a children's trail in the museum?
    Yes, the permanent exhibition includes a children's trail alongside original films, audio documents and authentic objects.
  • What is the cost of a guided tour?
    Guided tours cost CHF 70 in addition to the ticket price.

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