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Museum Sarganserland

The Museum Sarganserland is housed in the 900-year-old tower of Sargans Castle in Sargans, Switzerland. Across six floors of the tower, visitors can discover the history, crafts, the Gonzen mine, and the agricultural and alpine life of the Sarganserland region. The museum also offers interactive stations such as puzzle walls and painting tables, as well as a film about the region's history and customs. It hosts changing temporary exhibitions.

Families and Kids

The 'Kinderspur' children's trail in the castle tower offers 15 interactive stations where children can discover the Middle Ages with Count Jörg and Countess Anna. The museum also features interactive stations such as puzzle walls and painting tables.

Information

  • Visit duration: 90min
  • For rainy days: Yes
  • Free entrance: No
  • Price range: $
  • Topic: History
    • Guided tours: Yes
    • Children experience: Child friendly
    • Children age group: 6-12, 12-18
    • Children activities: Interactive exhibits, Tours and demonstrations

Opening hours

Open Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 to 17:00, from April 1 to October 31. Closed on Mondays.
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
10:00-17:00 (April 1 to October 31)
Wednesday
10:00-17:00 (April 1 to October 31)
Thursday
10:00-17:00 (April 1 to October 31)
Friday
10:00-17:00 (April 1 to October 31)
Saturday
10:00-17:00 (April 1 to October 31)
Sunday
10:00-17:00 (April 1 to October 31)

Admission fees

10 CHF
Adult admission
5 CHF
Children (6 to 16 years)
8 CHF
Students and apprentices
8 CHF
Groups of 15 or more per person

Contact

Webpage
museumsargans.ch
Email
museum@schloss-sargans.ch
Address
Schloss Sargans, 7320 Sargans

Access

Nearby stops

  • Sargans, Zürcherstrasse450 meters walking distance
  • Sargans1200 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
Chur
19m
Zürich HB
54m
St. Gallen
59m
Zug
1h 27m
Olten
1h 33m

FAQ

  • Are guided tours of the museum and castle available?
    Yes, guided tours are offered by trained guides and last 60 to 90 minutes. Tours can be booked by email at museum@schloss-sargans.ch.
  • Is there a special trail for children at the castle?
    Yes, the 'Kinderspur' (children's trail) offers 15 interactive stations in the castle tower where children can discover the Middle Ages with Count Jörg and Countess Anna.
  • Can the museum be combined with a walk through the old town of Sargans?
    Yes, the Sarganser Kulturpfad (cultural trail) is a walk through the picturesque old town of Sargans that can be combined with a visit to the museum and castle.