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Nicola Erni Collection

The Nicola Erni Collection in Steinhausen near Zug, Switzerland, houses an extensive private art collection focused on photography and contemporary art. The collection combines photographs of the 1960s and 1970s on social change as well as fashion photography from the 1930s to today, complemented by contemporary painting, sculpture, drawings and monumental installations. Artists represented include Richard Avedon, Jean-Michel Basquiat, Andy Warhol, Helmut Newton, Cindy Sherman and many more. The private museum is housed in two buildings on Erlenweg and presents changing exhibitions.

Information

  • Visit duration: 90min
  • Barrier free: Yes
  • For rainy days: Yes
  • Free entrance: Yes
  • Lockers: True
  • Price range: $
  • Topic: Art
    • Guided tours: Yes

Opening hours

The museum can only be visited in small guided groups or on open visits, with entry and start of the tour at 4 pm. Opening hours could not be found on the website.

Admission fees

0 CHF
The guided tours and admission are free.

Contact

Webpage
nicolaernicollection.ch
Email
visit@ernicollection.ch
Address
Erlenweg 2 und 5, 6312 Steinhausen

Access

Nearby stops

  • Steinhausen, Sumpfstrasse150 meters walking distance
  • Steinhausen Rigiblick900 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
Zug
3m
Zürich HB
29m
Luzern
30m
Olten
1h 19m
Bellinzona
1h 22m

FAQ

  • How can I visit the Nicola Erni Collection?
    The museum can only be visited in small guided groups of up to 15 people, or during a monthly open visit for up to 50 people. Entry and start of the tour is at 4 pm, and registration is done through the online booking tool.
  • Are there any rules I should be aware of during my visit?
    Photography and filming are not permitted in the museum, and eating and drinking are not allowed. Animals are not permitted. Smartphones, jackets and bags must be deposited in the cloakroom, where lockers are available.
  • Is the museum accessible for wheelchair users?
    Yes, the museum is accessible for wheelchair users. Assistance can be requested by contacting the museum.
  • Are teenagers allowed to visit the museum?
    Young people aged 12 and over are welcome when accompanied by an adult.
  • Is there parking available near the museum?
    Visitor parking spaces, marked 'Besucher Nicola Erni Collection', are located along the buildings at Erlenweg 2 and 5. Additional paid parking is available on Chollerstrasse.