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Ortsmuseum Altstetten

The Ortsmuseum Altstetten in Zurich, Switzerland, is housed in the oldest surviving farmhouse in the Altstetten quarter, the heritage-listed Studerhaus, which opened as a museum in 1973. The exhibition shows the life of earlier generations with a faithfully furnished farmhouse kitchen, parlours, bedrooms and an open attic with visible timber construction. The collection includes household and field tools, craftsmen's tools, furniture and clothing as well as agricultural implements. The local history commission also archives photographs and documents from the former municipality and the later Altstetten quarter.

Information

  • Visit duration: 60min
  • For rainy days: Yes
  • Free entrance: Yes
  • Price range: $
  • Topic: History
    • Guided tours: Yes

Opening hours

Open on the first Saturday of each month from 14:00 to 16:00 (March to November, except August) and on the third Tuesday from 19:00 to 21:00 (March to October, except July). The museum has a winter break from 2 November 2025 to 6 March 2026.
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
19:00-21:00 (March to October, except July)
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
Closed
Friday
Closed
Saturday
14:00-16:00 (March to November, except August)
Sunday
Closed

Admission fees

0 CHF
Adult admission

Contact

Webpage
ortsmuseum-altstetten.ch

Access

Nearby stops

  • Zürich, Bachmattstrasse350 meters walking distance
  • Zürich Altstetten1000 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
Zürich HB
5m
Olten
30m
Zug
36m
Luzern
56m
St. Gallen
1h 6m

FAQ

  • Can the museum be visited outside the regular opening hours?
    Yes, guided tours for groups, societies and associations are possible at any time outside the regular opening hours by prior arrangement by email at mail@ortsmuseum-altstetten.ch.
  • Can the museum be rented for private events?
    Yes, the museum can be rented for private events, aperitifs, class reunions and exhibitions. Details are available in the rental concept document.
  • When does the museum have its winter break?
    The museum has a winter break from 2 November 2025 to 6 March 2026 and reopens on the first open Saturday on 7 March 2026.

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