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Trauffer Adventure World

The Trauffer Adventure World in Hofstetten bei Brienz (Switzerland) is the home of the famous red wooden cow. In the KUHniversum experience tour, visitors discover the history, tradition and sustainable production of the handcrafted wooden toys of Trauffer Switzerland. In addition to the tour, there is a flagship store, restaurants, a children's playground and the largest solid wooden cow in the world. The adventure world also hosts changing temporary exhibitions and hands-on activities.

Families and Kids

The Trauffer Adventure World is very family-friendly. Children can paint wooden animals as MuhMalermeister (from a young age), while carving a wooden cow is possible from age 12. The renovated children's playground features a slide, wooden bowling alley, KUHgelbahn and a wooden animal petting zoo. Note that the wooden toys are not suitable for children under 3 years due to small parts.

Information

  • Visit duration: 90min
  • Barrier free: Yes
  • For rainy days: Yes
  • Free entrance: No
  • Pushchair accessible: True
  • Price range: $$
  • Topic: Crafts and industry
    • Guided tours: Yes
    • Workshops: Yes
    • Children experience: Exceptional
    • Children age group: 3-6, 6-12, 12-18
    • Children activities: Interactive exhibits, Workshops, Play area

Opening hours

The KUHniversum experience tour is open daily from 10:00 to 18:00, all year round.
Monday
10:00-18:00
Tuesday
10:00-18:00
Wednesday
10:00-18:00
Thursday
10:00-18:00
Friday
10:00-18:00
Saturday
10:00-18:00
Sunday
10:00-18:00

Admission fees

15 CHF
Adult admission
9 CHF
Children aged 6-16 years
13 CHF
AHV/IV pensioners with ID
13 CHF
Students/apprentices with ID
0 CHF
Children under 6 years

Contact

Webpage
trauffer.ch
Email
hallo@trauffer.ch
Address
Museumsstrasse 98, 3858 Hofstetten bei Brienz

Access

Nearby stops

  • Hofstetten b. B., Holzkuhplatz100 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
Interlaken Ost
35m
Luzern
1h 16m
Thun
1h 20m
Bern
1h 40m
Zug
1h 50m

FAQ

  • Can I carve and paint my own wooden cow during the visit?
    Yes, on the KUHniversum experience tour you can spontaneously decide to carve a wooden cow (from age 12) or paint wooden animals as a MuhMalermeister, suitable for children and adults. Carving and painting costs CHF 35, painting wooden animals CHF 15, bookable directly in the tour.
  • Is the KUHniversum experience tour accessible for wheelchairs and strollers?
    Yes, the KUHniversum experience tour is wheelchair- and stroller-accessible. However, dogs are not allowed on the tour, although they are welcome elsewhere in and around the building.
  • Can I have my old wooden toy repaired at the Holztierklinik?
    Yes, in the Holztierklinik within the KUHniversum tour you can have your favourite wooden animal repaired. Repainting spots costs CHF 10, replacing ears/horns/tail CHF 5, mounting a new bell with band CHF 5, and wood repairs (leg) on request.
  • Are there discounts available for the experience tour?
    Yes, various discounts are available. Regional guest cards (Brienz, Haslital, Interlaken, etc.), BLS Seepass/Berner Oberland Pass, Mibon vouchers and Camping Card Berner Oberland give 20% off. A 50% reduction applies for ZMP card holders, locals of certain municipalities, arrival by public transport, and hotel guests.
  • Is there a children's playground at the adventure world?
    Yes, the renovated children's playground invites young explorers to play and marvel. It features the KUHgelbahn, a new wooden bowling alley, a wooden animal petting zoo and many other highlights full of play, movement and fun for the whole family.