Village Museum in the Thatched-Roof House Kölliken

The Village Museum in the Thatched-Roof House in Kölliken (Switzerland) is housed in an Aargau thatched-roof house from 1802, the so-called "Sauzmehus". It shows the way of life of a wealthy farming family in the 19th and early 20th centuries, offers insight into old craft techniques and conveys themes from Kölliken's village history. The permanent exhibition covers rural living and working around 1900, agricultural and forestry equipment, crafts, prehistoric, Roman and medieval finds as well as industrial culture. The museum also presents changing special exhibitions.

Families and Kids

The museum offers museum-pedagogical offers for school classes. The tour leads over two floors with stairs and high door thresholds, which can be challenging for small children.

Information

  • Visit duration: 60 min
  • Barrier free: No
  • For rainy days: Yes
  • Topic: History
    • Guided tours: Yes
    • Children experience: Child friendly
    • Children age group: 6-12, 12-18
    • Children activities: Tours and demonstrations
    • Entrance fee: 0 CHF
    • Free entrance: Yes
    • Price range: $

Opening hours

Due to ongoing renovation work, the museum remains closed throughout 2026.

Admission fees

0 CHF
Adult admission
60 CHF
Guided tour for groups of up to 15 people: CHF 60.-

Contact

Webpage
koelliken.ch
Email
museum@koelliken.ch
Address
Hauptstrasse 43, 5742 Kölliken

Access

Nearby stops

  • Kölliken450 meters walking distance
  • Kölliken, Central600 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
Olten
27m
Zürich HB
44m
Luzern
58m
Bern
59m
Basel SBB
1h 9m

FAQ

  • Is the museum accessible for wheelchair users?
    No. The museum is located in an old, listed farmhouse and is not wheelchair accessible. The tour leads over two floors with stairs and a few high door thresholds.
  • Does the museum offer guided tours for groups?
    Yes. Guided tours for groups of up to 15 people are offered. Bertram Rutishauser is responsible for reservations and information.
  • Are there offers for school classes?
    Yes. Offers for school classes can be found under the museum's museum-pedagogical offers.
  • Can you get married at the museum?
    Yes. The museum offers the possibility of getting married as well as an audio guide and art guide.

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