in Schweizerhalle
The magnificent neo-baroque house was built in 1860 and was for a long time the residence of the salt directors. It stands exactly where salt was first extracted in Northwestern Switzerland. The villa is full of historical treasures!
In der historischen Villa Glenck erfahren Sie, welche wichtige Rolle das Salz für uns Menschen spielt. Auf Ihrer Zeitreise im Museum Salzkammer erfahren Sie bei einem geführten Rundgang
Spannendes.
Denn Salz ist nicht nur ein Grundnahrungsmittel, sondern auch eines der ältesten Kulturgüter der Menschheitsgeschichte.
Time travel through the history of salt
Origin
The sea - the origin and the salt from all over the world.
Extraction
From the underground to the surface.
Application
Salt in everyday life, for humans and animals.
Collection
Antique and kitschy salt shakers & historical items from around the world.
Gaze into the depth
In the center of the room, an exposed drill hole.
Techniques
Original tools from the past meet modern mechanical engineering.
90 minutes.
15 minutes before the start at the visitor center.
The standard language is German. French, English, and Italian are possible upon request.
Recommended from 12 years old.
For safety reasons, visitors must be able to move around without assistance devices such as wheelchairs, walking aids, or strollers.