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Museums & Exhibitions
View of the atmospheric exhibition at the Anna Göldi Museum in Ennenda featuring portraits and historical objects about Europe’s last executed witch.

Museums & Exhibitions – History with a Wow Factor

In Glarnerland, history comes alive – and often in unexpected ways. Explore the museums and exhibitions that bring Glarnerland's history to life. From the traditional Freulerpalast to the Glarus Art Museum and the Alpine Museum in Braunwald – here, the past meets the present, and ‘I never knew that!’ is the reaction to what you see. Whether it’s art, industry, nature or culture – every museum tells a piece of the Glarus soul. Best of all, history is presented with a touch of humour.

Industry & Craft

Elm
Slate mine factory Elm
Slate dust, sawdust and the smell of glue characterize the atmosphere in the Elm slate factory, where all machines are still functional 40 years after the closure of operations.
Schwanden
Therma Schaulager
In the enamelling plant of the Therma, built in 1932, the Schaulager invites you on a journey through 70 years of technical, design and industrial history.
Ennenda
Industrieareal Jenny
The Jenny & Co. factory ensemble in Ennenda is one of the most important in the canton. It is the best-preserved historic factory site in the municipality of Glarus.
Mühlehorn
Hammerschmiede Mühlehorn
Blazing fires, ringing hammers and water power in the hammer forge in Mühlehorn, built in 1777, which was also the setting and location of the Schellen-Ursli film launched in 2015.

History

Elm
Vreni-Schneider-museum
"Where there's a will, there's a way"
The unparalleled skiing career of the athlete of the century, Vreni Schneider, will be made visible in the middle of the village of Elm.
Braunwald
Alpinmuseum Braunwald
Experience the Glarus mountains up close with a tour of the exciting exhibitions in the Braunwald Alpine Museum.
Näfels
Freulerpalast / Museum of the Municipality of Glarus
More than just a museum for rainy weather, the magnificent Freulerpalast also serves as the Museum of the Municipality of Glarus with numerous sumptuous showrooms and a variety of exhibitions covering the rich tapestry of textile history, Alpine winter sports and the military.
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Food & Drink

Elm
Elmer Citro well-experience
Have you always wanted to watch how Elmer Citro is produced and bottled?
Bilten
House of Läderach
Great news for all chocoholics: enjoy fresh handmade chocolate and experience it with all your senses - visitors can celebrate this with a visit to the new "House of Läderach" experience in Bilten, at the foot of the Glarus Alps. Chocolate lovers can take a unique look behind the scenes of the Swiss family-owned company and witness first-hand how the freshness gets into the chocolate.
Would you like more Glarus culture?
Then you’ve come to the right place! Discover all the museums and exhibitions in the Glarus region – from the artistic to the bizarre, from history to the present day. Whether you’re on a spontaneous discovery tour or a targeted cultural trip, you’re guaranteed to have your own personal “aha” moment. Simply browse, marvel and be inspired.
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GlarnerlandPass – your guest card and more

The GlarnerlandPass is your digital companion for an unforgettable stay in one of the most beautiful mountain regions in Switzerland. Whether you're staying overnight, visiting for the day or enjoying exclusive local resident benefits, the GlarnerlandPass makes your stay easier, more personal and more rewarding.

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