Ticket for the Forum of Swiss History in Schwyz

Museums & art galleries

Lucerne, Switzerland

Free Cancellation

Language: English , Italian , French , German

Mobile voucher accepted

Duration: Fixable

Instant Confirmation

Guided Tour

e-Voucher

Group Tour

Do this because

There are virtual guides, multimedia stations and original artefacts bringing history to life

The exhibition includes hands-on elements like dressing up as a knight or noble lady

You'll explore the 12th to 14th centuries and the Swiss Confederation's origins

What to expect

Step inside the "Switzerland in the Making" exhibition at the Forum of Swiss History in Schwyz and embark on a journey into the Middle Ages. This interactive experience combines virtual guides, multimedia stations, and original artefacts to bring the early days of the Old Confederation to life.As you move through the exhibition, you'll encounter figures such as knights, mule drivers, and early Confederates who shaped the region's history. Younger visitors and adults can enjoy hands‑on elements, including the chance to dress up as a knight or a noble lady for a memorable photo.Focusing on the 12th to 14th centuries, the exhibition highlights the origins and early development of the Swiss Confederation. It also introduces ongoing historical debates about when, where, and how Switzerland's story truly began. This permanent exhibition offers an engaging way to understand over seven centuries of history.

What's included

Entrance fees

What to remember

Accessibility:

All floors of the museum are accessible via lifts

A wheelchair can be reserved free of charge with prior registration

Not allowed:

Dogs are not allowed inside the museum, except for guide dogs

Pushchairs and strollers are not allowed in the exhibition rooms

Know in advance:

A free app with audio guide and route guidance is available in English, French, German and Italian

Buggies and baby carriers are available at the museum’s welcome desk

Provider

Swiss Activities AG

Booking Fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Cancellation Fee

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins

Where

Forum Schweizer Geschichte Schwyz, Zeughausstrasse, Hofmatt 5, 6430 Schwyz, Switzerland

Meeting point:

Show your voucher at the entrance to the Forum of Swiss History in Schwyz. Paid parking is available in the Hofmatt parking garage, right next to the museum. Public transport: bus stop Schwyz Zentrum. From Schwyz train station, take bus no. 501 towards Muotathal.