The building complex
The large, stepped building complex, which stands out from the overall appearance of the village thanks to its brickwork, is of above-average value. According to art historian Walter Ruppen, the stone foundation on which the wooden building, erected in 1852, stands dates back to the second half of the 17th century. The cellar walls with their arches point to this period.
The eastern part of the wall, the actual tower, was built much earlier. Historically, it probably has a connection with the stone granary from 1395 located slightly to the south, a date revealed by the dendrochronological examination carried out by the Office of Archaeology of the City of Zurich. The tower-like building to the east of the wooden part could probably date back to the time when noble families ruled over Mund (13th-14th century). It is well known that these ruling dynasties lived in tower or castle-like buildings to demonstrate their power.
The historical exhibition "Old Living"
As soon as you enter the house, you feel as if you have been transported back in time. The cultural-historical living exhibition shows a typical living situation from the past. How did people live back then, how did they cook and how did they work? The "Old Living" exhibition shows all this and much more. The knowledgeable guides complement the exhibits with fascinating stories about the lives of the people in Mund.
Admission
In summer, the exhibition is open every Thursday by prior arrangement.
Admission to the "Old Living" exhibition is free with the guest card, otherwise CHF 5.00 per person
For groups of 10 people or more, tours can also be organised outside the summer months by prior arrangement.
Reservation
Blatten-Belalp Tourism
+41 27 921 60 40
tourismus@belalp.ch
