The Emmental in one house

Immerse yourself in the special atmosphere of the oldest largely original wooden building in the region. Experience the past and present of the Emmental: everyday life, trade and crafts. Meet important personalities from the region and take part in discussions. One of the largest and most important collections of Langnau ceramics as well as cooperage and Flüehliglas complete the offer.

The museum comprises a permanent exhibition with 25 exhibition rooms, a temporary exhibition on current topics, a museum store and a self-service café. The small courtyard with its cottage garden, the large arbor and the museum foyer invite visitors to linger and offer space for aperitifs or concerts. There are also special offers for children and young people.

Museum history: The museum was founded in 1930 on the basis of the historical collection of the Langnau secondary school and the private collection of a head teacher. Originally, two or three rooms of the building were allocated to the museum. Thanks to private initiatives, the collection was expanded and its importance increased. In 1961, the municipality of Langnau made more space available to the museum, and in 1981 the entire building was restored with a specially converted barn section and extended to 20 exhibition rooms. The museum was extended in spring 2009.