Heididorf: Where the Heidi Story Comes to Life
Step into Heidi's world in Maienfeld: An immersive journey through the classic Swiss story and stunning Alpine scenery.
Nestled in the picturesque region of Maienfeld, Heididorf offers a unique journey into the heart of Johanna Spyri's timeless tale of Heidi. This isn't just a museum; it's an immersive experience that transports you back to the 1880s, allowing you to explore the world that inspired the beloved story. Heididorf features meticulously recreated buildings and settings from the Heidi books, including Heidi's house, furnished as it would have been in her day, and Heidi's Alp Cottage, a replica of the hut where she spent summers with her grandfather. Visitors can also see the stable, the schoolhouse, and Johanna Spyri's Heidi World, an exhibit dedicated to the author and her work. The village is designed to be interactive, encouraging visitors to touch, play, and participate in daily life as Heidi would have. Beyond the buildings, Heididorf offers a glimpse into the natural beauty that shaped Heidi's world. Enjoy the company of goats and chickens that roam the village square. A visit to the on-site gift shop and Switzerland's smallest post office provides opportunities to purchase Heidi-themed souvenirs and send postcards with a special Heididorf postmark. For those seeking a deeper connection with the landscape, the Heidi Trail (Heidiweg) offers a scenic 6.5km walk from Maienfeld train station through the town, past vineyards, and up to Heididorf. The trail continues to the Hotel Restaurant Heidihof, offering panoramic views, and then loops back through vineyards to Maienfeld.
Local tips
- Visit between March 15 and November 15, when Heididorf is open daily.
- Wear comfortable shoes to explore the village and walk the Heidi Trail.
- Check the Heidi Bus schedule if arriving by train, as it only runs on weekends and holidays from May to October.
- Allow 1-2 hours to fully experience Heididorf.
- Purchase tickets on-site, as online tickets are not available.
A brief summary to Heididorf
- Oberdörfligasse, Maienfeld, 7304, CH
- +41813301912
- Visit website
Getting There
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Walking
From the Heididorf car park, it's a short, approximately 5-minute walk to the entrance of Heididorf. Follow the signs leading from the parking area through the scenic surroundings to the village entrance.
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Public Transport
From Maienfeld train station, you can either walk to Heididorf (approx. 40 minutes) via the Heidi Trail or take the Heidi Bus, which operates on Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays from May to October. A single PostBus fare within Maienfeld is approximately CHF 3. The Heidi Trail is well-marked with red "Heidiweg" signs.
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Car
From the A13 motorway, take exit 13 (Maienfeld) and follow the brown "Heididorf" signs to the center of Maienfeld. From there, follow the signs with the car or bus symbol to the Heididorf car park, located near Hotel Restaurant Heidihof. Parking is available for a fee at Bovelweg 16. Parking fees vary.
