Heididorf: Where the Heidi Story Comes to Life
Step into Johanna Spyri's Heidi world in Heididorf, Maienfeld: Experience the charm of the Swiss Alps and the beloved story's origins.
Immerse yourself in the world of Johanna Spyri's beloved Heidi at Heididorf, a charming village in Maienfeld. Experience the story's origins with Heidi's house, a museum, and the smallest post office in Switzerland, all set against the stunning Swiss Alps backdrop.
A brief summary to Heididorf
- Oberdörfligasse, Maienfeld, 7304, CH
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Local tips
- Visit between March and November, when Heididorf is fully open. Check the official website for specific dates, as they may vary.
- Take the Heidi Trail from Maienfeld train station for a scenic 40-minute walk through the town and vineyards to Heididorf.
- Allow 1-2 hours to fully explore Heididorf, including the buildings and museum.
- Purchase tickets on-site; online tickets are not currently available.
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Getting There
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Public Transport
From Maienfeld train station, you have a few options to reach Heididorf. The Heidi Bus (PostBus route 14) operates on Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays from May to October, stopping directly at Heididorf. The bus ride takes approximately 4-6 minutes and costs CHF 1-3. Alternatively, you can walk along the Heidi Trail (Heidiweg), a scenic 2.4km route that takes around 35-40 minutes. Luggage storage is available at the Heidi-Shop/Tourist Information near the train station for a small fee.
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Taxi
A taxi from Maienfeld train station to Heididorf takes about 4 minutes and costs approximately CHF 13-16. Taxis are readily available at the train station. From the center of Maienfeld, a taxi to Heididorf will take approximately 3 minutes and cost CHF 11-14.
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Driving
From the A13 motorway, take exit 13 (Maienfeld) and follow the brown 'Heididorf' signs. These signs will lead you to the center of Maienfeld. From there, follow the signs with the car symbol to Heididorf. The Heididorf car park is located near Hotel Restaurant Heidihof. Parking is free. The navigation address for the Heididorf visitor car park is Bovelweg 16, 7304 Maienfeld. Be aware that the road to Heididorf is narrow.
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