Heididorf, Schaan Region Travel Guide

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Step into the world of Heidi in Maienfeld, Switzerland, and experience the charm and beauty of this classic story.

Experience the world of Johanna Spyri's beloved Heidi at Heididorf, a charming village in Maienfeld. This interactive open-air museum recreates the setting of the classic children's novel, offering a glimpse into 19th-century Swiss mountain life.

A brief summary to Heididorf

Oberdörfligasse, Maienfeld, 7304, CH
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Know before you go

Hi, I'm Eve. Here are a few practical things to know before exploring Heididorf.

Heididorf is open daily from mid-March to mid-November. Check the official website for exact dates and winter opening days.
Purchase tickets on-site, as online tickets are not currently available.
Allow 1-2 hours to fully experience Heididorf.
Dogs are allowed in Heididorf but must be kept on a leash. They are not permitted inside the buildings.

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Getting There

Public Transport

From Maienfeld railway station, take the Heidi Bus (PostBus), which operates on Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays from May to October. The bus ride to Heididorf takes approximately 6 minutes. A single ticket costs CHF 1-3. Alternatively, you can walk from the station to Heididorf via the Heidiweg, a scenic route through the town and vineyards, which takes about 35-40 minutes. Luggage storage is available at the Heidi-Shop/Tourist Information near the train station for a small fee.
Car

From the A13 motorway, take exit 13 (Maienfeld) and follow the brown signs for "Heididorf". These signs will lead you to the center of Maienfeld. From there, follow the signs with the car or bus symbol to the Heididorf car park, located directly in front of the Hotel Restaurant Heidihof. Parking is free. From the car park, it's a 5-10 minute walk to the entrance of Heididorf.

Discover more about Heididorf

Nestled in the scenic Canton of Graubünden, Heididorf transports visitors to the heart of Johanna Spyri's timeless tale of Heidi. This isn't just a museum; it's an immersive experience where you can step back in time to the 1880s and explore the world of the spirited orphan girl.Heididorf features meticulously recreated buildings, including Heidi's house, furnished as it would have been in her day. Visitors are encouraged to interact with the environment, touching and experiencing what life was like in the Swiss Alps during that era. The village also includes a barn with goats, a schoolhouse, and a museum dedicated to Johanna Spyri and the history of Heidi.Founded in 1997, Heididorf aims to preserve and share the values of honesty, helpfulness, and love for nature that Heidi embodies. It's a place where children and adults alike can connect with the story and appreciate the beauty of the Swiss landscape that inspired it. Don't miss the smallest post office in Switzerland, where you can send a postcard with a special Heididorf postmark.