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Heididorf: Where the Heidi Story Comes to Life

Experience the enchanting world of Heidi in the Swiss Alps. Explore Heidi's house, interact with animals, and immerse yourself in this timeless story.

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Step into the world of Johanna Spyri's beloved Heidi at Heididorf, a charming village in Maienfeld. This living museum recreates the setting of the classic children's novel, offering visitors a glimpse into 19th-century Swiss Alpine life. Explore Heidi's house, a replica of her grandfather's hut, and the schoolhouse, all while surrounded by stunning mountain scenery.

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Local tips

  • Heididorf is open daily from mid-March to mid-November, but check the website for specific dates and winter opening times.
  • Purchase tickets on-site, as online tickets are not currently available.
  • Wear comfortable shoes to walk the Heidi Trail, a scenic route from Maienfeld train station to Heididorf.
  • Visit the Heidi Shop for souvenirs and local culinary specialties.
  • Dogs are allowed in Heididorf, but must be kept on a leash and are not permitted in the buildings.
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Getting There

  • Public Transport

    From Maienfeld train station, you can reach Heididorf by taking the Heidi Bus (PostBus), which operates on Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays from May to October. The bus ride takes approximately 6 minutes and costs CHF 1-3. Alternatively, you can walk from the station to Heididorf via the Heidi Trail in about 35-40 minutes. If you have luggage, you can store it at the Heidi-Shop/Tourist Information at Bahnhofstrasse 1 for a small fee.

  • Taxi

    Taxis are available from Maienfeld train station to Heididorf. The ride takes about 4 minutes and costs approximately CHF 13-16. Taxi stands are located near the train station exit.

  • Driving

    If driving, take the A13 motorway and exit at Maienfeld (exit 13). Follow the brown signs for "Heididorf" to reach the village center. From there, follow the signs with the car or bus symbol to the Heididorf car park, located near Hotel Restaurant Heidihof. Parking is free. From the car park, it's a 5-minute walk to Heididorf.

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Heididorf, located in Maienfeld, brings Johanna Spyri's world-famous Heidi story to life. This isn't just a place for book lovers; it's a living museum that immerses visitors in the traditional Alpine way of life. The village aims to recreate the setting of the novels as faithfully as possible, offering an emotional journey back to the Swiss mountain landscape of the late 19th century. Explore Heidi's House, a 300-year-old building furnished as it would have been in Heidi's time. Discover how Heidi and Alpöhi (her grandfather) lived, with a cellar for preserving food and a simple bedroom on the top floor. Visit Heidi's Alp Cottage, a replica of the hut where she spent her summers with her grandfather, and experience how she lived through audio-visual displays. The village also features a barn with goats and a horse-drawn carriage, and a schoolhouse located in the town hall, showcasing the Swiss education system in the 1880s. The Johanna Spyri Museum displays the author's original works and props from Heidi films. Visitors can also send postcards from Switzerland's smallest post office, complete with a special Heididorf postmark. Heididorf encourages interaction, inviting visitors to touch and play with the exhibits. Roam around the village square with goats and chickens to experience Heidi's animal-filled life. Guided tours are available in multiple languages, offering insights into Heidi's world, medicinal herbs, and traditional cheese-making.

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