Magical, quiet, impressive: kriSTALL Guttannen

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kriSTALL opens a window into the fascinating world of crystal. In the smallest of spaces, housed in a well-preserved barn in Guttannen, you will embark on a magical journey through the treasures of the Grimsel massif and the people who have dedicated their lives to these gems. The history of crystal mining in Guttannen is not only one of splendour – it is also one of suffering, courage and tireless searching. At the heart of the kriSTALL experience is the extraordinary collection belonging to the Rufibach family, generations of which went up into the mountains and displayed hard work, passion and unwavering dedication in search of the light within the stone. kriSTALL brings to life the eventful history of this family – and an entire valley. Sparkling, unique crystals, light installations, video profiles and interactive stations revive the past, leading visitors to a place where the power of rock meets the power of storytelling.

Group programmes and exclusive visits to kriSTALL Experience kriSTALL Guttannen in depth; learn more about the village’s fascinating history or tmineral hunting. The programmes, lasting around 60 minutes, include a visit to kriSTALL Guttannen as well as an in-depth discussion on a specific theme and a guided tour led by our passionate guides, our crystal experts or the project initiators. Please be aware, that our group programmes are available in German only at the moment.

Opening hours
Summer (May – October; Grimsel mountain pass open)
Monday to Sunday, 10.00 a.m. – 6.00 p.m.

Winter (November - April; Grimsel mountain pass closed)
Wednesday to Sunday, 1.00 – 5.00 p.m.

If you wish, you can also book kriSTALL exclusively and outside opening hours; please get in touch with us to arrange this.

Group sitze max. 30 people
Space in the exhibition area is limited, so we would be grateful if you could book your group visit (10 people or more) in advance.