Overview

The Guided Tour at Cathedral Treasury Museum Chur offers a captivating journey through historical treasures. This guided experience takes place in the heart of Switzerland, where visitors can explore two unique collections within the museum.

Your guide will lead you through the Cathedral Treasury, showcasing ancient reliquaries and liturgical utensils that once adorned St. Luzi's medieval church and cathedral. Marvel at the death picture cycle from 1543, a distinctive feature in Switzerland with its 25 scenes depicting life and death within the bishop's castle.

This one-hour tour provides an insightful look into the past, allowing you to appreciate the artistry and significance of these historical artifacts. The tour is conducted in German, making it accessible for those who speak the language. Ideal for history enthusiasts, this experience offers a deeper understanding of cultural heritage.

Highlights

Meet your guide and fellow participants at 3:30 pm in front of the Episcopal Castle to start an enlightening journey.
Explore two unique collections within the Cathedral Treasury Museum, filled with ancient relics and liturgical utensils.
Marvel at the death picture cycle from 1543, a unique Swiss masterpiece featuring 25 scenes depicting life's final moments.
Dive into history during this one-hour guided tour, uncovering the significance of treasures in the museum.
Learn about medieval furnishings originally used in St. Luzi and the cathedral through expertly narrated insights.

Your Experience

Your guide will lead you through the treasures of the past and explain their significance. Marvel at two of the museum's unique collection holdings, including relics and liturgical utensils that were original furnishings of the cathedral.

Museum Highlights

Admire the death picture cycle from 1543, a unique piece in Switzerland. This work contains 25 scenes depicting death pictures from the bishop's castle. You will meet your guide and other participants at 3:30 pm at the courtyard in front of the Episcopal Castle.

Tour Experience

An experienced guide will lead you through the Cathedral Treasury Museum, showing and explaining the works of art of the past. In this one-hour guided tour, you will dive into history and learn about the treasures housed within the museum.

Practical Information

Recommended: Clothing for low temperatures in the museum (18 - 19°C)
Suitable for strollers

Inclusions

1 hour guided tour
Museum entrance
Professional guide

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Must Know

+ Language of the tour: German

Cancellation Policy

These tickets can't be rescheduled or cancelled.

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Guided tour Cathedral Treasury Museum Chur public

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