Swissminiatur
The miniature park in Melide shows over 130 models of Swiss structures and means of transport at 1:25 scale plus workshop access.
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Om museet
The idea for the park came from Valais resident Pierre Vuigner, municipal secretary and grocer from Grimisuat, who was inspired by the Dutch Madurodam. After searching across Switzerland, he found the right location in Melide on Lake Lugano; the municipality initially gave him the land for 30 years, the contract was later extended several times and runs until 2042. On June 6, 1959, Swissminiatur opened, still with unfinished lawns and a Matterhorn just being built.
In the 1970s the park experienced a boom because many guests came from Italy across the border; Vuigner invested in new models and attractions and advertised with renowned artists. After the lira exchange rate collapsed, the park increasingly attracted guests from other countries. In 1986, Vuigner handed over management to his two sons.
Today the park displays over 130 handcrafted models of famous buildings, monuments and means of transport at the rare 1:25 scale, plus a model railroad with about 3,560 meters of track and 18 trains, cable cars, ships and a highway. In studio and workshop, partly into the mountain, the models are built, restored and maintained.
Højdepunkter
- Over 130 models of Swiss structures at 1:25 scale
- Model railroad network with approx. 3,560 m of track and 18 trains
- Studio and workshop where models are made
- Mascot Rudy with quiz, escape city and family activities
- View of Lake Lugano, Monte Generoso and San Salvatore
Permanente udstillinger
- Die Schweiz im Massstab 1:25 – Over 130 handcrafted models of famous buildings, monuments and means of transport in open air, connected by model railroad network with trains, cable cars and ships.
- Atelier und Werkstatt – Craftspeople build and restore models; guests can watch them work.
- Grundlagt
- 1959
- Ejer
- Management Swissminiatur SA
Entrépriser & rabatter
| Voksne | 22 CHF |
|---|---|
| Nedsat pris | 17 CHFStudents from 16 and IV recipients (17 CHF); AHV recipients pay 18 CHF |
| Børn og unge | 15 CHFgratis til og med 5 år · Children and young people 6 to 15 years; younger children free |
| Pensionister | 18 CHFAHV recipients |
| Personer med handicap | 17 CHFWith IV card |
| Studerende og elever | 17 CHFStudents from 16 and IV |
| Grupper (fra 10 pers.) | –Groups 10+ on request via group form. School classes: students 6–15 years 9 CHF, 16+ years 12 CHF, adult accompanying persons 16.50 CHF, one teacher per class free. |
| Familier | 40 CHF1 adult with children 6 to 15 years; 2 adults with children cost 60 CHF |
| Family ticket (2 adults + children 6–15 years) | 60 CHF |
| Annual subscription (2 adults + children 6–15 years) | 100 CHF |
| Studio tour for school classes (approx. 20 minutes) | 50 CHFPer class, plus admission |
Discounts at ticket office upon presentation of card: 20% with Lugano Holiday Card, Melide Tourist Card and Ticino Ticket, 30% with Swiss Travel Pass (with valid ticket), 10% or 5% cashback in LVGA points with MyLugano Card or MyLugano Pass; 20% with RailAway combination offer. Combination tickets with other Lake Lugano attractions sold online. Tickets valid one year from purchase.
Tilgængelighed
- Kørestolsvenlig: ingen oplysninger
- Elevator: ingen oplysninger
- Handicaptoilet: ingen oplysninger
- Handicapparkering: ingen oplysninger
- Servicehunde tilladt: ingen oplysninger
- Taktile tilbud: ingen oplysninger
- Rundvisninger på tegnsprog: ingen oplysninger
- Letlæste tilbud: ingen oplysninger
- Synstolkning: ingen oplysninger
According to park note, Melide station not accessible for people with mobility restrictions. Dogs welcome.
Børn og familie
Velegnet til børn og familier
| Besøgets varighed | ca. 60 min. |
|---|---|
| Entré for børn | gratis til og med 5 år |
| Familiebillet | 40 CHF · 1 adult with children 6 to 15 years; 2 adults with children cost 60 CHF |
- Familieomvisninger & workshops
- Opgavehæfte, skattejagt eller audioguide for børn
Mascot Rudy accompanies guests with quiz tour (15 questions), coloring book and activities; also escape city on founding of Swiss Confederation and family events. Children 6 to 15 years must be accompanied by adults.
Transport & parkering
Med offentlig transport
Melide (Bahnhof) · 200 m
By train from Lugano in 7 minutes to Melide; by ship from Lugano in about 35 minutes to Melide landing stage.
I bil
Betalingsparkering
Limited public paid parking in area; parking spots in adjacent area by arrangement with park.
Public transport arrival recommended. By car on A2 exit Melide (from south) or Bissone/Campione d'Italia (from north). Melide ship landing is about 400 m from park.
Planlæg ruteService & spisesteder
- Restaurant: findes ikke
- Museumsbutik
Take-away kiosk with panini and snacks (also vegetarian and vegan), ice cream and drinks; souvenir shop in park.
Arrangementer & udlejning
- Lokaler til leje
- Firmaarrangementer
Op til 250 personer.
Salon with park view: up to 250 people (reception), 100 (banquet), 80 (theater seating) or 40 (seminar); team building offers.
Forespørgsel & detaljerPlanlæg dit besøg
| Rundvisninger | ja · varighed ca. 30 min. |
|---|---|
| Tilbud til skoler | ja |
| Godt at vide | Park can be visited in approximately one hour according to its information. For groups 10+ after registration (booking@swissminiatur.ch), a 30-minute tour of studio and workshop; for school classes approx. 20 minutes. Model guide overview available online. |
