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Museums in Glarus

The Kunsthaus Glarus, the Freulerpalast in Näfels and the textile and industrial history of the Linth Valley.

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Glarus Museum Guide

Our guide lists 6 museums in Glarus across 6 towns and cities. You’ll find the widest choice in Diesbach (1), Elm (1), and Ennenda (1).

Broken down by focus, the largest shares go to History & Cultural History (33%), Art & Design (17%), and People & Literature (17%) – 5 of our 12 categories are represented.

Where prices are published, a regular adult ticket costs CHF 10 at the median, and the middle half charge between CHF 10 and CHF 12.

2 museums are fully wheelchair accessible, 4 offer dedicated programs for families, and 1 has a café or restaurant. These figures come from our ongoing research – museums whose details we haven’t verified yet aren’t included in the counts.

Cities with the most museums

  • Diesbach1
  • Elm1
  • Ennenda1
  • Glarus1
  • Mollis1
  • Näfels1

Frequently asked questions

How many museums are there in Glarus?

Our directory currently lists 6 museums in Glarus across 6 towns and cities.

What are the best-known museums in Glarus?

Some of the best known are Anna Göldi Museum, Kunsthaus Glarus, Museum des Landes Glarus, Schiefertafelfabrik Elm, and Thomas-Legler-Haus.

Which museums in Glarus are wheelchair accessible?

2 museums are fully wheelchair accessible, including Anna Göldi Museum and Kunsthaus Glarus. Others are partially accessible – you’ll find the details on each museum’s page.

How much does it cost to visit museums in Glarus?

A regular adult ticket costs CHF 10 at the median, with prices ranging from CHF 5 to CHF 18. Children, students and families usually pay less.

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