Knowledge & culture
Centre Dürrenmatt Neuchâtel
Literature and art in dialogue
Did you know that Friedrich Dürrenmatt was not only a renowned writer but also a talented painter? Or that the German-speaking Swiss lived in Neuchâtel for almost 40 years and also died there? You can find out all this and much more at the Centre Dürrenmatt Neuchâtel.
Friedrich Dürrenmatt (1921–1990) became world-famous through his plays. Throughout his life, he painted and drew with great passion. «Writing was his profession, painting his passion.» The Centre Dürrenmatt allows you to get to know this lesser-known facet of the artist and presents his paintings in dialogue with his literary work.
Combine your visit to Neuchâtel with a trip to the local mountain, Chaumont. From here, you can enjoy a unique panoramic view of the Three Lakes Region and the Bernese Alps.
Opening times Today (Wednesday) open
Mon–Tues closed
Wed–Sun 11.00-17.00 hours
Subject to change without prior notice
Rates
Centre Dürrenmatt Neuchâtel admission fee
- CHF 8.00 Adults
- CHF 5.00 Concession*
- CHF 5.00 Groups of 10 or more
* Concessions: children, Students, apprentices, unemployed, AHV/IV recipients
Free entry:
Swiss Museum Pass, Raiffeisen card, proArte 26 Card, Musées Neuchâtelois Card
Prices in CHF incl. VAT / Prices and products subject to alteration.
BLS suggestion
If you are in the vicinity, you should make a stop at the botanical garden of Neuchâtel or enjoy the view from the local mount, Chaumont
How to get there
Travel comfortably by train to Neuchâtel. Approximate 15 minute walk from the station you can reech the Centre Dürrenmatt
