The Heidi village is the original location of the filming of the Heidi story. Here in Maienfeld the author Johanna Spiry was inspired and since then nothing has been changed. Everything is furnished as it was in 1880. In the town hall stable you can visit the goats of Geissenpeter, whom Heidi accompanied every day. The horse and carriage are also housed here. Next to the Heidi house there is also Heidi's alpine hut and the town hall with the village school. The post office and the village store are also still there
The Heidi village is the original location of the filming of the Heidi story. Here in Maienfeld the author Johanna Spiry was inspired and since then nothing has been changed. Everything is furnished as it was in 1880. In the town hall stable you can visit the goats of Geissenpeter, whom Heidi accompanied every day. The horse and carriage are also housed here. Next to the Heidi house there is also Heidi's alpine hut and the town hall with the village school. The post office and the village store are also still there
Experience the original setting of the world famous story of Heidi. Immerse yourself in the famous Heidi myth and discover the world of 1880.
Experience the original setting of the world famous story of Heidi. Immerse yourself in the famous Heidi myth and discover the world of 1880.
+ Guided tour takes place in all weather conditions + wear clothes and shoes suitable for the weather + Implementation from 4 people
Experience the original setting of the world famous story of Heidi. Immerse yourself in the famous Heidi myth and discover the world of 1880.
+ Guided tour takes place in all weather conditions + wear clothes and shoes suitable for the weather + Implementation from 4 people
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Travel guide
The Heididorf is wonderfully suitable for children, but under the age of 10 only when accompanied by an adult.
Dogs are allowed on a leash. However, in front of buildings and museums they wait tied up outside.
The direct route between Maienfeld train station and the Heidi village is well suited for wheelchairs and strollers. The section (No. 7) of the circular trail between Heidihof and Heidibrunnen is unfortunately not.
The original location of the filming of the Heidi myth is much more than just a museum. It takes you on a journey through time that will not let you go again so quickly.
Heididorf is located near the small town of Maienfeld. From Maienfeld train station, you can reach Heididorf via the Heidiweg, which is stroller-friendly along this section. The walking time is about 35 minutes (2.4 km).
SBB trains run approximately every half hour from St. Gallen towards Chur. On the way, you’ll pass through Rorschach, Sargans, and Bad Ragaz. You have two options from here:
In total, you should plan for about 1.5 to 2 hours for the journey from St. Gallen.
From Zurich, it takes about 1 to 1.5 hours (also heading towards Chur) via Sargans. You can switch to the Thurbo train in Sargans, which takes about 7 minutes to Maienfeld station.
You can leave larger pieces of luggage here until your departure:
From May to October, on weekends and holidays, you can take the postbus from Maienfeld station directly to Heididorf.
If you're driving from Lake Constance, take the A13 motorway. From Zurich, take the A3 to Sargans and then switch to the A13. The exit 13 leads to Maienfeld.
Brown signposts with the label "Heididorf" and a car or bus symbol will guide you to the parking lot, which is located right by the Hotel Restaurant Heidihof.
For your navigation device, it’s best to enter Bovelweg 16 in Maienfeld or the coordinates: 47.017255, 9.543333.
Additional parking spaces are available at Heidihof and Heidibrunnen.
In the Heididorf, you'll be instantly transported back to the 19th century. The village is an experiential site where you can learn to live just like they did back then. You'll be amazed at what you can create for daily use with simple means. You'll learn some trades from that time like spinning or cheese-making, and acquire knowledge that has long been forgotten.
On the village square, both kids and adults can pet Heidi's favorite animals. Feeding them is allowed here. The Heidi Path is a circular route between the historic town of Maienfeld and the Heidihof. You’ll pass through the train station, beautiful vineyards, and arrive at the Heidihof. Here, you'll find a walkable oak tree. A spiral staircase takes you up into the treetops.
On the way back through the vineyards to Maienfeld, you'll come across the Heidi Fountain. The path is marked in red as the Heidi Path and is about 6.5 km long.
Swiss Activities Offers for the Heidi Village
The Heididorf is wonderfully suitable for children, but under the age of 10 only when accompanied by an adult.
Dogs are allowed on a leash. However, in front of buildings and museums they wait tied up outside.
The direct route between Maienfeld train station and the Heidi village is well suited for wheelchairs and strollers. The section (No. 7) of the circular trail between Heidihof and Heidibrunnen is unfortunately not.
The original location of the filming of the Heidi myth is much more than just a museum. It takes you on a journey through time that will not let you go again so quickly.
Heididorf is located near the small town of Maienfeld. From Maienfeld train station, you can reach Heididorf via the Heidiweg, which is stroller-friendly along this section. The walking time is about 35 minutes (2.4 km).
SBB trains run approximately every half hour from St. Gallen towards Chur. On the way, you’ll pass through Rorschach, Sargans, and Bad Ragaz. You have two options from here:
In total, you should plan for about 1.5 to 2 hours for the journey from St. Gallen.
From Zurich, it takes about 1 to 1.5 hours (also heading towards Chur) via Sargans. You can switch to the Thurbo train in Sargans, which takes about 7 minutes to Maienfeld station.
You can leave larger pieces of luggage here until your departure:
From May to October, on weekends and holidays, you can take the postbus from Maienfeld station directly to Heididorf.
If you're driving from Lake Constance, take the A13 motorway. From Zurich, take the A3 to Sargans and then switch to the A13. The exit 13 leads to Maienfeld.
Brown signposts with the label "Heididorf" and a car or bus symbol will guide you to the parking lot, which is located right by the Hotel Restaurant Heidihof.
For your navigation device, it’s best to enter Bovelweg 16 in Maienfeld or the coordinates: 47.017255, 9.543333.
Additional parking spaces are available at Heidihof and Heidibrunnen.
In the Heididorf, you'll be instantly transported back to the 19th century. The village is an experiential site where you can learn to live just like they did back then. You'll be amazed at what you can create for daily use with simple means. You'll learn some trades from that time like spinning or cheese-making, and acquire knowledge that has long been forgotten.
On the village square, both kids and adults can pet Heidi's favorite animals. Feeding them is allowed here. The Heidi Path is a circular route between the historic town of Maienfeld and the Heidihof. You’ll pass through the train station, beautiful vineyards, and arrive at the Heidihof. Here, you'll find a walkable oak tree. A spiral staircase takes you up into the treetops.
On the way back through the vineyards to Maienfeld, you'll come across the Heidi Fountain. The path is marked in red as the Heidi Path and is about 6.5 km long.
Swiss Activities Offers for the Heidi Village
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