Kunst Museum Winterthur

The Kunstmuseum Winterthur operates across three separate buildings housing European art spanning the 17th century through contemporary times. The collections range from Dutch and German masters to French Impressionist works, offering a broad journey through art history.

The museum was established in 1916 as Switzerland's first private art collection opened to the public. Its growth came through generous donations from collectors like Oskar Reinhart and the Hahnloser-Bühler family, who contributed their personal holdings.

The name references Oskar Reinhart, the collector whose passion shaped this institution into what visitors see today. Walking through the rooms, you sense how one person's dedication to art became a gift for the entire community.

A single ticket provides access to all three buildings, making it convenient to see the entire collection in one visit. The locations are within walking distance of each other in central Winterthur.

The collection holds one of Europe's largest holdings of Fernand Léger paintings, making Winterthur an unexpected center for this modern artist. This concentrated body of work attracts admirers from across Europe and beyond.

Location: Winterthur

Accessibility: Wheelchair inaccessible

Operator: Kunstverein Winterthur

Address: Stadthausstrasse 6, 8400 Winterthur

Opening Hours: Tuesday-Sunday 10:00-17:00; Thursday 10:00-20:00

Phone: +41522675172

Website: https://kmw.ch/museum/portrait-reinhart-am-stadtgarten

GPS coordinates: 47.50049,8.72900

Latest update: December 12, 2025 17:45