Bauernhof Hinterspichten, National heritage farmhouse in Meierskappel, Switzerland
Bauernhof Hinterspichten is a farmhouse in central Switzerland featuring timber beams, stone foundations, and regional construction elements typical of Swiss agricultural buildings. The structure combines residential, storage, and animal housing spaces under one roof following traditional Alpine building practices.
The building developed through multiple construction phases, with different building methods and materials incorporated by successive generations of owners. In February 2017, the farmhouse was designated a Class A Swiss cultural property, recognizing its historical and architectural importance.
The farmhouse layout reveals how farming families organized their daily work, with distinct spaces for storage, animal housing, and living quarters all under one structure. The design shows how closely work and family life were intertwined in agricultural communities.
The property is located in Meierskappel and accessible via local roads, allowing visitors to view the exterior architecture. Respect for private property should be observed, with viewing limited to the outside of the building.
The building displays traces of different construction eras in its stone walls and wooden beams, as repairs and expansions occurred across centuries. These visible variations in the masonry tell the story of the family that lived and worked here over generations.
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