Franz Gertsch Museum

The Franz Gertsch Museum is an art museum in Burgdorf that focuses on large-scale paintings and woodcut prints. The building comprises two white concrete cubes arranged at right angles around a garden, offering five exhibition rooms.

The museum was founded in 2002 when a local industrialist used his foundation to create a permanent exhibition space for Swiss artist Franz Gertsch. This establishment marked the decision to bring a complete archive of the artist's works together in one location.

The museum displays works by a Swiss artist known for large-scale paintings and woodcut prints. The exhibition spaces highlight handmade artistic techniques that emphasize drawing and graphic art.

The museum offers guided tours and art workshops for smaller groups of visitors. School classes receive special rates for art-focused discussions before the works on display.

The building resulted from close collaboration between two renowned Swiss architects and the artist himself. The designed surroundings, with their white walls and central garden, were specifically created to house his works.

Location: Burgdorf

Inception: 2002

Official opening: 2002

Part of: list of cultural properties in Burgdorf

Address: Platanenstrasse 3, 3400 Burgdorf

Website: https://museum-franzgertsch.ch

GPS coordinates: 47.05793,7.62494

Latest update: December 8, 2025 21:07