Heidi Village, Maienfeld
Heididorf
The real-life inspiration for the story of 'Heidi', with a reconstructed Heidi's house, a goat pen and Peter's hut; ideal for families and fairy-tale fans.
Johanna Spyri's novel 'Heidi' is set on the slopes around Maienfeld. Heididorf is located at Oberrofels and has a reconstructed Heidi's house, small farms with goats and rabbits, and a souvenir shop. You can follow the 'Heidi Trail' up through the vineyards to 'Grandfather's Alpine Hut'. Entry costs about CHF 13, and it is open roughly March to November. From Chur, take the train for about 15 minutes to Maienfeld, then walk about 30 minutes or take a shuttle bus.
Opening hours
About March–November, 10:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Tamina Gorge
- Vaduz Castle & Vaduz
- Bündner Kunstmuseum
- Rätisches Museum
- St. Martin's Church, Chur
- Chur Cathedral
- Chur Old Town
- Pizol (Five Lakes Hike)