The museum is small, but so is the town. Of course, it will never measure up to some fancy New York museum and a visit typically will take 1h. However, there is surprisingly world class art found in this museum by Alberto Giacometti, Ernst Ludwig Kirchner and other local artists. Therefore, not to be missed when in Chur. The paintings and sculptures are found in an older, historic villa and a very modern, somewhat cold modern east wing, where the entrance is found. Adjacent to the old west wind, there is a charming Cafe with its own...
Read moreIf staying in Chur be sure to get the guest card from your hotel to get free entry to this well thought out museum Covering local art, installation art, changing exhibitions and spread across an old building and.a.modern building this is a good place to while away a couple of hours. I was impressed by the expressive woodcuts
Though I didn't visit it, it was apparent that the cafe attached to the museum with its beautiful setting was a main draw for locals, as they supped cafe und kuchen in the precincts of.the grand old...
Read moreIf you find yourself in Chur, Switzerland, I highly recommend the beautiful fine arts museum there. The minimalist concrete architecture is breathtaking inside. After enjoying the art, including several interesting mixed-media pieces, and appreciating the design of the floors, walls, and stairs, there's a wonderful cafe where you can sit, discuss the art, and soak up the ambiance....
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