Helmhaus

Art museum · Fluntern ·

Helmhaus

Art museum · Fluntern ·

Contemporary Swiss art gallery on the Limmat River

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Limmatquai 31, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland Get directions

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"The Helmhaus is situated right down at the picturesque river Limmat. It dedicates itself to the contemporary, Swiss art scene. A special focus is put on the vivid local art scene with its progressive projects ranging from artists such as Alex Sadkowsky (pic 2) to Marc-Antoine Fehr (pic 4 & 5). Artist talks give firsthand insights to the current exhibition and connect artists with visitors." - Plasmadesign Studio

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Helmhaus

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"Helmhaus, Kreis 1 by Plasmadesign Studio. The Helmhaus is situated right down at the picturesque river Limmat. It dedicates itself to the contemporary, Swiss art scene. A special focus is put on the vivid local art scene with its progressive projects ranging from artists such as Alex Sadkowsky (pic 2) to Marc-Antoine Fehr (pic 4 & 5). Artist talks give firsthand insights to the current exhibition and connect artists with visitors."

Zurich

Helmhaus

The Explorer D.

Google

Helmhaus is a contemporary art museum that works well as a mental reset and a change of perspective. The exhibition is minimalist and conceptual: the first rooms are intentionally empty, followed by installations with screens, sound, and objects in various shades of yellow. Admission is free, which makes the visit especially pleasant. This place is either for those who enjoy contemporary art and look for meaning in it, or simply for anyone who wants to slow down, detach, and observe. A nice bonus is the beautiful view from the windows over the city and the river.

GT H.

Google

Adjacent/ river side of this building we saw a pair of Great Crested Grebes doing what appeared to be a mating ritual in the river. So romantic (for them). Also saw swans. And a couple ill advised humans swimming in the river in February. All in all, an interesting spot along the river.

Jerry

Google

Hard to understand but good for a visit. Updated, one of my favorite free museum in Zurich. Update, visited one more time. Very nice for afternoon before closing visit, with the strong summer sunlight.

Darina Z.

Google

Contemporary , strange, sometimes very weird art... I personally like this free of charge art gallery a lot. Besides the coolest exhibitions you can enjoy the center location and the view from the gallery’s windows.

Josh C

Google

Great views of the Fraumünster. Across the street and up the stairs, just next to the Grossmünsterplatz, there is a great view for sunsets. Totally recommend it for photo locations

Alejandro N.

Google

Beautiful museum for temporary, modern art exhibitions in a the heart of Zürich. It's worth a visit both because of the collection, which regularly changes, displaying (mostly) local and Swiss creators, and because of the symbolic building that hosts them - and the views of the riverside of town from it. Access is (as far as I know) always free, and the visit won't take too long (10-30 min, depending on your own pace). I would recommend it if you live there or stay for long. I would not argue it is a must-visit part of the town, though.

Despo E.

Google

Really enjoyed this museum, so engaging and current artists are there to talk about the work! Would definitely like to visit again when I'm back in Zurich!

Daicai

Google

There was nothing of note to admire in the exhibition, which rather wasted such an excellent venue.

Tanya K.

Yelp

The most unfriendly "museum" staff I have ever encountered. We went for a photography exhibition. The space is rather large and stark white, perfect for a photography exhibition. There were literally four other individuals viewing the exhibition so it was not crowded. We were immediately accosted by a gruff female employee who demanded that one of us stay outside of the exhibition space with our toddler who was sleeping in her stroller. There were no signs stating that toddlers or strollers werent allowed. As we have lived here long enough to know how to deal with the rude and pushy swiss german we firmly told her "NO!" And continued on our way. She evil eyed us as we left but didn't dare try stating anything else. I won't go back.

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https://onthegrid.city/zurich/kreis-1/helmhaus

Helmhaus

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18,031 Postcards · 836 Cities

Zurich

Helmhaus

The Explorer D.

Google

GT H.

Google

Jerry

Google

Darina Z.

Google

Josh C

Google

Great views of the Fraumünster. Across the street and up the stairs, just next to the Grossmünsterplatz, there is a great view for sunsets. Totally recommend it for photo locations

Alejandro N.

Google

Despo E.

Google

Really enjoyed this museum, so engaging and current artists are there to talk about the work! Would definitely like to visit again when I'm back in Zurich!

Daicai

Google

There was nothing of note to admire in the exhibition, which rather wasted such an excellent venue.

Tanya K.

Yelp

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