Welcome to the Swiss Ornithological Institute in Sempach

As a non-profit foundation sponsored by the public we are engaged in research and conservation projects and launch information campaigns in support of our native birds.

Service

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Birds of Switzerland

414 Bird species in the database
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Projects

Project IP-SUISSE - Integrated farming
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Vision Visitor Centre

The more people we can captivate by the sight of our feathered friends, the greater the boost to our conservation efforts and support for threatened wild birds.

Therefore, the exhibition shall convey fascinating imformation about wild birds and our work at the Swiss Ornithological Institute. We offer a unique experience that sets new standards.

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The essentials in brief

Public Schools, families, people interested in nature, tourists, firms, clubs; more than 30‘000 visitors a year.
Operator The Swiss Ornithological Institute, Sempach
Exhibition Steiner Sarnen Schweiz
Architecture :mlzd, Biel
Landscape Garding Fontana Landschaftsarchitektur, Basel
Costs 14,4 Mio CHF
Construction time 2013-2015, planned opening: spring 2015

Timetable

2009 Exhibition concept
2010 Architectural competition
Winter 2010/11 – summer 2011 Planning of new building and exhibition
Spring 2011 – spring 2013 Generating external funding
Autumn 2011 – winter 2011/12 Building permission
Spring 2013 Construction decision by the Foundation Council
Summer 2013 – spring 2015 Construction
Autumn 2014 Landscaping of garden and surrounding area
Winter 2014/15 Construction of exhibition
Spring 2015 Opening

Contact

Matthias KestenholzE-Mail
Tel. 041 462 97 00