On foot to the edges of Europe
The special exhibition allows visitors to immerse themselves in the fascination of "long-distance hiking" - honest, touching and horizon-expanding.
From 23.01 to 16.08 2026 in the Sandstone Pavilion
35 years. Ten routes. A continent underfoot. For over three decades, the Lucerne long-distance hiker Jürg Schaffhuser has been walking countless monthly stages from Lucerne to the edges of Europe. He doesn't just walk - he listens, observes and lets his thoughts wander into the distance.
"You don't walk on the paths, but paths come towards you."
Jürg Schaffhuser, long-distance hiker & author
A story of being on the road
Schaffhuser's maps, pictures and diary entries document the unique hiking project at . The exhibition is complemented by a documentary short film by the well-known filmmaker Beat Bieri, who accompanied Schaffhuser in Sicily.
Public guided tours
Jürg Schaffhuser talks personally about his long-distance hikes. Registration is not necessary.
Sunday, January 25: 2 / 3 / 4 p.m.
Sunday March 1: 2 / 3 / 4 p.m.
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