Forging in a historic smithy
Bern is home to one of the most beautiful chimneys in Switzerland. This historically significant site still uses the classic forge fire. Where horses are normally shod, you can forge your own personal fondue spit or other gadget under the guidance of a trained blacksmith. Let yourself be initiated into this archaic craft and learn interesting facts about the fine art of blacksmithing.
From hot iron to commodity
The blacksmith demonstrates how the iron is heated in the forge until it becomes red-hot and therefore malleable. Then the hammer is used: the red-hot iron is shaped on the anvil by targeted hammer blows. Become your own blacksmith.
Fondue fun à discretion
After forging, a fondue bar with wonderfully fragrant cheese fondue awaits you outdoors on the forge or in our wonderful, green paddock (under shelter in bad weather).
Spend cozy and unforgettable hours together with your team on our historic site.
Additional activities for large groups
For groups of more than 10 people, we recommend splitting the group in order to keep everyone occupied. We are happy to offer the following exciting activities:
- Carriage ride
- Stories about the horse
- Guided tour through the historical harness and carriage collection of the former EMPFA
- Vaulting demonstration
- Fun relay with hobby horse
- Horseshoe throwing
- Approach to the horse
Please contact us, we are also happy to fulfill special requests and respond to your own ideas. We look forward to seeing you!
Size of group
2 to 30 people
Division of the group from 15 pers., per group of 10 to 15 pers. approx. 1 hr.
Duration
from 1 h
Implementation
all year round
Forging is not possible on Thursdays from 17:00 and on Saturdays and Sundays.
Location
Berne
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Languages
German
Costs [CHF] |
incl. 8.1% VAT | |
| Forging | ||
| up to 10 pers. | 500.00 | |
| Cheese fondue | ||
| à discretion | 40.00 | |
Included in the price |
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| - | Forging under the guidance of our specialist staff | |
| - | Rent of the Schmitte | |
| - | Material | |
Not included |
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| - | Outward and return journey | |
| - | Drinks - billing according to consumption | |
Optional extras |
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| - | Forging barbecue skewers, letter openers or bottle openers | |
