Opening of the sound house at Schwendisee
After three years of construction, the Klanghaus on Lake Schwendi will open in May 2025. The visionary timber construction combines music, landscape and society and brings new impetus to Toggenburg.
With the Klanghaus, Toggenburg has gained a cultural landmark that radiates far beyond the region. Built from wood and embedded in the pre-Alpine landscape, the Klanghaus is not only an acoustic space, but also a platform for encounters, creativity and sound research. Four specially designed sound rooms and two outdoor stages offer space for rehearsals, concerts, workshops and sound experiments, open to professionals and amateurs alike.
From idea to reality
The vision of a building that makes sounds audible and tangible was sealed in 2019 with a referendum. After intensive political and social preparatory work, construction work began in 2022. With investments of 23.3 million Swiss francs, a project was realized that embodies progress in rural areas in an exemplary manner. The Klanghaus is an expression of courage and appreciation for the cultural heritage and innovative spirit of Klangwelt Toggenburg.
More than just a building – an impulse for the region
The Klanghaus has an impact beyond the artistic sphere. It strengthens cultural tourism, creates resonating spaces for new guests, revitalizes local businesses and inspires people to engage with sound, space and identity. As a bridge between tradition and modernity, it promotes social dialog in the heart of nature.
Opening with a variety of sounds and encounters
The public is invited to the grand opening weekend on May 24 and 25, 2025. The highlight is a music marathon with twelve hours of live concerts, from yodeling and gospel to youth music and indie rock. Admission is largely free and the Klanghaus will be an experience for everyone.