Time Travel to the Middle Ages with Gertrud the Stauffacherin

Description

In Schiller's tale "Wilhelm Tell," Gertrud encourages her husband Werner Stauffacher to take the Rütli Oath. She talks about the myths and facts surrounding the founding history of the Swiss Confederation, life in the Schwyz valley basin, and the status of women in the Middle Ages.

The number of participants is limited – online reservations have priority.

Highlights

• Insight into life in the 13th century
• Focus on Gertrud the Stauffacherin and the founding history of the Swiss Confederation
• Limited number of participants with online reservation

General Information

The event takes place at the Swiss National Museum in Schwyz and offers a historical tour through the Middle Ages. Myths and facts about the founding of the Swiss Confederation as well as the role of women in the Middle Ages are covered.

Location

Zeughausstrasse 5, 6430 Schwyz, Schweiz

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