The Alpine Museum
The History of Alpinism
The Alpine Museum in Pontresina, housed in the Chesa Delnon dating from 1716, presents multifaceted exhibitions on fauna, flora, geology, alpine culture, and life in the Engadin. Highlights include displays on summer and winter alpinism, the development of SAC mountain huts, and multimedia presentations. The museum was founded in 1971 by the Mountain Guides Association.
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