25 July – 5 September 2026
Travel back into a piece of Swiss history and experience the excitement of this authentic production. Witness William Tell’s legendary shot at an apple on the open-air stage in Interlaken. The unique folklore drama has fascinated young and old for generations.
Date: 22 June – 7 September 2024
Location: William Tell Open-Air Theatre in Matten near Interlaken
Food/Drink: There are various take away stations at the Tellplatz, as well as a professionally served restaurant and a self-service restaurant offering traditional dishes.
Authentic atmosphere thanks to the natural stage
Covered grandstand
Family-friendly all-round experience
Production with a local amateur cast
A tradition for over 100 years
Tell has been played in Matten bei Interlaken since 1912. What began as open-air theater is now a fixture in the Swiss theatrical summer season. More than 140 participants are on stage, many of them from the region – horses, cows, and goats play a starring role as well. When the cattle drive moves across the grounds of the theater, history is brought to life. Audience seating is in the weather-protected grandstand.
The natural stage at the Rugenwald gives the play an authentic touch. Long journeys, riding scenes, and real animals add dynamism to the play. The production stays close to the characters and asks what William Tell means today. You’re not just a spectator either: You’re right there, in the heart of the action, as the story of William Tell draws you in.
William Tell Open-Air Theater Package
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