Stiftung HAM

Stiftung HAM Burgdorf is a Schaulager and exhibition site preserving historical material from the Swiss armed forces, including vehicles and large equipment. The site stores and displays items from the foundation’s catalogue and supports guided visits as part of regional military-history offerings.

Visits at the Burgdorf location are seasonal: tours are not available in January, February and March due to low temperatures. The foundation’s website and annual report list Burgdorf as an active HAM site with documented museum inventory and occasional guided access.

Short introduction: The Burgdorf site functions mainly as a storage-exhibition (Schaulager) for large objects — think trucks, armoured vehicles and logistical equipment — rather than a conventional staffed museum.

Look out for:

• Restored and conserved vehicles such as GMC-type military trucks and other catalogue entries from the HAM collection.

• Large indoor storage halls where items are displayed in groups rather than in individual interpretive galleries.

• Opportunities for curated or guided visits arranged by the foundation or local tourism partners.

• Limited on-site visitor facilities; plan for minimal services at the Schaulager.

Best way to experience it: Check the foundation’s website or contact HAM ahead of your visit to confirm tour availability and seasonal closures, then combine the visit with nearby Burgdorf town sights or other regional military-history stops.

• Tours at Burgdorf are not possible in January, February and March due to low temperatures.

• Contact the foundation in advance to arrange visits; guided access is commonly required.

• Expect minimal visitor facilities on site; bring water and dress for a storage-hall environment.

• The site focuses on large objects and vehicle collections rather than extensive interpretive displays.