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Ernesto Picenoni

Stone sculpture exhibition

Ernesto Picenoni (1939–2023) was a self-taught artist from Bregaglia. He was very talented at drawing and, over time, developed into a skilled sculptor thanks to his work as a bricklayer and sacristan at the church in Bondo. Initially, he made gravestones on commission. In 1982, he created animal sculptures for the PrimExpo trade fair in Lugano. In 2002, he took part in the 18th edition of the International Nativity Scene Exhibition in Verona, where he exhibited his figures, almost all of which were made from stone from Pontresina. In 2015, he presented the works ‘Al trop e al trop pooch’ as part of the C4 in Chiavenna.

In summer, his pictures can be viewed in Donato Salis' Osteria in Bondo.

His sculptures can also be admired in the cellar of the ‘Capolago Promontogno’ house at Via Principale 16 in Promontogno.

Opening hours
The cellar is open every Wednesday from 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Guided tours with explanations in Italian or German are available. No registration is required. Admission is free. Maximum 10 people per tour. Tip: Bring a jacket – it's quite cold in the cellar.

Information
Margrith Picenoni
Gassa Ravér 14
7606 Bondo
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+41 81 822 14 77

Casa Capolago, Via Principale 16, 7606 Promontogno

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Crotti di Bondo

Exhibitions of amateur photography and paintings

In addition to the culinary offerings of Crot da Bond, temporary exhibitions are occasionally organised for the public in the Crotti di Bondo area.

Temporary exhibitions
From 1 June to 5 July 2026
Exhibition: Pencil Sketches by Ivan Clalüna

Opening hours
Daily, except Wednesdays, from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., from 21 June to 25 October 2026. Free admission.

Information
Crot da Bond
+41 76 216 09 61

Crotti di Bondo, Via ai Crott, 7606 Promontogno

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Villa Garbald

On the main street of Castasegna stands the enchanting Villa Garbald built between 1863 and 1864 based on the project of the famous architect Gottfried Semper (1803-1879) and completed in 2004 with the addition of the «Roccolo» tower by Miller&Maranta.

Art in Villa Garbald

The establishment of the Villa Garbald seminar centre in 2004 also marked the beginning of a partnership with the Bündner Kunstmuseum Chur. Since 2005, "art facilities" have contributed to the charisma of Villa Garbald as an art venue. The current concept is to attract contemporary artists for specific projects and to strengthen Villa Garbald as a place for the exploration of photography. Each year, an artist is commissioned to develop their own photographic project for Gottfried Semper's Villa Garbald and Miller&Maranta's Roccolo, integrating their own work into the overall context in a specific way. The art facility can be visited by appointment or as part of a public guided tour. Small accompanying publications explain the concept and introduce the work of the respective artist. They are handed out to visitors free of charge at Villa Garbald.

Exhibition 2025/2026
July 7, 2025 to June 27, 2026 exibition IKONEN

Guided tours

Location
Villa Garbald
Via Principale 9
CH-7608 Castasegna

Information
Tel.: +41 81 838 15 15
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Web: www.garbald.ch

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Gallery Il Salice

Galleria Il Salice has been open since 2012. It is located in the historic part of the village of Castasegna. A village on the border with Italy.

Exhibitions
Mostra - Tracce di pietra, tracce e materia, tracce di valle.

Opening: Friday, 15 May 2026, 4 p.m.
Subsequently open Thursday–Friday–Saturday, 3.30–5.30 p.m.

Information
Galleria Il Salice
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Galleria Il Salice, Via Principale 43, 7608 Castasegna

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Hannes Gruber

The Hannes Gruber Kunstkabinett, which houses works by the artist, opened on 20 September 2025 and is located just a few steps away from the PostBus stop in Promontogno.

Opening hours
From 27 March 2026, open Tuesday to Sunday from 3pm to 6pm.

Location
Via Principale 17, 7606 Promontogno

Information
Stiftung Hannes Gruber
+41 81 826 52 28
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www.hannes-gruber.ch

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Romano Giovanoli – Panaläda

A new painting school in Bregaglia

In his former family home in Vicosoprano, artist Romano Giovanoli has opened his own painting school and offers courses. This has been made possible thanks to the support of Andrea and Christian Brändle, who kindly made the property available. The spacious rooms offer plenty of room for young and old alike: anyone who loves colours and shapes, different materials and creative design is in the right place.

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Romano Giovanoli
www.panalaeda.ch
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Ca d'Martin, Muntegn 56, 7603 Vicosoprano

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Toni Weishaupt

Before settling in Soglio, he visited the mountain cantons of Switzerland, living in each one for eight months. Living there allowed him to get to know the local people and to intensively experience his favourite subjects: mountains, landscapes, flowers, everyday scenes linked to tradition.

With his exhibition, now Tony Weishaupt has found his home in Soglio. At Palazzo Salis, the works merge in a unique symbiosis with the traditional building and the oil paintings. Discover the new gallery through the eyes of the painter.

Information
From Thursday, 2 April 2026, accessible every day, from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., if necessary contact (in German) the artist on WhatsApp.
Toni Weishaupt
+41 79 563 02 61

Galerie Palazzo Salis, Soglio (left towards the garden)

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Cad Pruz

Cad Pruz, Vicosoprano

The historic Cad Pruz building, owned by the municipality of Bregaglia, is open to the public for temporary exhibitions and offers a simple, authentic and impressive space for artists and amateur photographers. Built in 1577, the building has a graffiti façade that is probably unique in Bregaglia.

Current exhibition: at present, no exhibitions are planned for 2026.

Information
Open during temporary exhibitions.

Cad Pruz, Vicosoprano (behind the nursery, on the right-hand side)

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Sala Viaggiatori

A new exhibition space for Bregaglia

In the pavilion building, which continues to be used as a waiting room for the post bus stop, the SALA VIAGGIATORI (TRAVELERS' ROOM) has been created- an exhibition space under the direction of curator Luciano Fasciati. Twice a year, a wall display case will be used for thematic exhibitions dedicated to visual art, design and everyday culture.

Exhibitions

Automobile (20.04.2025 - 31.12.2026)

Part 1: 20.04.2025 - 23.08.2025
Part 2: 25.08.2025 - 31.12.2026

Open: 24/7

Via Principale 1 · 7608 Castasegna

SALA VIAGGIATORI
Süsswinkelgasse 25
CH-7000 Chur
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