

Waelderhaus
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MuseumsArtsAttractionsEducationHistorical AttractionPerforming Arts
Hours:
Tours are offered free of charge daily at 2:00, 3:00, and 4:00 p.m.
Driving Directions:
At the roundabout in between Highland and Riverside Dr. In Kohler, take the south exit and continue on to Waelderhaus. You can’t miss it! Parking is across the street.
About Us
Situated among the trees on a high bluff overlooking the winding Sheboygan River, The Waelderhaus (''a house in the woods,'') stands as a tribute to the tradition of Bregenzerwald (''forest of Bregenz'') Province of Vorarlberg, Austria, the ancestral homeland of the Kohler family.
The Waelderhaus is managed by Kohler Foundation, Inc. It is open daily (except holidays) to the public for guided tours, free of charge. From time to time, the Kohler Foundation hosts special musical performances at the Waelderhaus. During the month of December, visit the Waelderhaus to experience a magical Gingerbread Village and free seasonal music by local choirs, bands and and musicians.
For information or to arrange a group tour, please contact Waelderhaus at: (920) 453-2851 or (920) 458-1972.
Highlights
- Hidden Gem in Sheboygan County, built for the Kohler Girl Scouts
- Austrian Architecture, built by Kaspar Albrecht
- Wood Carvings, Stained Glass, and Tapestries
- Family Friendly Tours, Annual Gingerbread Festival
- Live Music Performances During Arts at the Waelderhaus and Gingerbread Festival Weekends
Images

The Saal - the central room at Waelderhaus


A snowy day at Waelderhaus


The 26th Annual Gingerbread Festival


Arts at the Waelderhaus, featuring Leo Viglietti


One of the three fountains at Waelderhaus. This one depicts a Girl Scout in 1930s dress.


A stained glass window at Waelderhaus.


The Honeygoats play on the lawn during Arts at the Waelderhaus


The Waelderhaus south view


The south side garden at Waelderhaus — supported by the Sheboygan Garden Club.
