From the serene beauty of Nordic landscapes at the Fondation Beyeler to the revolutionary sculptures of Medardo Rosso and the architectural visions of Le Corbusier at the Zentrum Paul Klee, and finally, a journey through Switzerland art artistic heritage at Plateforme 10, these must-see cultural experiences offer a unique window into the world of art and creativity.
Switzerland art treasures: unmissable 2025 exhibitions you need to visit
Make sure to add some must-see cultural experiences to your itinerary with our selection of Switzerland’s top art exhibitions in 2025, hosted by four of the country’s most renowned museums.
‘Northern Lights’ – January 26 to May 25, 2025
The vast, snow-covered boreal forests of the Northern Hemisphere serve as the central theme of Fondation Beyeler’s latest exhibition, which brings together 74 stunning landscape paintings created between 1888 and 1937 by Scandinavian and Canadian artists.
These ancient woodlands, stretching across polar regions, have long fascinated artists with their serene yet dramatic atmosphere, illuminated by the ethereal glow of the Northern Lights. This exhibition highlights the evolution of Nordic landscape painting, featuring works from renowned artists such as Helmi Biese, Anna Boberg, Emily Carr, Prince Eugen, Gustaf Fjæstad, Akseli Gallen-Kallela, Lawren S. Harris, Hilma af Klint, JEH MacDonald, Edvard Munch, Ivan Shishkin, Harald Sohlberg, and Tom Thomson.
‘Medardo Rosso – Inventing Modern Sculpture’ – March 29 to August 10, 2025
A revolutionary figure of the early 20th century, Medardo Rosso was not only a sculptor but also a photographer and master of artistic presentation. Despite being less widely known, his influence on modern art is undeniable.
This comprehensive retrospective traces Rosso’s experimental use of form, materials, and techniques, showcasing his bronze, plaster, and wax sculptures alongside hundreds of photographs and sketches. The exhibition also includes works by over 50 artists whose creative approaches echo Rosso’s, including Francis Bacon, Edgar Degas, Yayoi Kusama, Auguste Rodin, and Andy Warhol.
‘Le Corbusier: The Order of Things’ – February 8 to June 22, 2025
Marking its 20th anniversary, the Zentrum Paul Klee in Switzerland is dedicating a major exhibition to Swiss-French visionary Le Corbusier (1887–1965). One of the most significant figures in modern architecture and art, he sought to redefine the world through an aesthetic and functional architectural vision.
Now recognized with UNESCO World Heritage status, several of Le Corbusier’s iconic buildings remain as testaments to his groundbreaking ideas. This exhibition delves into his thought process, creative explorations, and the artistic experiments he referred to as his “workshop of patient research.”
Complementing this showcase is the permanent exhibition ‘Kosmos Klee. The Collection features 70 of Paul Klee’s works, biographical insights, and archival materials that provide a chronological perspective on his artistic evolution.
Plateforme 10 – Permanent Exhibition
Located on a former locomotive repair site in Lausanne, Plateforme 10 is a sprawling 25,000-square-meter cultural hub that brings together three prestigious Swiss institutions: the Musée Cantonal des Beaux-Arts de Lausanne, the Musée de Design et d’Arts Appliqués Contemporains (Mudac), and the Musée de l’Élysée. The venue also houses the extensive collections of Fondation Toms Pauli and Fondation Félix Vallotton.
The permanent exhibition at Plateforme 10 offers a chronological journey through Switzerland’s artistic heritage, displaying around 300 artworks from the 18th century to the present day. Highlights include post-war artistic movements, geometric abstraction, neo-Fauvism, video and multimedia installations, and masterpieces from the second Paris School.
For those visiting Switzerland in 2025, these exhibitions offer an unmissable glimpse into the country’s rich artistic landscape.
What is The Zentrum Paul Klee?
The Zentrum Paul Klee is a museum in Bern, Switzerland dedicated to the artist Paul Klee. It houses about 40% of his entire pictorial oeuvre.
How important is art in Switzerland?
Art is very important in Switzerland. There are many museums and galleries in the country, and the Swiss people are very supportive of the arts. Switzerland is home to many world-renowned artists, such as Paul Klee and Alberto Giacometti The country also has a rich history of design, with many iconic Swiss designs such as the Swiss Army knife and the Helvetica font.
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