The Centre Dürrenmatt Neuchâtel

Friedrich Dürrenmatt (1921–90), the world-renowned writer and playwright, was also an avid painter and illustrator his whole life. The Centre Dürrenmatt Neuchâtel (CDN) showcases his paintings as they relate to his literary works in a permanent exhibition. The museum also stages temporary exhibitions and events, and offers guided tours, workshops for schools, publications, a podcast and virtual tours. Designed by Mario Botta around Dürrenmatt’s former home, the CDN showcases parts of the writer and painter’s living space. The CDN is close to the railway station in Neuchâtel, nestled in the heart of the green and leafy Vallon de l’Ermitage.

Exhibitions

Permanent exhibition ‘Friedrich Dürrenmatt – writer and painter’

The permanent exhibition is devoted to Friedrich Dürrenmatt’s rich and highly diversified art, and to how it relates to his literary output.

Babel – Delusions of grandeur

From 24 April to 16 August 2026 Friedrich Dürrenmatt, Line Marquis, Antoinette Rychner, Peter Aerschmann, Hansjürg Buchmeier, Erica Pedretti, Antoine Roegiers, Du Zhenjun The exhibition explores the theme of hubris – the pride that drives humans to excess