Schedule of Activities
Activities and events
Discover all the events, activities, demonstrations, and highlights offered every day at Barryland.
Interactivity & immersion
Infinity Room
Step into a 360° immersive experience! A true “time machine”, born of a digital fantasy featuring special effects and visual poetry, that whisks you away on a journey up to the Hospice.
Augmented reality
Try out the interactive model showcasing the Great Saint Bernard Pass and surrounding area. Thanks to augmented reality, you can explore the region’s climate, flora and hidden treasures in a lifelike environment.
Virtual reality
See the same sights as the Canons of old! A telescope offers you breathtaking views of the Great Saint Bernard Pass. Experience fascinating virtual reality with the St. Bernards – it feels as though you were there.
Movie theater
The cinema room, equipped with a large screen, showcases screenings and presentations that are as immersive as they are captivating.
Stereoscopy
Travel back in time in 3D! Old photographs of life at the pass, viewed through a stereoscope, transport you back to the olden days of the dogs and the Hospice.
Losonnante audio terminals
Listen to previously unreleased first-hand accounts from the period, collected at the pass. Simply cup your hands around your ears and let yourself be captivated by the historical tales.
Diorama
Myth or reality? The rescued child, the barrel, Bonaparte… explore the truth behind these iconic tales.
Immersive photo booth
Strike a pose beside a virtual St. Bernard and then take home a souvenir photo.
Breed standards
Learn more about the St. Bernard. An interactive screen displays the breed’s official characteristics, physical features and criteria.
Sensorama
What would happen if you became a St. Bernard? The sensorama invites you to see, hear and sniff like a dog.
Museum content
Awards and honours
Take a look at some of the trophies our dogs have won at dog shows. A fine tribute to the Barry Foundation’s breeding work and expertise.
In the spotlight
As a symbol of safety, trust and kindness, Barry has always been a source of inspiration. Advertisements, posters and iconic images: discover some of the most striking and unmissable examples.
Archaeology
What do we know about dogs before Barry? Unearth some answers here, where the physical evolution of dogs is traced back through skeletons discovered at archaeological sites in Valais, dating from the Neolithic period to the Middle Ages.
History
Find out more about the history of the dogs at the Great Saint Bernard Hospice, first mentioned as early as 1708. Over the centuries, the Canons and dogs have forged an exceptional bond that has become an integral part of the pass’s history.
Collections
Vintage items, engravings, a collection of stamps and postcards from all over the world dedicated to St. Bernards, and much more besides. Some of the Barry Foundation’s precious collections can be found at Barryland.
Social role
Since 2007, the Barry Foundation has been focusing on animal-assisted interventions. The St. Bernard, friendly and good with people, has found a new purpose. This strong commitment even led to a dedicated training programme being launched in 2017.
With the St. Bernards
Dog care and activities
At certain times, you can watch care taking place in a glass-walled room open to the public and discover the secrets behind the dogs’ well-being. The dogs also take part in fun and stimulating activities during these sessions, including treasure hunts, skill challenges, brain teasers, mobility exercises, and more.
Canine physiotherapy
Our dogs have access to a modern, fully equipped treatment room, featuring a hydrotherapy pool and a motorised balance platform. Thanks to the large windows, you can watch hydrotherapy sessions that are held at specific times.
Outings with St. Bernards
Enjoy some quality time with the Barry Foundation’s St. Bernards on unforgettable hikes near Champex-Lac in winter or at the Great Saint Bernard Pass in summer.
Must be booked in advance
For children
Interactive drawing table
For budding artists: colour in Barry and his friends, scan your drawings, then watch them come alive on a large wall, bringing your creations to life in an interactive way.
Outdoor play area
For those with more energy… Head to the park surrounding the museum, which has been designed with children in mind and features a range of outdoor activities and play areas.
Animals
For little adventurers… See a huge range of animals here on site: sheep, goats, chickens, rabbits, guinea pigs and even tortoises. This small wildlife park even features an area dedicated to beekeeping.
Explorer’s activity book
For those who are curious… Complete the activity book and go on a journey to learn more about Barry and what he gets up to. Get your completed book checked to receive a well-deserved little souvenir.
