Swiss Cider Experience

MoMö – Schweizer Mosterei- und Brennereimuseum

MoMö – Schweizer Mosterei- und Brennereimuseum is a museum in Arbon, Thurgau, Switzerland, dedicated to the history and culture of cider and distillation. It showcases Switzerland’s long tradition of apple processing and the evolution of fruit juice and spirits production. Arbon is 80km east of Zurich, about 1hr, 45m by train or car.

Key facts

• Address: St. Gallerstrasse 209, 9320 Arbon, Switzerland 
• Opened: 2018 
• Operated by: Mosterei Möhl AG 
• Focus: Cider making, fruit juice, distilling heritage 
• Visitor amenities: Exhibitions, tasting area, shop, orchard

Background

The museum was established by the Möhl family, owners of Mosterei Möhl, a century-old cider company. It combines industrial heritage with interactive exhibits, reflecting both the technical and cultural dimensions of apple-based beverages in Switzerland. The name “MoMö” blends “Mosterei Möhl” into a modern museum brand.

Exhibits and Experience

Visitors can explore historic presses, distilling equipment, and archival materials documenting Swiss cider production. Multimedia installations trace the journey from apple orchards to bottles, while the museum’s transparent architecture allows views of the working juice factory next door.

Cultural Significance

MoMö preserves the legacy of fruit processing in northeastern Switzerland, highlighting its role in regional agriculture and craftsmanship. It also emphasizes sustainable practices in modern beverage production and the enduring social tradition of apple cider in Swiss life.

Visitor Information

The museum offers guided tours, workshops, and tastings of Möhl beverages. Its location near Lake Constance makes it a popular stop for culinary and industrial heritage tourism in Thurgau.