In a former jailhouse in the middle of Switzerland is one of the world’s most unusual museums. The Henkermuseum (only press that link if you want to hear the sounds of some weird science fiction movie gone wrong) has a collection of antique torture and execution instruments that would drive Rick Perry and Dick Cheney into a jealous rage. Considering this is the Hangman’s Museum, one shouldn’t be too surprised to see things like rare beheading axes, used straitjackets and guillotines galore. Yes, the guillotine is usually associated with France, where it was last used in 1977, but Switzerland used it a lot too. Actually for nearly a hundred years until capital punishment was abolished in 1942. So if you happen to be hiking through the hills of the Ergolztal valley and are looking for a macabre experience, well, this is the place for you.
Executioner Theodor Mengis awaits…
