Highly respected and revered in the hearts of many, Sherlock Holmes remains as the greatest fictional detective in the world, and continues to inspire all who encounter him, be it through literature or the popular BBC television series Sherlock Holmes. Officially opened in 1991, the Sherlock Holmes Museum (Meiringen) was created to pay homage to the 100th death anniversary of Sherlock Holmes in the basement of the old English church located in the centre of Meiringen village.

Sherlock fans will fall in love with the cosy museum, displaying a variety of memorabilia showcasing the history of their favourite detective. Undoubtedly, the highlight of the museum would be the authentic recreation of the parlour of Sherlock and his assistant, Dr Watson’s Victorian home, located at 221B Baker Street in London. This gem of a museum is fascinating and provides a wealth of insight into the intriguing mind of Sherlock Holmes, and does wonders in keeping the myth of the world’s most famous detective alive.