Quartz or mechanical?

Quartz cuckoo clocks run on batteries and never need winding. Many play one of 12 melodies on the hour, and some switch the cuckoo off automatically at night using a light sensor.

Mechanical cuckoo clocks are wound by pulling the chains with the weights: a 1-day movement every day, an 8-day movement once a week. Depending on the model, the cuckoo calls on the half hour and on the hour; on many the call can be switched off.

Music and moving figures

On models with music, dancers, a water wheel or figures such as a woodchopper, beer drinker, chimney sweep or bell ringer move to the melody. Motifs range from Heidi and the St. Bernard to edelweiss and owls, a clockmaker's workshop and a sawmill.

Frequently asked questions about cuckoo clocks

How do I start a mechanical cuckoo clock?

Hang the clock on the wall first and only then release the chains. Then attach the weights and pendulum, set the time and give the pendulum a gentle push. Never lay the clock down or turn it upside down, otherwise the chains can slip off the chain wheel.

My cuckoo clock runs fast or slow – what should I do?

If the clock is slow, push the pendulum disc up slightly; if it is fast, push it down. Check again after about 48 hours and adjust further if needed.

Which batteries does a quartz cuckoo clock need?

Quartz cuckoo clocks with music run on Baby (C) batteries. Some models are supplied without batteries – this is stated in the product description.

How fast is delivery?

Clocks in stock reach you in 3–4 days, all others in about a week. Free shipping within Switzerland from CHF 50; pick-up in Lucerne is also possible.

More clocks for your home can be found under wall & desk clocks.