Hi Heather!
While not as well-known as some other Swiss attractions, Beinhaus Leuk is a special place, but not huge.
Depending on your pace and the level of detail you want to explore, I believe the entire church visit could take around 30 minutes to an hour.
Of course, if you’re deeply interested in the history and art this place holds, you can certainly spend more time.
Without an English-speaking guide or English-written signs, even Google Translate bites off some minutes 🙂
If you ever get the chance to visit again, it’s definitely worth a visit.
If it becomes too macabre, you can always brighten up your day in the thermal baths of Leukerbad, the village further uphill.
Safe travels!

Well, at least in those early days, it was like that. Apparently, two-thirds of accused/condemned Valais withes were – men.
I think it was similar in Iceland, so perception of women as witches shifts with geographical/cultural landscape (and time).

Hi Alexa!
I’m happy that you enjoyed the article.
Beinhaus Leuk is indeed a captivating place with a unique blend of history and mystery.
It offers a fascinating perspective on church crypts and the stories they hold.
For Valais witch trials, I’d be happy to do further research myself too.
Here’s an interesting fact that caught me by surprise: Did you know that the majority of those early witches burned by the Church were – male?
I wonder when did that shift toward women as prime devil’s associates actually happen.