Meeting Planning Guide Switzerland.

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Meetings.
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Switzerland Convention & Incentive Bureau 2012/2013.
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Switzerland could not be more central! This
small, sophisticated and multicultural island at
the heart of Europe is an ideal destination for
conferences and incentives. Airlines fly in direct
from all over the world. Wherever you land,
your onward journey is straightforward – and
probably quicker than you imagine, thanks to
our public transport system, virtually unrivalled
worldwide. We are happy to bet that even the
transfer from the airport to your destination will
be an unforgettable experience…
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Choice of flights: five airports connect
Switzerland to the rest of the world,
ensuring that every part of the country
is easy to reach.
Regular trains: Swiss trains operate on
a regular hourly or half-hourly timetable
on all major lines – with direct services
to neighbouring countries, of course.
Easy motoring: Europe’s traffic arteries
lead right through Switzerland, while
the superbly engineered Swiss road
network reaches every corner of the
country.
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Madrid 1009 km / 627 miles
Barcelona 637 km / 396 miles
Paris 540 km / 335 miles
RegionPage
A Eastern Switzerland
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B Lake Geneva Region 24
C Lucerne –
Lake Lucerne Region 26
D Ticino28
E Valais30
DestinationPage
1 Arosa32
2 Basel34
3 Bern36
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4 Davos Klosters
5 Engadin St. Moritz 40
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6 Flims Laax Falera
7 Geneva44
8 Gstaad46
Stuttgart 220 km / 137 miles
Munich 261 km / 162 miles
Amsterdam 603 km / 375 miles
Brussels 560 km / 348 miles
Frankfurt 286 km / 178 miles
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Berlin 660 km / 410 miles
Vienna 603 km / 375 miles
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Milan 60 km / 37 miles
Rome 692 km / 430 miles
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9 Interlaken48
10 Lausanne50
11 Lucerne52
12 Lugano54
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13 Montreux Riviera
14 St.Gallen – Lake Constance 58
15 Zürich60
Convention Centres
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1 Congress Center Basel
2 Centre International de
Conférences Genève
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3 Beaulieu Convention &
Exhibition Centre, Lausanne 63
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4 KKL Luzern
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5 Kongresshaus Zürich AG
Convention Centres
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6 Davos Congress
7 Congress Centre Kursaal
Interlaken63
8 Palazzo dei Congressi,
Lugano63
9 Montreux Music &
Convention Centre
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Contents.
We are happy to help you.
Switzerland Convention &
Incentive Bureau (SCIB)
c/o Switzerland Tourism
Tödistrasse 7
CH-8027 Zürich
Phone +41 (0)44 288 12 71
[email protected]
Further information, useful suggestions, contact details for the SCIB
representative in your area and an
online search facility for locating
suitable destinations and venues for
your next meeting can all be found at:
www.MySwitzerland.com/meetings
Meeting point Switzerland
Contacts4
Pioneering6
On the move
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Exceptional14
Full of contrasts
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Montreux Riviera
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St.Gallen – Lake Constance 58
Zürich60
Regions
Eastern Switzerland /
Liechtenstein22
Lake Geneva Region
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Lucerne –
Lake Lucerne Region
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Ticino28
Valais30
Transportation
Europcar 64
Swiss International Air Lines 66
Swiss Travel System 68
Destinations
Arosa32
Basel34
Bern 36
Davos Klosters
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Engadin St. Moritz
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Flims Laax Falera
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Geneva 44
Gstaad 46
Interlaken 48
Lausanne 50
Lucerne52
Lugano 54
Congress centres
Swiss Convention Centres
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Service partners
Kuoni Destination
Management 70
Ovation Switzerland 72
Q events & destination
management74
UBS76
Switzerland at a glance
Your congress in
Switzerland78
Facts and figures 80
MySwitzerland.com82
Notes84
Information for holidays,
meetings and conferences 85
Ordering brochures
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Contents | 3
Grüezi.
Welcome.
About the webcode.
A world apart: Switzerland offers outstanding infrastructure for all kinds of meetings, as well as the perfect
setting. Wherever you are based, beautiful, unspoilt
countryside is never far away – and reliable partners
will guarantee your colleagues and participants an unforgettable experience. We wish you every success!
Further information:
Jürg Schmid, CEO Switzerland Tourism
Log on to MySwitzerland.com and enter the
relevant number in the “Search” field to obtain
further information on the corresponding offer.
A successful history.
Switzerland has a long tradition of hosting meetings and incentives –
thanks in part to the Switzerland Convention & Incentive Bureau (SCIB),
whose staff have all the right contacts for staging exceptional events,
bringing passion to the task of finding individual solutions to special
challenges. At SCIB, companies, associations
and agencies can find all the support they
need for their event to be a complete success.
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4 | Contacts
Hotel Bellevue des Alpes, Kleine Scheidegg, Berner Oberland
Contacts.
Addresses.
Germany
Frankfurt a. M.
Phone +49 (0)69 2560 0143
[email protected]
Nordic countries
Zürich
Phone +41 (0)44 288 14 13
[email protected]
Switzerland & all other countries
Zürich
Phone +41 (0)44 288 12 71
[email protected]
Belgium & Luxembourg
Bruxelles
Phone +32 (0)2 345 83 57
[email protected]
Spain
Barcelona
Phone +34 93 467 87 12
[email protected]
With us, good advice
is free.
France
Paris
Phone +33 (0)1 4451 6540
[email protected]
Russia
Moscow
Phone +7 (495) 937 77 98
[email protected]
Our staff are specialists, with
many years of experience and solid
expertise. However, all our services
are offered to you free of charge
and without obligation. You will
benefit from:
UK & Ireland
London
Phone +44 (0)20 7845 7686
[email protected]
China
Beijing
Phone +86 10 6512 54 27
[email protected]
Netherlands
Amsterdam
Phone +31 (0)20 620 92 29
[email protected]
India
Mumbai
Phone +91 226 128 25 00
[email protected]
USA & Canada
New York
Phone +1 212 757 5944 ext. 236
[email protected]
Brazil
São Paulo
Phone +55 11 3372 8210
[email protected]
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omprehensive information about
destinations and partners
– independent advice and contact
details
– forwarding and coordination of
requests for quotations
– a ssistance with inspection visits
– representation of suppliers in the
Swiss meetings industry
Addresses | 5
Pioneering.
A land with values.
Reliability, punctuality, political and economic stability: Switzerland is
proud of what it does best. And although the country boasts unrivalled
scenic beauty and variety, it has no raw materials – which is why research
and development are accorded such great importance. No other country
in the world invests so much per capita in pure
research and new technologies. Thankfully,
the results are there for all to see…
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6 | Pioneering
Zentrum Paul Klee, Bern
Guaranteed uniqueness.
Success is also a question of quality of life: how you do business is all
about where you do business. So it is no surprise that many large companies choose Switzerland as the location for their European headquarters – Google and Kraft, to name just two. Support for their decision
comes in the form of an annual report by the consulting group Mercer,
which compares the quality of life in 215 cities around the world. Zürich
regularly tops the rankings, with three other Swiss cities also making it
into the top ten: a world record.
Pioneering | 7
Accessibility.
A stone’s throw away
Even from the largest Swiss cities it’s
easy to reach spectacular mountain
landscapes in short order. Lakes and
rivers are pure enough to drink from,
while the alpine peaks give fresh
perspective – and encourage fresh
thinking.
Alternative programme.
Variety guaranteed
Picturesque lakes and dazzling
white glaciers, romantic palm-filled
gardens and dramatic castles: this
small country is packed with interest
and variety. Experience it all in a
single day – without the need for
rushing.
Linguistic richness.
Customs and traditions
Multicultural Switzerland has four
official languages and cultures:
German, French, Italian and
Romansh. English is also widely
spoken in business and academia.
Tradition of mediation.
Striving for conciliation
Some 200 international organisations
are based in Switzerland, including
the UN, the WHO and the Red Cross
(which was founded by the Swiss citizen Henri Dunant). All value the fact
that they operate from neutral territory.
8 | Pioneering
Internationality.
Resident in Switzerland
It feels good being at home in
Switzerland. Why else (apart from
the spectacular scenery!) would
world sports associations such as
FIFA, UEFA and the International
Olympic Committee have their
headquarters here?
Research.
World-renowned institutions
Biotechnology, medical technology,
communications, shared services,
micro- and nanotechnology as well
as environmental technology all
flourish here, regarded as the true
engines of the Swiss economy.
Quality.
Good value
Less expensive than you think,
and well worth what you pay…
Switzerland offers superb quality
at an unbeatable price. If you want
the best, expect a great deal.
Sustainability.
Investing in the future
In terms of sustainability, little
Switzerland shows its stature, often
leading the pack. This is confirmed
by international studies such as the
Environmental Performance Index
(EPI), in which Switzerland ranks top.
Pioneering | 9
On the move.
The journey is the destination.
A little island at the heart of Europe, Switzerland is easy to reach from
anywhere in the world. The public transport system is regarded as exemplary, and is without doubt one of the most reliable and best organised
in the world. A byword for comfort and punctuality, it reaches every corner
of the land – often in spectacular style.
Thanks to the country’s tremendous scenic
variety in a compact area, even the journey
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is an unforgettable experience.
10 | On the move
Glacier Express, Oberalp Pass, Central Switzerland
Arrive in style.
Of course, you can travel at great speed when you need to. Switzerland’s
public transport system can take care of that. But why always take the
Direttissima? Might not an exclusive transfer, or a small detour en route,
provide a wonderful introduction to the whole Swiss experience? Aboard
a special railway carriage, for example, where gastronomic delights
compete for attention with the spectacular scenery, and anything can be
served other than “business as usual”. Or how about a ride on one of the
historic paddle steamers that ply the lakes?
On the move | 11
Plane and train.
Worldwide connections
Planes from all over the world land
at the five airports of Zürich, Geneva,
Bern, Basel and Lugano, while highspeed trains arrive from across
Europe, notably the TGV from France,
ICE from Germany and Cisalpino
from Italy.
Train, bus, boat, tram.
Guaranteed on time
Just one ticket covers the whole of
Switzerland: the Swiss Travel System
offers free travel on the entire public
transport network – trains, buses,
boats and trams. Also included:
punctuality.
Special carriages.
Travel with a difference
Salon de Luxe, Stiva Retica, Pan
Gottardo… Whether you are hosting
a welcome party, a launch meeting
or a concluding dinner, special rail
carriages provide an unforgettable
setting – as well as memorable
gastronomic treats.
Postbuses.
Better connected
For more than 150 years, Switzerland’s yellow postbuses have been
bringing passengers as well as
post to the remotest corners of
the country. Their unmistakable
three-tone horns are a familiar
sound throughout the Alps.
12 | On the move
Mountain rides.
Up on high
Switzerland’s crowning glory is the
alpine mountain chain. And they are
surprisingly easy to reach: almost
every well-known peak is served by
a cable car, cog railway or funicular –
including the Jungfraujoch, “Top of
Europe”.
Across the water.
Floating comforts
Switzerland is blessed with sublimely
beautiful lakes. Along their shores lie
romantic villages and buzzing cities,
sun-blessed vineyards and dramatic
cliffs – experienced most memorably
from one of the old paddle steamers.
On snowshoes.
High fashion
Their popularity is no surprise:
anyone who has tried on a pair
of snowshoes is sure to return
to explore tranquil snow-covered
landscapes, far from the beaten
track, and enjoy a rare sense of
being part of nature.
Sustainability.
On the right track
A train runs every 12 minutes.
Switzerland’s 3,000 km of track carry
9,000 trains a day – a European
record. And rail is eco-friendly: as
they negotiate the 671 tunnels and
6,000-plus bridges, Swiss trains emit
almost no pollution.
On the move | 13
Exceptional.
Between tradition and modernity.
There are conference centres at which the future has already arrived:
architectural gems, allied with dazzling technology. But there are also log
cabins deep in the forest, where office routine seems a distant memory
and team spirit has a chance to flourish. Then there are the famous Swiss
grand hotels, with their incomparable charm –
and personally run small enterprises where
hospitality and a warm welcome take pride
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of place. The choice is yours…
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KKL Luzern (Culture and Convention Centre Lucerne)
Guaranteed innovation.
It is not about being different for the sake of it, but Switzerland has a
long tradition of innovation – and sometimes a little crazy thinking can
move mountains. Talking of which: how about holding a seminar inside
a mountain? Easily done, at a top-class business hotel in a former alpine
artillery bunker. Or for an original way of breaking the ice, why not stage
your presentation in an igloo – complete with a warming fondue dinner
under a starry sky? No one would give that idea the cold shoulder…
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Mountain magic.
Absolute tranquillity
Often situated in remote locations,
far from the beaten track, traditional
mountain huts ooze charm and
cosiness – the perfect place to conclude busy days of team activities
in a homely atmosphere.
Period charm.
Discreet splendour
Switzerland’s famous grand hotels
retain the heady, pioneering atmosphere of an age long past. With their
restrained glamour, elegant interiors,
sumptuous materials and immaculate service, they still delight guests
to this day.
Polar dreams.
Cool nights
A night under a vaulted roof of ice
is, in truth, a thoroughly warming
and cosy experience. But first of all,
the igloo must be built – using only
snow, and with expert guidance,
to avoid unwelcome collapses…
Congress centres.
Unique character
Not just their facilities – their locations are exceptional too. Whether
situated in the heart of a city or high
on a mountain, the members of the
Swiss Convention Centres alliance
promise individuality to suit your
event.
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Hotel chains.
Top quality
All of the well-known hotel chains are
represented in Switzerland. Naturally
their properties guarantee outstanding facilities, tuned to the needs of
international guests – in the mountains as well as in the cities.
Summit meeting.
Fresh air
Switzerland encourages guests to
aim high – in many places you can
reach 3,000 m or more. As you scale
the heights, you gain a clear view of
the world around you – and find that
the fresh air does wonders for the
mind too.
Monastic life.
Creative silence
The tranquillity of a monastery or
convent offers the chance to reflect
undisturbed on one’s situation –
or on an important decision. Such
calming seclusion can, as if magically, allow new ideas full of originality to come to the surface.
Sustainability.
Respecting the environment
Most of the hotels and conference
centres that are located beside
one of Switzerland’s many lakes
have used lake water for heating
and cooling for years: just one of
a range of measures to protect the
environment.
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Full of contrasts.
Guaranteed variety.
The success of a meeting depends on the quality of its social programme. For only those who feel well looked after can perform to the
best of their ability. Sports, culture, wellness, shopping, active pursuits,
passive pleasures: Switzerland has an enormous variety of attractions.
Best of all, you can find everything on your
doorstep. So what are you waiting for?
Give your participants the very best that
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our country has to offer.
18 | Full of contrasts
Aletsch Glacier, Valais
More than just meetings.
Imagine: in the morning your colleagues are skiing high up on deep snow;
at lunchtime they are in short sleeves, eating beneath palm trees in warm
sunshine; in the afternoon, they choose between a shopping expedition
and relaxing by a flower-lined lakeshore; and in the evening, they tuck into
a wholesome fondue high on the mountain slopes. Sounds exaggerated?
Far from it: in Switzerland, a programme like this is perfectly possible in
a day. The trip from snowy peaks to Riviera-style lakeshores can be little
more than a few minutes in a cable car.
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Shop and savour.
A taste for diversity
Switzerland stands for chocolate,
watches, jewellery, cheese – and
wine. But you can also sample good
taste in the boutiques and specialist
shops that celebrate the country’s
cultural diversity with great charm.
Style and substance.
Culture, art and architecture
World-famous architects including
Mario Botta, Jean Nouvel, Herzog &
de Meuron and Santiago Calatrava
have created spectacular modern
museums, hotels and conference
centres to give thrilling contrast to
local tradition.
Summer and winter.
Variety throughout the year
From golf, hiking and mountainbiking to skiing and winter walking,
this little country has a mountain
of activities to offer all year. And
more passive pursuits, too – such
as an outstanding range of wellness
facilities.
Fun and games.
Unlimited opportunities
Nothing beats the thrill of stepping
out of your comfort zone to push
your own boundaries. Experienced
instructors and expert guides are on
hand to guarantee safety during a
host of exciting activities and adventures.
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Ancient traditions.
Wrestling, Swiss-style
Schwingen, the Swiss national sport,
involves two men on a circle of sawdust, each attempting to throw his
opponent on his back. Equally traditional are Steintossen (stone-throwing) and Hornussen (a cross between
golf and baseball).
Good to know.
Made in Switzerland: here’s how
How exactly do you make a hollow
chocolate Easter rabbit? What makes
a perfect cheese rind? And just how
much skill goes into creating a highquality watch? We are happy to
share our secrets: welcome to the
factory…
Exclusively for you.
An event to remember
Plan a magnificent surprise for
your participants: hire out an entire
medieval small town, stage a historicstyle Swiss street parade or have
your logo beamed onto the walls
by a light artist. Here, nothing is
impossible.
Sustainability.
World champions in recycling
Careful control of planning, strict
building regulations, tough pollution
limits, an exemplary waste-disposal
system and a comprehensive recyc
ling policy: Switzerland’s commitment to the environment has won
plaudits worldwide.
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Aescher, Appenzell Region, Eastern Switzerland / Liechtenstein
Eastern
Switzerland /
Liechtenstein.
Small-scale and stylish.
St.Gallen-Bodensee Tourismus
CH-9001 St.Gallen
Phone +41 (0)71 227 37 32
[email protected]
www.st.gallen-bodensee.ch
22 | Eastern Switzerland
In Eastern Switzerland and the Principality of Liechtenstein, you can
stage your gathering at a variety of conference or meeting venues:
among gentle rolling hills, on the shores of sparkling lakes and rivers,
or amid snow-capped peaks.
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Special event
locations.
Säntis – the mountain
Capacity (banquet): 600 people
autobau, a unique interactive
world of cars
Hagerbach Test Gallery
The “Sonnenkönigin” on Lake Constance, Eastern Switzerland
Excursions and
activities.
Travel from international airports (distance / journey time by train)
Discover Liechtenstein
2–4 hrs / 5–250 participants
Natural yodelling for beginners
Experience the Rhine Falls
Airport
Schaffhausen
Wil
Sargans
Zürich
38 km / 43 min
50 km / 30 min
98 km / 1 hr 15 min
Basel
103 km / 1 hr 35 min
145 km / 2 hrs 7 min
184 km / 2 hrs 25 min
Hotel capacity (rooms)
Location
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Appenzell Region
–
259
358
Alpstein massif, Appenzell, Heiden
Toggenburg
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82
387
Toggenburg Sound World, living customs, authentic mountain experiences
Schaffhauserland
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135
324
Rhine Falls, medieval towns of Schaffhausen and Stein am Rhein, Rhine cruise
Heidiland
290
225
473
Grand Resort Bad Ragaz, ski and hiking areas, Walensee with boat trip
Liechtenstein
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274
101
Vaduz Castle, Art museum, Princely wine cellars, Malbun falconry
Thurgau – Lake Constance
–
260
447
Conferences in monasteries, castles and historic houses
Congress and seminar infrastructure
Venue
Largest rooms
Area m²
Capacity
Additional rooms
Concert Seminar Banquet
Number Capacity
Hotel
Rooms/beds
Appenzell Region
Hotel Hof Weissbad À
Parterre
80
40
14
24
4
6–30
87
Swissdreamshotel Walzenhausen Õ
Festsaal
144
150
60
110
4
4–45
70
Hotel Heiden Õ
Panoramasaal
140
150
55
150
6
30–80
66
Vaduzer Saal
Saal
400
625
120
475
3
10–240
–
SAL – Saal am Lindaplatz
Saal
533
880
350
600
5
10–350
–
Grand Resort Bad RagazÖ
Bernhard Simon
362
320
200
280
6
35–70
290
Seminarhotel RömerTurm Õ
Saal 1–4
172
120
100
140
3
30–90
38
Resort Walensee Õ
Decurio
135
80
40
60
3
5–25
132
Hotel Bad Horn Õ
Ballsaal
280
200
180
200
10
8 –100
67
Hotel Unterhof Ô
Annexe
92
64
34
100
16
5–60
88
Bildungshaus Kloster Fischingen
Bibliotheksaal
221
140
70
80
12
5–80
25
Principality of Liechtenstein
Heidiland
Thurgau – Lake Constance
Toggenburg
Hotel Stump’s Alpenrose Õ
Schwendi I
200
160
90
80
5
30–110
50
Hotel Hirschen Ô
Wildhusersaal
210
150
100
200
8
5–100
63
Hotel Sternen Ô
Churfirsten-/Lütispitzsaal
208
200
120
130
2
15–35
51
Schaffhauserland
Hotel Chlosterhof Õ
Einstein, Sokrates, Kant
267
250
120
220
8
6–35
71
Hotel Zunfthaus zum Rüden Ô
Zunftsaal
135
200
60
90
3
16–32
30
Park Casino
Saal 1 + 2
210
400
160
264
4
60–80
–
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New horizons.
Office du Tourisme
du Canton de Vaud
CH-1000 Lausanne 6
Phone +41 (0)21 613 26 26
[email protected]
www.lake-geneva-region.ch/meetings
24 | Lake Geneva Region
Pretty lakeshores and wild mountain valleys, a lush hinterland and snowcapped peaks: the Lake Geneva Region combines four worlds in a compact
area. Lying at the heart of Europe, it is easily reached from all directions.
Two cities in particular have long experience in successfully staging business
events, thanks to their optimal infrastructure and
their convenient and scenic locations: the Olympic
Capital Lausanne (page 50), and its urbane neigh37024
bour Montreux Riviera (page 56).
Lavaux, UNESCO World Heritage, Lake Geneva Region ©Regis Colombo, www.diapo.ch
Lake Geneva
Region.
Special event
locations.
Glacier 3000, Les Diablerets
Porte des Iris, Morges
Excursions and
activities.
Igloo-building, Leysin
3 hrs / 50 participants
Swiss Ethno Night, Villars
Duration unlimited / 200 participants
Team building, Lake Geneva Region © Villars Tourisme Suisse
Airport
Nyon
Yverdon-les-Bains
Villars-Gryon
Geneva
23 km / 20 min
88 km / 55 min
120 km / 2 hrs
Zürich
261 km / 2 hrs 30 min
199 km / 1 hr 50 min
242 km / 4 hrs 50 min
Basel
236 km / 2 hrs 25 min
175 km / 1 hr 45 min
225 km / 3 hrs 30 min
Hotel capacity
(rooms).
Paris
488 km / 3 hrs 59 min
570 km / 5 hrs 20 min
Milan
360 km / 3 hrs 48 min
363 km / 3 hrs 41 min
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Frankfurt
556 km / 5 hrs 41 min
493 km / 4 hrs 46 min
536 km / 6 hrs 55 min
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Other3,556
Total10,012
Venue
Largest rooms
Area m²
Capacity
Additional rooms
Number
Capacity
Hotel
Rooms/beds
Aigle-Leysin – Col des Mosses
Central Résidence & Spa Õ
Farm Club
160
200
80
180
12
333
Château d’Aigle
Salle des Excellences
260
220
220
220
3
280
–
Château Maison Blanche
Grande Salle Maison Blanche
72
100
48
80
6
100
–
104
Mercure Classic Hôtel Õ
Beethoven & Mozart
260
290
160
250
11
300
115
World Cycling Centre
Dent du Midi & Grammont
125
110
38
–
2
40
–
Eurotel Victoria Õ
Salon Les Diablerets
180
150
65
100
3
80
101/220
Hôtel des Sources Ô
Salle Meilleret
58
70
40
60
3
60
48/96
300
380
160
200
2
320
–
90/130
Les Diablerets
Maison des Congrès
Nyon-Morges
Château de Bossey
200
200
120
120
6
20–200
Hôtel Beau-Rivage Õ
Salon du Château
110
120
60
120
2
60
50
Hôtel Best Western Chavannesde-Bogis Ô
Odyssée
176
180
110
170
9
170
180/305
Hôtel La Barcarolle À
Prélude
200
180
40
180
1
7–150
39
Hôtel La Longeraie Ô
Nyon
163
180
120
140
9
15–150
48
Porte des Iris
Doriana
488
500
250
450
6
8–300
–
Uni Global Union
Mont-Blanc
238
220
150
–
1
35
–
Villars-Gryon
Chalet Royalp Hôtel & Spa Ö
Rivière Alpes
315
140
80
200
–
–
63/126
Eurotel Victoria Õ
Villars
190
220
75
130
15
250
160/130
Hôtel du Golf Õ
Chamois-Bouquetin
150
120
45
110
1
40
69/130
Le Bristol Õ
Chablais
85
90
35
50
1
35
110/220
120/170
Yverdon-les-Bains region
Grand Hôtel des Bains Õ
Château 1 + 2 + 3
La Marive
Congress Hall
Hôtel La Prairie Philippe Guignard Õ Rohrer
210
200
150
160
12
6–40
1,000
1000
700
800
4
25–440
–
170
100–120
80
100
6
8–50
37/67
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View over Lake Lucerne, Lucerne and Lake Lucerne Region
Lucerne – Lake
Lucerne Region.
Venue with a heart.
Luzern Convention Bureau
CH-6002 Luzern
Phone +41 (0)41 227 17 07
[email protected]
www.luzern.com/business
26 | Lucerne – Lake Lucerne Region
Hold your meeting where others spend their holidays: the heart of Switzerland offers the ideal setting, with its glorious lake and mountain views,
magnificent hotels and world-class cultural events. The tried and tested
infrastructure is exemplary, with facilities to meet every need: modern,
traditional, and delightfully off-beat. A visit to the
Lake Lucerne Region, and the picturesque city
of Lucerne, is an experience to warm the heart.
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Special event
locations.
Revolving Restaurant on
Mt Stanserhorn
Panoramic cabin on Mt Rigi
Golf at Lake Sempach
Paddle steamer in front of Mt Rigi
Excursions and
activities.
Titlis – world of glacier
4 hrs / unlimited participants
Switzerland’s only glassworks
Approx. 90 min / 1–150 participants
Lake Lucerne cruise
Airport
Engelberg
Schwyz
Weggis
Geneva
300 km /4 hrs
300 km / 3 hrs 45 min
290 km / 3 hrs 30 min
Zürich
100 km / 2 hrs 15 min
75 km /1 hr 15 min
65 km /1 hr 30 min
Basel
130 km / 2 hrs 30 min
130 km / 2 hrs 15 min
125 km / 2 hrs 15 min
Bern
135 km / 2 hrs 45 min
160 km / 2 hrs 45 min
150 km / 2 hrs 30 min
Lugano
175 km /4 hrs
150 km / 3 hrs
175 km / 3 hrs 15 min
Location
Ä
À
Ã
Others
USP
Engelberg
–
186
588
136
Titlis Glacier Park (altitude: 3,020 m). Brunni “tickle trail”, monastery, Kursaal
Ob- and Nidwalden
57
203
162
680
Cable cars, funiculars, lakes, outdoor activities, history, central location
Schwyz
–
400
250
1,000
Federal Charter Museum, Einsiedeln monastery, Goldau Animal Park
Uri
–
–
300
1,576
William Tell, cradle of Switzerland, historic means of transport
Weggis Vitznau Rigi
105
200
326
331
Wellness destination, Rigi, hikers’ paradise, paddle steamers, Lake Lucerne
Venue
Largest rooms
Area m²
Capacity
Additional rooms
Number
Hotel
Capacity Rooms/beds
Engelberg
Europäischer Hof Hotel Europe Ô
Bartholdy
238
250
120
220
8
10–130
65/130
Kursaal Engelberg
Kursaal
262
450
220
250
2
12–50
–
Seehotel Waldstätterhof Õ, Brunnen
Mythensaal
351
360
154
250
18
5–160
105/160
Schloss-Hotel Õ, Merlischachen
Astrid Hall
120
80
50
100
5
10–25
70/140
Seminar- und Wellnesshotel Stoos Õ, Stoos
Grosser Mythen
111
120
70
100
6
8–30
78/160
Swiss Holiday Park Õ, Morschach
Saal 1 + 2
485
360
200
250
22
8–50
125/250
Hotel Drei Könige Ô, Einsiedeln
Balthasar
150
180
70
150
5
12–30
40/85
Frutt Lodge & Spa Õ, Melchsee-Frutt
Titlis
150
120
100
108
3
20
61/122
Hotel Winkelried Õ, Stansstad
Turmsaal
96
120
50
80
5
4–12
29/58
Hotel Seeblick AG Ô, Emmetten
Waldhorn
240
250
116
120
9
2–120
105/200
Jugendstil-Hotel Paxmontana Ã, Flüeli
Jugendstil-Saal
175
170
60
150
6
10–140
116/220
Schwyz
Ob- und Nidwalden
Lucerne Region
Hotel VitznauerhofÄ, Vitznau
Le Lac 4–6
145
121
52
97
7
8–80
53/93
Park Hotel Weggis Ä, Weggis
Aquarius Hall
275
200
120
190
3
6–24
53/101
57/114
Hotel FloraAlpina Ô, Vitznau
Rigirolle
160
160
80
140
6
150
Seminar-Hotel Rigi am See Ó, Weggis
Saphir
165
150
50
–
3
14–70
55/80
Campus Sursee, Oberkirch
Konferenzsaal
426
500
288
232
66
8–100
341/574
Hotel Arcade Ô, Sins
Seminarraum 2
128
100
48
36
1
50
63/89
Hotel und Bildungszentrum Matt, Schwarzenberg Mozart
117
110
80
–
10
20–100
50/90
Kulturzentrum Braui Hochdorf
Saal 1 + 2
600
850
400
700
4
50–350
–
Rössli ess-kultur, Wolhusen
Saal Rössli ess-kultur
400
375
252
252
5
6–70
–
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On the sunny side.
Ticino Turismo
CH-6501 Bellinzona
Phone +41 (0)91 825 70 56
[email protected]
www.meetings.ticino.ch
28 | Ticino
Ticino is Switzerland’s sun trap, a region of opulent delights. The Mediterranean climate on the southern side of the Alps has given rise to luxuriant
gardens, fine wines and a wonderfully varied cuisine. The landscape is
shamelessly seductive, with unspoilt valleys, panoramic mountain tops and
picturesque lakes. People live and love Ticino’s
dolce vita! Meetings and incentives find fertile
ground here, where Swiss efficiency meets Italian
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spontaneity.
Ascona, Ticino
Ticino.
Special event
locations.
Castelgrande in Bellinzona
Centro Dannemann, Brissago
Excursions and
activities.
Grotto Borei, Brissago
Treasure hunt in a Smart car
4 hrs / 6–20 participants
Risotto-making course at a
“grotto”
Airport
Lugano
Bellinzona
Locarno
Geneva
359 km / 5 hrs 34 min
330 km / 5 hrs 18 min
349 km / 5 hrs 52 min
Zürich
214 km / 2 hrs 39 min
186 km / 2 hrs 36 min
204 km / 3 hrs 10 min
Lugano
6 km /15 min
29 km / 22 min
40 km / 57 min
Milan
62 km /1 hr
87 km /1 hr 24 min
75 km / 2 hrs 3 min
Location
Ä
À
Ã
USP
Lugano & Mendrisio Region
450
989
1,100
Where merlot tasting and typical gastronomy cannot be missed
Ascona & Locarno Region
391
739
1,570
Enjoy the Dolce Vita in the best hotels of Switzerland
Bellinzona & Upper Ticino
–
–
488
A step into the past with the three UNESCO medieval castles
Venue
Largest rooms
Area m²
Capacity
Additional rooms
Number
Capacity
Hotel
Rooms/beds
Airolo
Hotel Alpina Ô
Sala Gottardo
Dazio Grande, Rodi Fiesso
Mans. Tremorgio
100
100
60
120
3
20–50
28/70
58
60
22
45
3
40–75
6/14
Bellinzona
Hotel Unione Ô
La Rotonda + Rotary
260
260
210
250
3
20–80
41/86
Hotel Cereda Ô, Sementina
Sala Barchetti
225
–
–
150
3
12–75
20/36
Castelgrande
Arsenale
200
300
150
–
2
20–100
–
Spazio Aperto
Salone
235
250
120
150
5
25–30
–
Infocentro Gottardo Sud, Pollegio
Esposizioni
400
200
80
–
3
12–80
–
Ascona
Hotel Eden Roc Ä
Marina
90
80
25
90
2
20
95/188
Hotel Giardino Ä
Aphrodite
97
80
40
60
–
–
72/154
Hotel Ascona Õ
Plenum
174
230
160
160
3
25–230
67/120
Parkhotel Delta Ö
Salone
120
80
40
60
1
30–40
50/100
Monte Verità
Auditorium
140
120
90
–
6
8–160
54/88
Hotel Casa Berno Õ
Bellinda
56
45
28
–
1
19–45
60/110
44/88
Best Western Hotel Sasso Boretto Õ
Lago Maggiore
150
–
–
100
4
42–120
Centro Dannemann, Brissago
Sala Dannemann
392
380
100
250
6
10–250
–
Albergo Losone, Losone
Sala delle Palme
220
200
120
150
2
12–40
61/114
Esplanade Hotel Resort & Spa À
Blenio
153
–
–
90
6
10–30
67/120
Hotel Belvedere Ä
Granda
120
120
64
–
2
18–40
81/151
Ramada Hotel La Palma au Lac Õ
Sala Blu
200
200
120
120
1
16–36
68/131
Palazzo Sopracenerina
Ballroom
222
236
–
–
1
40
–
Hotel Kurhaus Casa Sant’Agnese Ô
Soggiorno
102
–
50
–
3
10–50
25/40
–
Locarno
Muralto Convention Centre
Congress Hall
200
275
–
–
–
–
Palexpo FEVI
Salone multiuso
2100
3000
800
1500
6
40–200
–
Kursaal Locarno
Sala del Teatro
260
482
–
–
–
–
–
Lugano: page 54/55
Ticino | 29
Matterhorn, Zermatt
Valais.
Source of the Alps.
Valais Tourism
CH-1950 Sion
Phone +41 (0)27 327 35 70
[email protected]
www.valais.ch
30 | Valais
The Valais is a region of superlatives: here, at the heart of the world-famous
Alps, no less than 47 mountains tower above 4,000 m. Yet the Valais enjoys
an exceptional climate, with levels of sunshine well above the average.
Thanks to a long tradition of hospitality, guests are guaranteed a warm
welcome – and a host of gourmet delights: a rich
gastronomic tradition and a long history of winemaking are the great pride of this incomparable
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region.
Above the clouds
of everyday life.
At the heart of the Alps, the Valais
region offers a wide variety of settings for seminars and conferences.
Whether you are looking for a ski
resort, hiking centre, golfing haven,
oasis of wellness or urban culture,
you will find all these and more between the Rhône Glacier and Lake
Geneva: ultra-modern locations for
groups where work and pleasure
combine perfectly. Excursions with
a gastronomic twist are a speciality:
a vineyard hike, wine-tasting in an
ice pavilion, or a toboggan run followed by a fondue – all guaranteed
fun for groups. And for team-building, what better than a night spent
in an igloo or a Whitepod…
Belalp, Valais
Airport
Crans-Montana
Saas-Fee
Zermatt
Geneva
186 km / 2 hrs 21 min
228 km / 3 hrs 23 min
238 km / 3 hrs 30 min
Zürich
254 km / 2 hrs 57 min
264 km / 3 hrs 15 min
Basel
219 km / 3 hrs 20 min
223 km / 2 hrs 58 min
233 km / 3 hrs 15 min
Bern
121 km / 2 hrs 22 min
125 km / 1 hr 52 min
135 km / 2 hrs 15 min
Milan
239 km / 2 hrs 50 min
227 km / 3 hrs 22 min
Sion*
23 km / 29 min
73 km / 1 hr 30 min
83 km / 2 hrs
* Regional airport
Venue
Largest rooms
Area
Capacity
Additional rooms
Number
Capacity
Hotel
Rooms/Beds
Leukerbad
Hotel Mercure Bristol À
Seminar 1
112
92
60
60
3
12–40
141
Lindner Hotels und Alpentherme Õ
Balmhorn
200
180
80
112
8
12–60
234
Hotel Regina Terme Õ
Raum 2
–
–
55
–
1
20
80
Sportarena
–
700
700
660
660
1
60
–
Rehazentrum
–
150
140
60
80
–
–
–
Martigny
Mercure Hôtel du Parc Õ
Schiele-Raum
CERM (Centre Expos. Réunions Martigny)
CERM 1
396
330
105
280
8
15–300
70
7380
4500
2500
3500
10
5–4,500
–
Saas-Fee/Saas-Almagell
Ferienart Resort & Spa Ö
Eventhalle Rainbow
630
480
250
220
2
12–120
71/144
Schweizerhof Gourmet & Spa SuperiorÕ
Allalin 1 + 2 + 3
220
250
200
160
–
–
45/90
Best Western Metropol Grand Hotel Õ
Dom
75
70
35
35
1
30
51/90
Allalin Relais du Silence Õ
Auditorium
250
230
100
–
5
50
30/80
Golfhotel Saaserhof Õ
Saas
60
30
20
–
–
–
40/100
Wellness- & Vitalhotel
Pirmin Zurbriggen SuperiorÕ
Mattmark
77
60
30
–
–
–
20/40
165/346
Zermatt
Mont Cervin Palace Ö
Alexander Seiler Hall 1 + 2 + 3
363
360
220
240
2
20–40
Grand Hotel Zermatterhof Ö
Matterhorn Room 1 + 2 + 3
320
250
180
200
2
40–72
84/146
Hotel Alex Õ
Crystal
240
200
130
120
4
16–30
84/145
Parkhotel & Résidence Beau Site À
Gornergrat
173
200
90
160
4
15–55
85/163
Hotel Pollux Õ
–
75
60
40
–
–
–
35/74
Seiler Hotel Schweizerhof & Résidence Õ
Salon Rotary
80
90
50
–
1
30
114/222
520/1,000
Further destinations
Brig – Simplonhalle
–
1,000
1,000
500
700
5
25
Naters – Zentrum Missione
–
600
800
300
500
–
–
100/190
1,215
1,000
700
1,000
15
31–574
1,302/2,446
Crans-Montana – Centre de congrès Le Régent Halle couverte
Breiten ob Mörel – Hotel Salina Maris
–
58
35
25
–
2
15–80
30
Riederalp – Art Furrer Resort Ô/Õ/À
Art Furrer
90
100
60
150
2
10–20
70/176
Visp – Kultur- & Kongresszentrum La Poste
Bankettsaal
500
600
300
600
3
25–580
250
Valais | 31
Arosa, Graubünden
Arosa.
Exceeding your Expectations.
Arosa Tourism & Sports and
Conference Centre Arosa
CH-7050 Arosa
Tel. +41 (0)81 378 70 27
[email protected]
www.kongress-arosa.ch
32 | Arosa
An imposing mountain scenery 1800 metres above sea level – that’s the
backdrop of how the Arosa Sports and Conference Centre greets its visitors.
Revel in the idyllic setting of Arosa and experience nature at its finest.
Combine these impressions with a seminar or a conference at the new
multi-purpose sports and conference centre.
Professionally equipped facilities ensure a
memorable and enjoyable stay in Arosa.
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Special event
locations.
Bergrestaurant Weisshorngipfel
Tschuggenhütte
Excursions and
activities.
Sports and Conference Centre Arosa – where business meets sports
Husky Day
City treasure hunt
Journey from the airport
Hotel capacity
(rooms).
Ö/Ä249
Õ/ À672
Ô/ Ã466
Other
645
Total2,032
Airport
Distance
Travel time by train
Travel time by car
Zürich
150 km
2 hrs 45 min
2 hrs 5 min
Basel
235 km
3 hrs 40 min
2 hrs 50 min
Lugano
170 km
4 hrs
2 hrs 25 min
St.Gallen Altenrhein
115 km
2 hrs 50 min
1 hrs 40 min
Travel by direct international high-speed trains
From
Distance
Travel time
Type of train
Amsterdam
940 km
11 hrs 5 min
ICE, IC, R
Brussels
790 km
9 hrs 55 min
ICE, IC, R
Frankfurt
520 km
7 hrs
ICE, IC, R
Munich
208 km
6 hrs 25 min
ICE, R, RE
Paris
802 km
7 hrs 40 min
TGV, IC, R
Venue
Largest rooms
Area m²
Capacity
Additional rooms
Sport- und Kongresszentrum
Erzhorn
Eishalle (covered)
Arosa Kulm Hotel & Alpin Spa Ä
Panorama Halle
Number
Capacity
Hotel
Rooms/beds
310
409
168
250
5
10–30
1800
1800
–
550
–
–
–
–
210
180
110
130
4
15–50
119/207
Salon Alpenpost l + ll
115
135
80
104
–
–
–
Tschuggen Grand Hotel Ä
Wintergarten
200
100
60
60
4
15–80
130/216
Waldhotel National À
Erzhorn
Älplisee l + ll
75
50
30
–
–
–
–
Sporthotel Valsana À
Schiesshorn
144
100
60
80
2
46–90
73/131
Arosa l + ll
111
90
46
–
–
–
–
Weisshorn
54
35
16
14
1
8–10
73/120
Galilei
Hotel Excelsior Õ
Sunstar Parkhotel Arosa Õ
60
40
24
24
–
–
–
210
180
110
–
10
10–20
128/240
Schiesshorn
23
10
10
–
–
–
–
Seminar
55
45
24
21
1
10–15
106/192
Seminar ll
24
14
10
–
–
–
–
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View of the Middle Bridge and Cathedral, Basel
Basel.
City of easy access.
Basel Tourismus &
Convention Bureau
CH-4010 Basel
Phone +41 (0)61 268 68 20
[email protected]
www.basel.com
34 | Basel
Thanks to its first-class transportation network and professional infrastructure, Basel is one of Europe’s most important conference cities. From small
business hotels to large congress centres, there is a wide range of facilities
for you, as a meeting planner, to choose from. You will also value the short
travel times within the city and the options for social
programmes offered by the evocative old town,
the Rhine, neighbouring Alsace and the nearby
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Black Forest.
Special event
locations.
Pantheon Basel
Restaurant Schloss Bottmingen
Excursions and
activities.
City treasure hunt
Up to 2 hrs / up to 20 participants
per group
Segway tour
Up to 2 hrs / up to 10 participants
per group
Hotel capacity
(rooms).
Restaurant Filou in the Trade Fair Tower, Basel
Airport
Distance
Travel time by car
Basel
6.5 km
15 min (bus)
15 min
Geneva
251 km
2 hrs 45 min
2 hrs 30 min
Zürich
85 km
55 min
1 hr
Bern
98 km
1 hr
1 hr
Lugano
270 km
3 hrs 45 min
3 hrs
Ö/Ä559
Õ/ À1,088
Ô/ Ã1,414
Other
693
Total3,754
From
Distance
Travel time
Type of train
Amsterdam
750 km
7 hrs
TGV, ICE, THA
Brussels
565 km
6 hrs 45 min
TGV, ICE, THA
Frankfurt
328 km
3 hrs
DB ICE
Milan
339 km
4 hrs 30 min
EC, ICE
Paris
570 km
3 hrs 3 min
TGV
Venue
Largest rooms
Area m²
Capacity
Additional rooms
Number
Capacity
Hotel
Rooms/beds
Basler Personenschifffahrt
MS Christoph Merian
255
180
100154
2
280
–
Best Western Hotel Stücki Ô
Saturn 1 + 2
105
80
5872
6
55
144/185
Congress Center Basel
San Francisco
1,233
1,500
800770
16
35–2,200
–
Coop Bildungszentrum
Aula
200
170
100–
21
20–80
37/65
171/258
Dorint an der Messe Basel Ô
Bern 2 + 3
Dreispitzhalle
Hall
Elisabethenkirche
100
60
50–
3
20–40
1,500
600
–400
1
600
–
Church
900
500
–300
–
–
–
Grand Hotel Les Trois Rois Ö
Salle Belle Epoque
258
260
150160
7
80
101/155
Hotel Basel Õ
Salon Dolder
45
30
1620
1
6
72
Hotel Basel Hilton Ö
Salon des Nations A–C
320
450
180390
5
212
214/380
hotel bildungszentrum 21Ô
Auditorium
182
160
70120
19
75
69/96
Mercure Europe Basel Õ
Festsaal (Galerie 1 + 2)
179
200
150160
5
100
157/234
Radisson Blu Hotel Õ
Berlin 1–3
227
250
140200
7
84
205/268
Ramada Plaza Basel À
Geneva 1–4
405
500
250250
4
50
224/348
Reithalle Wenkenhof
Reithalle
450
450
300300
–
–
–
Restaurant Löwenzorn
Saal
65
80
5080
5
–
–
Restaurant Safran Zunft
Zunftsaal
280
300
100300
4
50
–
Restaurant Schützenhaus
Schützensaal
235
250
125200
4
100
–
35/43
Seminarhotel Schützen Rheinfelden
Jugendstilsaal
130
80
4860
4
110
St. Jakob-Park Basel
Konferenz 2
335
240
120160
14
800
–
St. Jakobshalle
Grosse Halle
2,800
9,000
3,0002,200
3
1,500
–
Stadt-Casino Basel
Grosser Festsaal
440
700
250500
3
1,508
–
Swiss Conference Center
Auditorium
273
–
212–
5
40
–
Swissôtel Le Plaza Basel Ö
Cleopatra 1–3
71
56
3250
3
42
238/450
Basel | 35
Old town, UNESCO World Heritage, Bern
Bern.
A good place to meet.
Bern Tourism
CH-3000 Bern 7
Phone +41 (0)31 328 12 60
[email protected]
www.bern.com
36 | Bern
One of Bern’s secrets is its relaxed atmosphere – thanks to a combination
of the legendary charm of the Swiss capital, the interplay of visionary modern
architecture with the world-famous medieval quarter, and the manageable
size of the city. In any case, Bern offers an ideal backdrop for almost any
kind of event – thanks also to venues such as the
historic Granary (Kornhauskeller), the modern conference centre and Daniel Libeskind’s architectural
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gem Westside.
Special event
locations.
Granary (Kornhauskeller)
Gurten, Bern’s local mountain
Excursions and
activities.
Gurten, Bern’s local mountain
Emmental show dairy
Ropetech rope park
Hotel capacity
(rooms).
Airport
Distance
Travel time by car
Geneva
160 km
1 hr 40 min
1 hr 50 min
Zürich
120 km
56 min
1 hr 30 min
Basel
100 km
50 min
1 hr 10 min
Bern
11 km
38 min
20 min (shuttle)
Ö/Ä226
Õ/ À911
From
Distance
Travel time
Type of train
Brussels
640 km
7 hrs 7 min
ICE, TGV
Frankfurt
430 km
3 hrs 49 min
ICE
Milan
350 km
3 hrs
EC
Paris
590 km
4 hrs 3 min
TGV
Ô/ Ã581
Other
409
Total2,127
Venue
Largest rooms
Area m²
Capacity
Additional rooms
Number
Capacity
Hotel
Rooms/beds
BERNEXPO
Halle 210
7,433
6,000
2,000
3,000
16
8–6,000
–
Berner Technopark
Auditorium
150
150
60
–
5
12–120
–
Bierhübeli
Konzertsaal
306
430
300
100
1
50–91
–
Gurten – Park im Grünen
Uptown OG
220
220
80
150
12
10–120
–
Gurten – Park im Grünen
Panoramazelt
700
–
–
600
13
8–220
–
Holiday Inn Bern Westside Õ
Bookmark 9 + 10 + 11
132
120
60
–
8
12–90
144/208
Hotel Ambassador & Spa Õ
Kyoto + Saporo+Kobe
220
250
120
150
6
9–130
97/145
Hotel Astoria Ô
Bernersaal
140
100
70
70
2
8–20
62/103
Hotel Bellevue Palace Ä
Salon Royal
298
400
200
260
7
8–300
129/223
Hotel Bern Õ
Unionssaal 1 + 2
230
340
120
220
7
15–150
95/150
Hotel Kreuz Ô
Fischer + Hodler
226
252
140
250
9
13–112
100/160
Hotel National Ó
Theatersaal
550
500
400
450
1
225
44/66
Hotel SchweizerhofÄ
Salon Trianon (Ballroom)
350
300
110
200
10
2–49
99/170
Kornhausforum
Stadtsaal
390
360
300
200
2
40–80
–
Kultur-Casino Bern
Grosser Saal (ohne Galerie)
439
576
300
500
5
20–300
–
Kursaal Bern, Hotel Allegro À
Arena
171/292
Nationales Pferdezentrum Bern
Reithalle
Novotel Bern Expo Õ
Wankdorf 1
800
1,400
1,000
1,000
24
6–1,400
2,000
1,000
–
500
4
10–150
–
220
200
100
120
6
10–60
310/626
Parkhotel Schloss Hünigen Õ
Hallersaal 3
175
250
70
152
13
12–160
54/114
Rathaus Bern
Grossratssaal
403
–
216
–
11
9–136
–
Schlossgut Münsingen
Schlossgutsaal
436
600
200
360
2
24–40
–
Sorell Hotel Ador Ô
Gnägi + Honegger
290
360
140
170–240
7
25–110
52/84
STADE DE SUISSE Wankdorf Bern
Champions Lounge
2,068
650
230
1,000
17
8–650
–
UNIA
A
377
–
220
300
1
30
–
Universität Bern
Aula mit Empore
300
340
–
–
1
270
–
Weltpostverein
Heinrich von Stephan
370
–
180+40
–
6
16–126
–
Zentrum Paul Klee
Auditorium
265
300
300
250
5
24–300
–
Bern | 37
View over Davos, Graubünden
Davos Klosters.
Congress city with a long tradition!
Destination Davos Klosters
Phone +41 (0)81 415 21 76
[email protected]
www.davoscongress.ch
38 | Davos Klosters
Davos Klosters is a vibrant cosmos packed with contrasts that are mutually
attractive and enhancing: a sports eldorado, health resort, business city
and cultural metropolis merge together in the middle of stunning mountain
scenery and transform Europe’s highest-altitude Alpine town into the place
of a thousand possibilities.
37028
Special event
locations.
Schatzalp Snow & Mountain
Resort
Rinerhorn Mountain Restaurant
Excursions and
activities.
World Economic Forum, Davos Congress
Culinary treats with the Rhaetian
Railway
UNESCO World Heritage route with
culinary delights
Works by Ernst Ludwig Kirchner
One of the major cultural attractions
Airport
Distance
Travel time by car
Zürich
160 km
2 hrs 30 min
2 hrs
St.Gallen Altenrhein
100 km
2 hrs 40 min
1 hr 30 min
Friedrichshafen
145 km
4 hrs 30 min
1 hr 45 min
Hotel capacity
(rooms).
Ö/Ä390
Õ/ À2,893
From
Distance
Travel time
Type of train
Amsterdam
950 km
10 hrs 53 min
ICE, IC, RE
Brussels
796 km
9 hrs 42 min
THA, TGV, IC, RE
Frankfurt
537 km
6 hrs 50 min
ICE, IC, R
Milan
240 km
4 hrs 19 min
EC, bus, RE, R
Paris
802 km
7 hrs 30 min
TGV, IC, R
Ô/ Ã2,114
Other
1,594
Total6,991
Venue
Kongresszentrum Davos
Largest rooms
Haus A/B/C
Area m²
Capacity
Additional rooms
Number Capacity
Hotel
Rooms/beds
12 ,000
–
–
–
34
30–5,000
–
Haus A, Plenarsaal Davos
1,300
1,800
1,000
1,250
11
30–1,800
–
Haus B, Pischa + Parsenn
248
300
210
240
8
30–300
–
Haus C, Sanada
315
310
250
280
15
30–310
–
Hotel Flüela Ö
Flora
188
180
140
140
3
20–40
69/120
Steigenberger Grandhotel
Lounge East
238
200
150
120
5
21–113
127/234
Hotel Grischa Õ
Schatzalp, Parsenn
100
90
50
130
3
16–90
93/180
Hotel Seehof Õ
Ferdmann
90
80
55
70
5
12–40
118/207
Kongress Hotel Davos Õ
Plenarsaal Davos 2/3
800
800
600
696
4
15–310
80/130
Morosani Posthotel Õ
Davoserstube
100
60
60
80
5
10–60
90/160
100/185
Belvédère Ö
Morosani Schweizerhof Õ
Gartensaal
420
500
260
350
8
12–50
Sheraton Davos Hotel Waldhuus Õ
Jakobshorn, Strela, Parsenn
120
90
54
70
2
12–18
93/186
Silvretta Parkhotel, Klosters Õ
Bankettsaal
240
160
100
140
2
8–80
95/200
Sunstar Parkhotel Õ
Sertig 1 + 2
140
230
100
52
7
10–80
214/385
Turmhotel Victoria Õ
Davos
150
130
100
70
7
12–100
81/151
Waldhotel Davos Õ
Hans Castorp 2
84
56
28
25
2
8–20
50/85
Schatzalp Snow & Mountain Resort
Jugendstil-Saal I + II + III
245
140
70
200
7
12–180
92/170
Davos Klosters | 39
View from Muottas Muragl, Engadin St. Moritz, Graubünden
Engadin
St. Moritz.
Mountains, space, lakes, light!
Engadin St. Moritz
CH-7500 St. Moritz
Phone +41 (0)81 830 08 13
[email protected]
www.engadin.stmoritz.ch/meetings
40 | Engadin St. Moritz
Located at 1,800 m above sea level and blessed with a sunny climate, the
13 towns and villages of the Engadin St. Moritz region enjoy a gloriously
mild microclimate. Visitors, meanwhile, experience a unique combination of
chic atmosphere, authentic village tradition and unspoilt nature. The Upper
Engadin’s charms are legendary: the breathtaking
mountain views, the seemingly endless expanse of
the lake plateau and the magical quality of the light.
37021
Special event
locations.
El Paradiso mountain restaurant
Igloo restaurant
Excursions and
activities.
Bob-taxi ride
From 1 hr / 5–30 participants
High-rope challenge course
From 2 hrs / 10–100 participants
Hotel capacity
(rooms).
Ö/Ä1087
Õ/ À1421
Ô/ Ã1415
Other
2464
Total6387
Skiers with view of the Engadin mountains
Airport
Distance
Travel time by car
Geneva
480 km
6 hrs 30 min
6 hrs
Zürich
200 km
3 hrs 30 min
3 hrs
Basel
280 km
4 hrs 30 min
4 hrs
Lugano
120 km
4 hrs
2 hrs 30 min
Milan
175 km
4 hrs 30 min
3 hrs
From
Distance
Travel time
Type of train
Brussels
855 km
11 hrs
THA, ICE, IC, RE
Frankfurt
590 km
8 hrs
ICE, IC, RE
Milan
175 km
4 hrs 30 min
RE, Bernina Express
Paris
860 km
8 hrs 30 min
TGV, IC, RE
Venue
Largest rooms
Area m²
Capacity
Additional rooms
Hotel
Number Capacity Rooms/beds
Convention and Event Centre Rondo, Pontresina
Sela Arabella
350
501
190
250
7
5–600
–
Grand Hotel Kronenhof Ä, Pontresina
Grand Restaurant
425
250
150
300
10
5–250
112/200
Hotel Rosatsch Ô/Õ, Pontresina
Rosanna
106
80
40
60
–
5–80
80/147
Hotel SaratzÀ, Pontresina
Restaurant
200
140
100
150
4
15–60
93/186
Hotel Schloss, Pontresina
Sala Teatro
220
200
60
200
2
35–110
142/360
Badrutt’s Palace Hotel Ä, St. Moritz
Embassy
389
380
170
290
6
12–312
157/300
The Carlton Hotel Ä, St. Moritz
Empire Ballroom
310
200
160
160
3
20–36
60/120
Kulm Hotel Ä, St. Moritz
Corviglia
550
500
420
420
6
50–330
173/327
Suvretta House Ä, St. Moritz
Festivo
320
350
140
220
8
20–90
181/330
Kempinski Grand Hotel des Bains Ä, St. Moritz
Cresta I and II
140
140
80
80
7
20–80
184/344
91
100
45
70
3
20–100
74/134
234
120
72
180
8
10–120
82/150
Crystal Hotel À, St. Moritz
Chantarella
Hotel Schweizerhof À, St. Moritz
Segantini and Lion
Hotel Steffani Õ, St. Moritz
Festsaal
130
120
70
120
5
10–90
61/119
Hotel Laudinella , St. Moritz
Concert Hall
280
450
200
300
6
10–100
203/300
Hotel Randolins Ô, St. Moritz
Guarda
100
100
48
80
5
10–40
72/168
Hotel Reine Victoria, St. Moritz
Sala Teatro
300
220
120
270
11
10–120
144/429
Hotel Cresta Palace À, Celerina
Saal
245
250
120
180
5
10–80
100/170
Hotel Nira Alpina Õ, Silvaplana-Surlej
Conference room
100
70
50
50
–
–
70/140
Hotel Engiadina Õ, Zuoz
Grüner Saal
100
120
70
100
4
10–120
37/70
Hotel Castell À, Zuoz
Restaurant Castell
200
–
–
150
4
10–50
68/136
Hotel Bär & Post, Zernez
Saal
80
80
30
60
2
10–45
45/90
Iglu Village, Muottas Muragl, Samedan
Bar Iglu
180
60
20
90
2
10–75
4/20
el paradiso, St. Moritz
La Ventana
140
170
70
150
3
10–140
–
Mathis Food Affairs, St. Moritz
Corviglia
250
300
150
200
3
30–500
–
Diavolezza, mountain cabin, Pontresina
Palü
98
–
–
72
2
30–56
15/180
Romantik Hotel Muottas Muragl, Samedan
Panorama
226
–
–
190
2
25–60
16/42
Engadin St. Moritz | 41
View of the village with mountains and Cauma Lake, Flims Graubünden
Flims Laax
Falera.
A taste for adventure.
MEETINGS
FLIMS LAAX FALERA
Flims Laax Falera Meetings
CH-7018 Flims Waldhaus
Phone +41 (0)81 928 48 14
[email protected]
www.flf-meetings.ch
42 | Flims Laax Falera
The destination of Flims Laax Falera offers conference guests a tremendous
variety of activities. In winter, this is one of the sunniest and most snow-sure
of all destinations, with 220 km of piste; in summer, it becomes a glorious
mountain world scattered with refreshing lakes. Gourmets can enjoy topquality cuisine year-round. The innovative spirit
of this superbly accessible region makes it an
exciting and dynamic setting for any event.
37017
Special event
locations.
Waldhaus Arena
la fermata
Excursions and
activities.
Gourmet trail
Curling contest
Hotel capacity
(rooms).
Ö/ Ä150
Õ/ À558
Ô/ Ã560
Other97
Total1,365
Waldhaus Arena in Flims – for events with up to 1,800 people
Airport
Distance
Travel time by car
Geneva
415 km
5 hrs 10 min
3 hrs 50 min
Zürich
135 km
2 hrs 20 min
1 hr 30 min
Basel
222 km
3 hrs 35 min
2 hrs 10 min
Bern
262 km
2 hrs 23 min
2 hrs 35 min
Lugano
150 km
3 hrs 40 min
1 hr 50 min
From
Distance
Travel time
Type of train
Amsterdam
930 km
13 hrs 50 min
IR, IC, CNL
Brussels
780 km
8 hrs 35 min
IR, IC, TGV, THA
Frankfurt
510 km
5 hrs 37 min
IR, IC, ICE
Milan
220 km
3 hrs 40 min
Bus, EC
Paris
793 km
6 hrs 25 min
ICN, TGV
Venue
Waldhaus Arena
Largest rooms
Eventhalle
Shot 1
Waldhaus Flims Mountain Resort & Spa Ö
Eventhalle Flims
la fermata
Jugendstilsaal
Hotel Laaxerhof Õ
Capacity
Additional rooms
Number Capacity
Hotel
Rooms/beds
1,472
1,800
874
850
2
2–88
87
88
56
–
–
–
150/300
–
418
500
260
320
16
2–250
150/300
Belmont 1 + 2
128
110
70
–
–
–
–
Pic As
123
100
66
70
–
–
–
Eventhalle
364
500
180
250
–
–
–
Gemeindesaal
122
200
–
–
–
–
–
Stonas 1–3
301
500
156
240
5
278
–
Stonas 1
214
278
111
–
–
–
–
Gonda
Hotel Adula Õ
Area m²
43
48
20
–
–
–
–
Cauma A + B
115
90
60
–
8
60
92/173
Cassons 1–3
85
60
26
–
–
–
–
Cresta
70
60
30
–
–
–
–
Konferenzraum
203
150
80
120
3
20
92/184
Sitzungszimmer
40
–
12
–
–
–
–
Surselva Brauerei
Hopfenbühne
140
130
64
90
–
–
–
signinahotel Õ
Curtgin Grond
89
90
50
–
2
60
85/185
rocksresort
Diva 1
70
130
80
–
3
600
122/590
Hotel Schweizerhof Flims Õ
Salle d’Etude
75
60
32
40
–
–
50/80
Salle de Lecture
65
40
25
35
–
–
–
Konferenzraum
62
55
25
24
–
–
50/100
Hotel Cresta
Flims Laax Falera | 43
Jet d’eau, Geneva © Arnaud Childéric / Kalice
Geneva.
Meeting point of nations.
Geneva Tourism & Conventions
CH-1211 Genève 1
Phone +41 (0)22 909 70 46
[email protected]
www.genevaconventionbureau.ch
44 | Geneva
As the headquarters of renowned international organisations such as the UN,
ICRC, WHO and CERN, Geneva offers professional options for all kinds of
conferences and incentives. The city’s broad cultural offering and its famous
gastronomy make for a top-quality social programme. While the international
airport and Geneva’s superb location on major
transport axes add to the practical appeal of this
elegant world city on picturesque Lake Geneva.
37016
Special event
locations.
BFM – Bâtiment des Forces
Motrices
Capacity (banquet): 350–500 people
CGN – boat cruises on Lake
Geneva
Excursions and
activities.
Bâtiment des Forces Motrices, Geneva
International organisations – visits
Vineyard tour and wine tasting
2.5 hrs / 5–20 participants
Hotel capacity
(rooms).
Travel by plane
Ö/Ä2,707
Õ/ À2,568
Ô/ Ã1,759
Other
2,191
Total9,225
Airport
Distance
Travel time by car
Geneva
4 km
6 min
15 min
Zürich
230 km
2 hrs 45 min
2 hrs 45 min
Paris
540 km
3 hrs 5 min
5 hrs
From
Distance
Travel time
From
Distance
Travel time
Abu Dhabi
4,900 km
6 hrs 55 min
Moscow
2,400 km
3 hrs 45 min
Brussels
529 km
1 hr 10 min
New York
6,200 km
8 hrs 5 min
Frankfurt
463 km
1 hr
Rome
710 km
1 hr 30 min
London
740 km
1 hr 35 min
Washington
8,450 km
8 hrs 10 min
Montreal
5,900 km
7 hrs 15 min
Venue
Largest rooms
Area m²
Capacity
Additional rooms
1)
Centre International de Conférences Genève, CICG
Room 1 + 2 + 3 + 4
Centre de l’Espérance
Auditorium
Geneva Palexpo
Room A + B + C1)
IATA Geneva Conference Centre
Geneva 1 + 2
Université de Genève
U600
Uptown Geneva
Hotel
2,650
2,200
1,600
–
18
12–500
–
240
314
–
–
5
20–100
–
2,500
2,500
1,350
1,600
31
9–1700
–
420
–
150
–
6
24–80
–
–
642
–
–
12
98–514
–
Broadway
600
460
–
–
2
160–290
–
Hôtel Beau-Rivage Genève Ä
A+B+C+D
410
350
–
300
3
15–130
90/182
Four Seasons Hôtel des Bergues Ä
Salle des Nations
300
300
220
280
4
24–90
100/107
Grand Hotel Kempinski Geneva Ä
Theater + Auditorium
–
1,300
–
–
9
40–450
412/579
Mandarin Oriental Geneva Ä
Rhône 1 + 2 + 3
265
250
120
180
2
42–220
190/390
Mövenpick Hôtel & Casino Genève Ä
Lindbergh
322
370
230
270
12
40–250
350/431
Hôtel President Wilson Ä
W+I+L+S+O+N
880
1,000
600
700
3
70–100
228/305
Starling Geneva Hotel & Conference Center Ä
Crans + Montana
1,025
800
600
800
13
35–600
496/654
Swissôtel Métropole Genève Ä
Wagner
142
160
80
80
5
30–100
127/164
Hôtel Le Richemond Ä
Paul Klee + Large Gallery
228
180
80
200
4
25–100
109/116
334/400
Hôtel InterContinental Genève Ö
Ballroom A + B + C +
Foyer D + E
752
720
440
610
14
30–444
Hôtel de la Paix Ö
Alabama
140
165
60
100
3
40–100
84/141
Hôtel Bristol À
Grand Salon
147
120
50
90
3
20–50
100/175
Crowne Plaza Genève À
International
558
1,000
650
650
8
30–250
308/496
Hôtel Royal Manotel À
Rousseau
277
220
130
200
3
30–70
202/303
Hôtel NH Geneva Airport Õ
Salon Verdi
96
60
35
60
2
40
190/337
Hôtel Novotel Genève Centre Õ
Cortille
150
80
45
120
2
10–50
206/330
Hôtel Warwick Genève Õ
Mont-Blanc + Jura
242
200
105
160
5
10–100
167/250
Hôtel Ramada Encore Genève Ô
Event centre
1250
800
–
700
6
25–355
154/308
Halls 1 to 5 = up to 30, 000 people
Geneva | 45
Gstaad, Bernese Oberland
Gstaad.
Come up, slow down.
Gstaad Saanenland Tourismus
CH-3780 Gstaad
Phone +41 (0)33 748 81 81
[email protected]
www.gstaad.ch
46 | Gstaad
Gstaad offers meeting and conference organisers a unique combination of
first-class infrastructure, unspoilt mountain scenery and a range of wellness
facilities, all of which encourage creativity in a relaxing atmosphere. Guests
value Gstaad’s exceptional diversity – and the region’s status as a gourmet
powerhouse and oasis of wellness. The cosy
chalet-village atmosphere and hint of glamour
provide a perfect setting for any occasion.
370 33
Special event
locations.
Walig alpine hut
Glacier 3000 (Botta)
Excursions and
activities.
Gruben, Gstaad
Glacier hike
1.5–4 hrs / unlimited participants
Canoe trip on Lake Arnen
Hotel capacity
(rooms).
Ö/Ä333
Õ/ À374
Ô/ Ã347
Other
268
Total1,322
Airport
Distance
Travel time by car
Geneva
150 km
3 hrs
2 hrs 15 min
Zürich
211 km
3 hrs 30 min
2 hrs 50 min
Basel
188 km
3 hrs 30 min
2 hrs 40 min
Bern
82 km
2 hrs 45 min
1 hr 30 min
Lugano
257 km
6 hrs 30 min
4 hrs
From
Distance
Travel time
Type of train
Amsterdam
679 km
10 hrs
ICE, TGV
Brussels
532 km
9 hrs
ICE, TGV
Frankfurt
418 km
6 hrs
ICE
Milan
185 km
4 hrs
EC
Paris
455 km
6 hrs 30 min
TGV
Venue
Largest rooms
Area m²
Capacity
Additional rooms
Concert Seminar Banquet Number
Capacity
Hotel
Rooms/beds
Gstaad Palace Ä
Salle Baccarat
240
300
180
200
4
10-80
Grand Hotel Bellevue Ä
Pensador I
146
80
54
60
3
10-50
57/144
Grand Hotel Park Ä
Eggli I / II
255
170
123
160
3
12-90
94/202
8-18
55/104
104/194
Golfhotel Les Hauts de Gstaad & SPA À
Eagle & Flight
128
120
Le Grand Chalet À
Grand Cru
30
30
16
30
–
–
20/50
Hotel Arc-en-ciel Õ
Eggli, Wasserngrat & Wispile
96
100
50
80
–
–
40/80
Hotel Gstaaderhof Õ
Eggli & Vanil Noir
78
70
40
34
2
8-14
64/116
Hotel Hornberg Õ
Rüblihorn
74
–
–
–
2
–
40/80
Hotel SteigenbergerÕ
Yehudi Menuhin
128
130
70
60
4
12-72
134/243
60
60
4
Hotel Alphorn Ô
Stalderstube
63
80
30
45
–
–
28/51
Hotel Alpine Lodge Ô
Seminarraum
130
120
60
96
–
–
28/60
Hotel Landhaus Ô
Grosser Saal
–
300
200
120
1
30-100
20/37
Hotel Solsana Ô
Course room 1
–
61
35
40
2
22-110
60/100
Hotel Spitzhorn Ô
Spitzhorn
48
40
24
20
–
–
29/50
Beinhaus Zweisimmen
–
260
250
250
150
–
–
–
Curlinghalle Gstaad
–
1248
1800
1500
1200
–
–
–
Experience Hall Schönried
–
260
250
250
150
–
–
–
Festivalzelt Gstaad
–
2636
2000
1000
600
–
–
–
Glacier 3000
Restaurant Botta
–
120
120
120
1
150
–
Hotel Bären
Cheesystube
55
40
30
32
3
100
7/15
Hotel Wildhorn
Säli und Saal
–
–
–
130
–
–
14/29
Kino Gstaad
–
180
203
–
–
–
–
–
Tennishalle Gstaad
–
1872
3000
2500
1800
–
–
–
Gstaad | 47
Eventful Interlaken.
Interlaken Congress & Events AG
CH-3800 Interlaken
Phone +41 (0)33 827 62 00
[email protected]
www.interlaken-congress.ch
48 | Interlaken
Framed by lakes Thun and Brienz and crowned by the UNESCO World
Heritage mountains of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau, the spectacular landscape around Interlaken makes a perfect backdrop for memorable conferences and successful events. The Congress Centre Kursaal Interlaken can
arrange everything from catering to conference
equipment and event-decoration. We will also support you with hotel reservations and secretarial ser37011
vices, as well as incentives and events of all kinds.
Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau, Bernese Oberland
Interlaken.
Special event
locations.
Schilthorn – Piz Gloria
Lake Brienz Shipyard
Excursions and
activities.
Congress Centre Kursaal, Interlaken
Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe
Swiss Open-Air Museum
Ballenberg
4 hrs / 20–1,500 participants
Airport
Distance
Travel time by car
Geneva
210 km
3 hrs
2 hrs 30 min
Zürich
150 km
2 hrs 15 min
2 hrs
Basel
150 km
2 hrs 15 min
2 hrs
Hotel capacity
(rooms).
Bern
50 km
1 hr 30 min
40 min
Lugano
220 km
5 hrs 30 min
2 hrs 45 min
Ö/Ä320
Õ/ À590
Ô/ Ã890
Other
300
Total2,100
From
Distance
Travel time
Type of train
Amsterdam
887 km
11 hrs
ICE, TGV
Brussels
718 km
8 hrs 30 min
ICE, TGV
Frankfurt
477 km
5 hrs
ICE
Milan
295 km
3 hrs 10 min
EC
Paris
650 km
6 hrs
TGV
Venue
Congress Centre Kursaal
Interlaken
Largest rooms
Lindner Grand Hotel Beau Rivage Ö
Capacity
Additional rooms
Number Capacity
Hotel
Rooms/beds
Auditorium
1,000
1,200
600
–
4
10–30
Konzerthalle
1,200
1,300
750
1,150
10
10–130
–
960
1,150
525
680
–
–
–
–
Kongress Saal
Victoria-Jungfrau Grand Hotel &
Spa Ä
Area m²
–
Theatersaal
375
750
360
410
–
–
Ballsaal
300
350
210
320
–
–
–
La Salle de Versaille
405
500
320
380
16
10–150
212/400
La Salle Général Guisan
238
300
150
180
–
–
–
La Salle Côte Jardin
617
400
240
–
–
–
–
L’Orangerie
205
180
120
–
–
–
–
La Belle Epoque
312
350
160
220
11
10–65
101/188
–
–
2
10–100
60/100
96/164
Jungfrau
110
70
50
–
Hotel Interlaken Õ
Pavillon 1–3
123
100
70
100
Hotel Metropole Õ
Salon I–VI
284
200
100
200
4
10–80
Hotel Royal St. Georges Õ
Les Mirroirs
214
150
70
175
3
10–50
93/170
Hotel Artos Ô
Quelle + Insel
220
200
150
120
6
10–40
80/120
Hotel Beausite Ô
Plenum I–II
200
140
80
120
1
20
42/70
Hotel Carlton-Europe Ô
Atrium
120
120
60
100
9
10–100
75/148
Hotel GoldeyÔ
Top of
City Hotel Oberland Ô
Saal
Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe
Meeting room
Schilthorn – Piz Gloria
Revolving Restaurant
Touristorama
Schifffahrt Berner Oberland
MS Berner Oberland
MS Schilthorn
165
100
50
150
–
–
–
Schiffswerft Brienzersee
Schiffswerft
754
500
300
450
–
–
–
96
60
40
–
2
10–70
42/70
116
130
80
120
7
10–50
192/370
80
30
20
–
6
50–250
–
335
–
–
400
1
10–22
–
250
250
250
200
–
–
–
500
150
–
400
–
–
–
Interlaken | 49
Cathedral and city of Lausanne, Lake Geneva Region
Lausanne.
The Olympic capital.
Lausanne Tourisme &
Convention Bureau
CH-1000 Lausanne 6
Phone +41 (0)21 613 73 61
[email protected]
www.lausanne.biz
www.lausanne-tourisme.ch
50 | Lausanne
Lausanne is home to the International Olympic Committee, in addition to
being French-speaking Switzerland’s leading business metropolis. Lausanne
boasts top-notch facilities as well as professional services. Yet this elegant
city, set among vineyards beside Lake Geneva, has much more to offer – not
least its many famous cultural attractions.
Its strong identity rests on typical Swiss values
such as reliability, stability and security.
37020
Special event
locations.
Portes des Iris
CGN private cruise
Excursions and
activities.
Event in the Flon area, Lausanne
La Maison Cailler
(chocolate museum)
Lausanne safari
Airport
Distance
Travel time by car
Geneva
60 km
42 min
40 min
Zürich
230 km
2 hrs 27 min
2 hrs 10 min
Basel
200 km
2 hrs 38 min
1 hr 55 min
Hotel capacity
(rooms).
Bern
115 km
1 hr 45 min
1 hr 20 min
Lugano
380 km
5 hrs 44 min
3 hrs 40 min
Ö/Ä314
Õ/ À1,426
Ô/ Ã607
Other
600
Total2,947
From
Distance
Travel time
Type of train
Amsterdam
940 km
8 hrs 21 min
THA, TGV
Brussels
770 km
6 hrs 22 min
THA, TGV
Frankfurt
1,130 km
5 hrs 10 min
ICE, ICN
Milan
333 km
3 hrs 15 min
EC
Paris
600 km
3 hrs 39 min
TGV
Venue
Largest rooms
Area m²
Capacity
Additional rooms
Hotel
Hôtel Beau-Rivage Palace Ä
Salle Sandoz
430
400
180
350
12
14–230
168/320
Hôtel Lausanne Palace & Spa Ä
Salle Richemont
250
315
120
200
14
15–120
146/254
Hôtel De la Paix À
Salon 3–6
305
220
120
185
6
15–100
109/198
Hôtel Mövenpick À
Olympia B
430
400
180
320
18
10–320
337/450
Hôtel Alpha-Palmiers Õ
Bambou I + II + 978 + 979
200
250
130
114
14
6–170
215/370
Angleterre & Résidence Õ
Platane
Hôtel Continental Õ
Erni (Fresques + Rideau)
Hôtel Nash Carlton Õ
Venise + Elysée + Rotonde
156
60
50
60
1
12
44/88
Hôtel Novotel Lausanne-BussignyÕ
Joran-Bise Noire
180
200
80
110
5
20–130
141/282
Hôtel Mirabeau Õ
Rosemont
108
120
60
90
2
20–40
73/127
Hôtel Starling Hotel at EPFL Õ
I–V
184
150
140
126
–
25–40
154/308
84/150
70
72
29
56
3
16–42
75/150
168
160
120
120
2
15–20
116/174
Hôtel Aulac Ô
Hune
60
40
20
60
3
6–40
Hostellerie Les Chevreuils Ô
La Véranda
75
50
28
40
1
12–20
30/60
Hôtel Le Rivage Ô
Lac-Vigne-Bourg
142
120
76
130
–
8–35
33/55
Hôtel Ibis Crissier-Lausanne Ó
Féchy-Dézaley
113/230
Beaulieu Lausanne Congress & Exhibition Centre Atlanta
150
150
100
96
8–80
12–65
4,270
4,600
2,000
2,800
30
12–1850
–
–
392
–
–
14
10–200
–
CHUV
Auditoire César Roux
EPFL
Polydôme
600
420
200
200
49
10–420
–
Centre Général Guisan
Fondation Pohl
207
240
80
150
4
14–150
–
Salle Métropole
Salle Métropole
–
1,136
–
–
–
–
–
Casino de Montbenon
Salle Paderwski
–
493
–
–
1
–
–
Rolex Learning Center
Forum Rolex
–
600
–
350
–
–
–
UNIL
Amphimax
–
800
–
–
11
20–500
–
World Trade Center Lausanne
Léman
161
150
75
–
6
8–85
–
Lausanne | 51
Pure perfection.
Luzern Convention Bureau
CH-6002 Luzern
Phone +41 (0)41 227 17 07
[email protected]
www.luzern.com/business
52 | Lucerne
Stage your meeting where others come to relax – in world-famous Lucerne,
located at the heart of Switzerland. This charming town on Lake Lucerne is
not just easy to reach, but unrivalled when it comes to staging professional
events for which only perfection is good enough. The infrastructure is superb
and the choice of hotels vast, with all the ingrediFurther information:
ents for an unforgettable social programme –
cultural attractions galore and a wide choice of
37014
excursion destinations.
Water Tower and Chapel Bridge, Lucerne
Lucerne.
Special event
locations.
Lucerne Water Tower
Five original paddle steamers
Excursions and
activities.
Swiss Museum of Transport
2–8 hrs / 1–1,000 participants
Mt Pilatus Golden Round Trip
Hotel capacity
(rooms).
Ö/Ä284
Õ/ À1,161
Ô/ Ã772
Other
1,646
Total3,863
KKL Luzern (Culture and Convention Centre Lucerne)
Airport
Distance
Travel time by car
Geneva
250 km
3 hrs
2 hrs 50 min
Zürich
70 km
1 hr
1 hr 20 min
Basel
100 km
1 hr 10 min
1 hr 10 min
Bern
110 km
1 hr
1 hr 20 min
Lugano
170 km
2 hrs 50 min
2 hrs
From
Distance
Travel time
Type of train
Amsterdam
838 km
8 hrs 55 min
ICN, ICE
Brussels
510 km
7 hrs 40 min
ICE, THA
Frankfurt
423 km
4 hrs
ICE
Milan
235 km
3 hrs 30 min
EC
Paris
608 km
4 hrs 30 min
TGV
Venue
Largest rooms
Area m²
Capacity
Additional rooms
Number Capacity
Hotel
Rooms/beds
Hotel Palace Luzern Ä
Ambassadeur
270
350
200
200
12
4–350
136/260
Hotel Schweizerhof Luzern Ö
Zeugheersaal
360
450
200
300
8
4–500
101/196
Grand Hotel National Ä
Saal Ritz
200
150
80
130
5
5–550
41/82
Hotel Astoria Õ
Raum 1
260
190
150
200
11
16–160
250/440
Hotel Continental-Park À
Castelgrande + Montebello +
Sasso Corbaro
268
270
120
210
9
2–120
92/170
Hotel des Balances Õ
Salle des Balances
108
90
30
72
2
12–60
56/108
Hotel Seeburg Luzern À
Panoramasaal
340
450
150
300
5
8–160
57/110
Radisson Blu Hotel Luzern À
Wasser 1 + 2
205
230
120
160
13
5–230
189/378
Seehotel Hermitage À
Etoiles
155
120
60
100
10
14–80
69/138
CASCADA Swiss Quality Hotel Õ
Agua-Fuego
100
112
42
72
6
4–220
66/106
Hotel Waldstätterhof Ã
Saal 108
55
50
30
50
4
6–50
99/180
Hotel Pilatus-Kulm Ã
Gipfelsaal
217
200
120
160
5
30–300
30/60
Grand Casino Luzern
Panoramasaal
570
550
330
400
2
20–250
–
Casineum
360
220
100
160
2
20–250
–
Konzertsaal
2,100
1,300
–
–
10
12–270
–
Luzerner Saal
1,280
1,140
400
850
–
–
–
Halle 2
5,000
4,000
2,000
4,000
5
20–5,000
–
110
96
48
–
5
20–5,000
–
2,400
5,200
2,000
1,500
4
50–3,000
–
–
KKL Luzern
Messe Luzern
Konferenzraum Rigi
SwissLifeArena
Eis-/Eventhalle
swissporarena
Business Lounge
Verkehrshaus der Schweiz
Curlinghalle
900
1,000
500
400
4
50–3,000
1,053
500
300
570
6
50–50
–
Coronado
506
600
252
360
8
10–600
–
Auditorium Hans Erni
189
120
–
–
8
10–600
–
Lucerne | 53
View towards Lugano, Ticino
Lugano.
The charm of the south.
Lugano Turismo
CH-6900 Lugano
Phone +41 (0)58 866 66 00
[email protected]
www.luganoturismo.ch
54 | Lugano
Lugano comes as a revelation: Switzerland’s third-largest financial centre
is known as a sophisticated and efficient business metropolis, yet it has
not forgotten how to enjoy the good things in life. Locals lead a distinctly
Italian lifestyle, enjoying long summers and mild winters. This quiet, compact
little city of spacious parks lies on the shores of
beautiful Lake Lugano, in an unspoilt landscape
of lush hills and wild, remote valleys.
37015
Special event
locations.
Lugano region Casino
Palazzo Mantegazza –
Sala Metamorphosis
Excursions and
activities.
Convention Centre, Lugano
Balloon flight
1.5 hrs / 5–60 participants
Lake Lugano cruise
1.5–3 hrs / 10–600 participants
Airport
Distance
Travel time by car
Geneva
370 km
5 hrs 34 min
3 hrs 56 min
Zürich
214 km
2 hrs 39 min
2 hrs 24 min
Lugano
6 km
15 min
12 min
Hotel capacity
(rooms).
Milan
62 km
1 hr
58 min
Ö/Ä450
From
Distance
Travel time
Type of train
Õ/ À989
Amsterdam
999 km
12 hrs 7 min
ICN, EC
Brussels
830 km
9 hrs 35 min
EC, TGV, THA
Frankfurt
589 km
6 hrs 41 min
ICN, ICE
Milan
78 km
1 hr 2 min
EC
Paris
769 km
7 hrs 22 min
EC, TGV
Ô/ Ã1,100
Other
1,839
Total4,378
Venue
Lugano Convention Centre
Largest rooms
Sala A Auditorium
Area m²
Capacity
Additional rooms
Number Capacity
Hotel
Rooms/beds
1,150
1,130
1,130
–
8–10
10–1,000
–
Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola au Lac Ä Palme
150
110
70
–
9
30–60
83/155
Grand Hotel Eden Ö
Ceresio
320
300
200
250
7
20–150
115/194
Hotel Splendide Royal Ö
Azalea
152
150
80
90
2
20–100
93/176
Swiss Diamond Hotel Olivella Ö
Des Artistes
210
150
100
130
2
20–30
84/182
Villa Principe Leopoldo Hotel & Spa Ö Melograno + Montalbano
161
150
90
110
5
20–60
75/150
Hotel Coronado À
Monte Morello
265
250
–
–
7
8–140
108/216
Parco San Marco Hotel & Spa À
Teatro
320
304
144
200
3
15–100
111/257
Hotel Bellevue au Lac Õ
La Panoramica
82
100
50
75
2
45–50
66/144
Hotel Cadro Panoramica Õ
Large Hall
1,220
1,200
600
600
5
20–130
98/250
131/231
Hotel De la Paix Õ
Spazio 1 + 2 + 3
325
480
250
320
3
20–60
Albergo Gardenia Õ
Meetingroom
45
25
20
–
1
15
24/47
Hotel Holiday Inn Lugano Centre Õ
Ceresio
48
50
40
30
–
–
92/168
Hotel Lago di Lugano Õ
Il Roseto
115
–
80
90
3
10–26
54/130
Hotel Lido Seegarten Õ
Amalfi
50
50
25
–
–
–
64/128
Hotel Lugano Dante Center Õ
Virgilio
183
200
96
80
–
–
83/145
Hotel Parco Paradiso Õ
Sala III
100
120
75
150
5
2–40
65/138
Villa Sassa Hotel, Residence & Spa Õ
Luvini
72
80
40
60
4
12–30
49/108
Tresa Bay Hotel Õ
Azzurra
70
60
30
–
–
–
39/75
Hotel Delfino Ã
Meeting Room
68
45
30
–
1
24
50/120
Hotel Federale Ã
La Riforma
Centro Esposizioni Lugano
Mac 7
San Salvatore Vetta
University of Lugano (USI)
60
40
25
50
2
30
48/90
2,700
2,500
1,300
2,000
–
–
–
Monte Rosa
100
100
44
–
8
6–42
–
Aula Magna
511
450
–
–
5
6–228
–
Lugano | 55
Easy living beneath the palms.
Montreux-Vevey Tourisme
CH-1820 Montreux
Phone +41 (0)21 962 84 84
[email protected]
www.montreuxriviera.com
56 | Montreux Riviera
The Montreux Riviera means breathtaking landscapes, jazz and an inimitable
outlook on life – not to mention the terraced vineyards of Lavaux, a UNESCO
World Heritage. The “Swiss Riviera” boasts an idyllic location between
lake and mountains, and a mild microclimate. Numerous international events
such as the Montreux Jazz Festival as well as a
variety of off-beat venues make the Montreux
Riviera a uniquely attractive destination for
37013
meetings and incentives.
Château de Chillon, Montreux Veytaux, Lake Geneva Region
Montreux Riviera.
Special event
locations.
Château de Chillon
Petit Palais, Le Montreux Palace
Excursions and
activities.
Gstaad – Glacier 3000
Full day / 20–500 participants
Wine tasting in Lavaux
Half day / 20–100 participants
Hotel capacity
(rooms).
Ö/Ä573
Õ/ À837
Ô/ Ã588
Other
369
Total2,367
Casino Barrière, Montreux
Airport
Distance
Travel time by car
Geneva
90 km
1 hr 15 min
1 hr
Zürich
210 km
2 hrs 50 min
2 hrs 15 min
Basel
180 km
3 hrs
1 hr 50 min
Bern
90 km
2 hrs 10 min
1 hr 15 min
Lugano
360 km
6 hrs
3 hrs 40 min
From
Distance
Travel time
Type of train
Amsterdam
920 km
8 hrs 50 min
THA, TGV, IR
Brussels
750 km
7 hrs 20 min
TGV, IR
Frankfurt
500 km
5 hrs 30 min
ICE, ICN, IR
Milan
300 km
3 hrs
EC
Paris
560 km
4 hrs
TGV, IR
Venue
Largest rooms
Area m²
Capacity
Additional rooms
Number Capacity
Hotel
Rooms/beds
Montreux
Montreux Music & Convention
Auditorium Stravinski
1,600
1,800
600
800
8
36–60
Centre (2m2c, totally 18,000 m 2)
Miles Davis Hall
1,296
1,200
600
680
6
50–350
–
–
Casino Barrière de Montreux
Deauville, La Baule et Cannes
1,470
1,400
770
1030
–
–
–
Fairmont Le Montreux Palace Ä Léman A + B
798
900
550
690
5
20–300
236/465
Royal Plaza Montreux & Spa Ö
Renaissance, I + II + III
260
250
140
200
8
10–90
146/198
Eden Palace au Lac À
Lord Byron, I + II + III
210
200
120
200
6
8–55
110/196
Hôtel Victoria À, Glion
Grande Salle
204
120
110
120
3
5–50
58/95
Best Western Eurotel Riviera Õ
Salle Piccard
190
150
110
120
3
4–60
152/250
Golf Hôtel René Capt Õ
Salon Lausanne
146
120
80
90
5
8–90
76/138
Grand Hôtel Excelsior du Lac Õ
Belle-Epoque
240
200
100
250
5
10–100
62/142
Grand Hôtel Suisse Majestic Õ
Les 4 Saisons
270
250
150
250
5
10–100
156/288
Salle Saint-Saëns
240
200
100
200
6
6–60
71/139
174
100
80
150
8
8–150
62/142
Vevey
Hôtel des Trois Couronnes Ä
Mirador Kempinski Ä, Mt-Pèlerin Salle Montreux
Grand Hotel du Lac Ö
Salon Viennois
171
180
60
120
4
10–65
50/85
Astra Hotel VeveyÀ
Grande Salle
210
200
120
150
4
8–100
98/156
Préalpina Õ, Chexbres
Symphonie
83
120
60
80
10
7–60
55/92
Montreux Riviera | 57
The international connection.
St.Gallen-Bodensee Tourismus
CH-9001 St.Gallen
Phone +41 (0)71 227 37 32
[email protected]
www.st.gallen-bodensee.ch
58 | St.Gallen
Wallis
– Lake Constance
The St.Gallen – Lake Constance Region is located at the meeting point of
four countries – Switzerland, Germany, Austria and Liechtenstein – and is
the ideal setting for meetings and conferences. The university city of
St.Gallen is modern and cosmopolitan, while the lake, its shores and the
charming villages of nearby Appenzellerland offer
countless leisure opportunities. The region is also
known for its outstanding cuisine and fine seminar
370 30
hotels.
St.Gallen Cathedral, Eastern Switzerland / Liechtenstein
St.Gallen –
Lake Constance.
Special event
locations.
St.Gallen Pfalz
“Sonnenkönigin” event boat
Excursions and
activities.
City tour of St.Gallen
Learn to brew your own beer
Hotel capacity
(rooms).
Õ/ À660
Ô/ Ã528
Other
485
Total1,673
Hall 9 at Olma Messen, St.Gallen
Airport
Distance
Travel time by car
Zürich
84 km
53 min
54 min
St.Gallen-Altenrhein
22 km
40 min
19 min
Friedrichshafen (DE)
36 km
1 hr 20 min
60 min
Geneva
355 km
4 hrs 10 min
3 hrs 14 min
Basel
173 km
2 hrs 30 min
1 hr 45 min
From
Distance
Travel time
Type of train
Munich
232 km
3 hrs 22 min
EC
Stuttgart
249 km
3 hrs 47 min
ICE
Frankfurt
439 km
5 hrs 9 min
ICE
Milan
322 km
4 hrs 48 min
EC
Paris
736 km
5 hrs 51 min
TGV
Venue
Largest rooms
Area m²
Capacity
Additional rooms
Number Capacity
Hotel
Rooms/beds
Olma Messen
Halle 9.1
3,940
4,000
2,500
1,800
5 100–3,000
–
Tonhalle St.Gallen
Grosser Saal
750
915
180
280
3
60–180
–
St.Gallen Pfalz
Pfalzkeller
750
280
60
180
4
40–180
–
Executive Campus HSG
Aula
680
600
600
–
10
15–320
54
Conference Arena
AFG Lounge
548
400
80
220
10
12–200
–
Fürstenlandsaal
Saal 1–3
950
1,150
1,000
350
3
–
–
Stadthof Rorschach
Saal A + B
430
630
250
580
6
10–120
–
Eventschiff Sonnenkönigin
Hauptdeck
300
270
240
270
–
–
–
Seerestaurant Rorschach
Bern-Lindau-Zürich
191
150
86
150
–
–
–
Einstein St.Gallen Õ
Einstein-Saal
342
300
150
240
15
18–96
115/200
Radisson Blu Hotel Õ
Paris + Berlin + Oslo
252
190
100
150
3
10–40
123/264
Hotel Säntispark Õ
Abtwilersaal
84
50
40
60
5
10–26
72/144
Hotel Walhalla Õ
Caroline
77
80
48
54
2
40
56/72
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View of the Limmatquai and lake, Zürich
Zürich.
Meeting Point Zürich.
Zürich Tourism
CH-8021 Zürich
Phone +41 (0)44 215 40 30
[email protected]
www.zuerich.com
60 | Zürich
A lake breeze, views of the Alps and the top quality of life characterise the
cultural and economic hub of Zürich – not to mention security, cleanliness,
and a unique wealth of culture, nightlife and shopping opportunities. With
a wide range of venues, from classic conference hotels to vast multifunctional
event halls, the Zürich region is ideal for staging
meetings and congresses with individually tailored
social programmes.
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Special event
locations.
StageOne
Zur Meisen guildhall
Excursions and
activities.
Lido Seebad Enge, Zürich
Excursion up the Uetliberg
Cruise on Lake Zürich
Hotel capacity
(rooms).
Ö/Ä2,092
Õ/ À5,804
Ô/ Ã4,140
Other
2,967
Total15,003
Airport
Distance
Travel time by car
Geneva
274 km
2 hrs 51 min
2 hrs 34 min
Zürich
10 km
10 min
15 min
Basel
90 km
1 hr 19 min
1 hr
Bern
136 km
1 hr 55 min
1 hr 30 min
Lugano
206 km
3 hrs
2 hrs 21 min
From
Distance
Travel time
Type of train
Amsterdam
825 km
9 hrs
THA, TGV
Brussels
648 km
6 hrs 47 min
THA, TGV
Frankfurt
413 km
3 hrs 55 min
ICE
Milan
281 km
3 hrs 41 min
EC
Paris
654 km
4 hrs 36 min
TGV
Venue
Largest rooms
Area m²
Capacity
Additional rooms
Concert Seminar Banquet Number Capacity
1)
Hallenstadion Zürich
Arena
Messe Schweiz, Messezentrum Zürich
Halle 2
Kongresshaus
Kongresssaal
Schützenhaus Albisgütli
Mövenpick Hotel Zürich-Regensdorf Õ
Hotel
Rooms/beds
14,000
3,000
96
600
13
20–500
–
4,710
2,500
1,300
1,300
15
24–2,500
–
945
1,700
660
720
8
10–600
–
Festsaal
1,000
1,000
400
1,100
3
8–120
–
Kongress-Saal
1,155
800
500
700
18
10–300
150/262
347/629
Swissôtel Õ
City Ballroom
650
700
460
504
19
10–80
Römertor Ô
Festsaal
360
650
180
540
2
26–50
22/28
The Dolder Grand Ö
Gallery
715
600
400
400
11
12–400
173/337
Zürich Marriott Hotel1
Millennium Ballsaal
468
600
380
350
11
10–120
264/428
Renaissance Zürich Hotel1
Chillon 1 + 2 + 3
432
600
280
330
9
10–150
204/408
RadissonBlu Hotel Zurich Airport1
Zürich Hall
620
550
300
500
45
5–125
330/660
Hostellerie Geroldswil Ô
Grosser Saal
360
550
220
250
4
20–300
71/145
Seedamm Plaza Õ
Da Vinci
420
500
230
400
44
10–150
142/230
Crowne Plaza Zurich Õ
Gottfried Keller
476
420
300
380
10
12–80
364/699
World Trade Center Zürich
World Trade Hall
400
400
220
310
13
20–300
–
KronenhofÔ
Saal
290
400
150
250
1
15
30/58
Park Hyatt Ö
Escherwiese Ballsaal
392
360
180
230
5
10–50
142/170
Renaissance Zürich Tower Hotel1
Helvetia ABC
353
335
164
230
8
20–125
300/378
Uto Kulm Õ
La Bellezza
400
300
190
400
13
6–90
55/110
Courtyard by Marriott Zürich Nord Õ
Eiger + Mönch + Jungfrau
290
280
170
170
6
5–25
152/183
BelvoirÀ
Belvoir Saal
300
250
100
180
7
6–90
60/64
Mövenpick Hotel Zürich-Airport1
Zürich
236
270
160
180
11
8–40
333/460
Novotel Zürich Airport Messe Õ
Schweiz-Suisse
320
250
180
200
9
8–40
255/540
Hilton Zurich Airport1
Panorama A + B + C
265
250
150
180
24
6–180
323/636
International chain hotel
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Swiss Convention
Centres.
Your quality partners.
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4
6
7
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9
2
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The nine largest and most important congress centres in Switzerland have
come together to form an association: Swiss Convention Centres – your
Swiss partners when it comes to large events from 500 to 4,000 participants. They all have a net exhibition area of at least 1,000 sqm, with
sufficient hotel accommodation in the vicinity,
plus competitive accessibility. They are additionally characterised by their vast experience,
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solid expertise and professional approach.
References.
Congrès Beaulieu Lausanne
Nestlé General Assembly
(4,000 participants)
Congress Centre Kursaal Interlaken
Swiss Economic Forum
Centre International de
Conférences Genève
ISDR 2011 – International Strategy
for Disaster Reduction
DGHO congress – joint annual
meeting for the German, Austrian
and Swiss Societies for Haematology
and Oncology (3,500 participants)
Davos Congress
World Economic Forum Annual
Meeting (2,500 participants)
KKL Luzern
Ringier 175 Years Anniversary
Kongresshaus Zürich
EAO Congress – European
Association for Osseointegration
Montreux Music & Convention
Centre
OIF – 13th Francophonie Summit
(3000 participants)
Palazzo dei Congressi Lugano
10th International Conference
on Malignant Lymphoma
1
CH-4005 Basel
Phone +41 (0)58 206 28 28
[email protected]
www.congress.ch
Davos Congress
CH-7270 Davos Platz
Phone +41 (0)81 415 21 76
[email protected]
www.davoscongress.ch
2 Centre International
de Conférences Genève
CH-1211 Genève 20
Phone +41 (0)22 791 90 70
[email protected]
www.cicg.ch
7 Congress Centre Kursaal
Interlaken
CH-3800 Interlaken
Phone +41 (0)33 827 61 00
[email protected]
www.casino-kursaal.ch
Congrès Beaulieu Lausanne
CH-1000 Lausanne 22
Phone +41 (0)21 643 21 11
[email protected]
www.beaulieu.org
Palazzo dei Congressi
CH-6901 Lugano
Phone +41 (0)58 866 66 30
[email protected]
www.luganoconventions.com
3
4 KKL Luzern Management AG
CH-6005 Luzern
Phone +41 (0)41 226 70 70
[email protected]
www.kkl-luzern.ch
6
8
9 Montreux Music &
Convention Centre
CH-1820 Montreux 1
Phone +41 (0)21 962 20 00
[email protected]
www.2m2c.ch
5 Kongresshaus Zürich AG
CH-8022 Zürich
Phone +41 (0)44 206 36 36
[email protected]
www.kongresshaus.ch
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Europcar.
Fun at the wheel.
Europcar
AMAG Services AG
CH-8302 Kloten
Phone +41 (0)44 804 46 46
[email protected]
www.europcar.ch
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Europcar has evolved into Switzerland’s number-one car hire firm, with
up to 3,200 vehicles available at more than 60 locations in every region of
the country. Our range extends from fun cars to family vans, from luxury
limousines to compact cars, and from convertibles to four-wheel drives.
Whatever the needs of your business event, we as
your partner promise you the greatest flexibility –
and we promise your guests unbeatable pleasure
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on the road.
Special 4WD.
Forget about snow chains
… and hire one of our ultra-safe
four-wheel-drive vehicles. Europcar
can offer you the widest choice
of 4WD vehicles in Switzerland –
including the Audi A4 Avant Quattro
and the VW Touareg 4MOTION.
Fun cars.
On the move for fun
Enjoy the ultimate in motoring
pleasure with one of Europcar’s fun
cars. Our Audi and VW convertibles
make a drive through Switzerland
a delight from beginning to end.
Top class.
Hire unforgettable moments
Who wouldn’t want to experience
gliding along at the wheel of a
Porsche? Europcar’s Top Class
fleet offers a wide range of treats –
perfect for incentive trips.
Chauffeur drive.
Your journey is our goal
From transfers to day trips and
multi-day journeys – we bring you
safely and stress-free from A to B.
Our services:
– airport transfers
– city-to-city transfers
– special hourly and day rates
– transport organisation
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Swiss
International
Air Lines.
SWISS: your official carrier.
Swiss International Air Lines Ltd.
[email protected]
SWISS.COM
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Whether you are planning a conference, meeting or incentive trip, choose
SWISS as your expert partner for your event in Switzerland. Our extensive
global route network offers excellent connections, while our service has won
many awards. With SWISS as your official carrier you and your participants
benefit from fares reduced by up to 25 per cent.
Book your official carrier preferential fares safely
and conveniently at swiss.com.
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SWISS.
Typically Swiss
Our background means we are
committed to providing the highest
quality of services and facilities.
Enjoy traditional Swiss hospitality
and personal care with us.
Global network.
72 destinations in 38 countries
Operating from its Zürich hub and
the national airports of Geneva and
Basel, SWISS serves key destinations in Europe and overseas. As
part of the Lufthansa Group and as
a member of Star Alliance, we can
offer you a network that covers the
globe. (As of 2011 November timetable)
SWISS First.
We satisfy your expectations
Whether you choose First, Business
or Economy class, we pamper you
with personal, attentive service.
From the moment you book your
ticket to your arrival at your destination, we focus on meeting your
needs.
SWISS Business.
Your bed above the clouds
Aboard the long-haul Airbus
A330-300 and A340 fleet, you
enjoy generous space and privacy.
In the Business Class cabin, the
comfortable lie-flat seats have an
innovative, individually adjustable
air-cushion system.
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Swiss Travel
System.
On track to success.
Swiss Travel System AG
CH-8021 Zürich
Phone +41 (0)44 225 80 49
kaspar.schuerch@
swisstravelsystem.ch
www.swisstravelsystem.com
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The variety of Switzerland’s landscapes is unparalleled in Europe. And
travelling by train is the most impressive way of experiencing this variety.
No other country in the world has such an extensive public transport
system. Quick connections and optimally coordinated timetables make
even the most remote alpine villages easy
to reach. With the Swiss Travel System, you
can travel quickly, comfortably and enjoyably
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to your conference location.
Regular timetables.
It could not be simpler
Nearly all trains follow a regular
timetable, departing at the same
number of minutes past each hour
or half-hour. If you need to change
trains – no problem! You will be on
your way again in just minutes.
Swiss Travel System.
Free travel for guests
Swiss Travel System is the name
of a range of tickets, especially for
foreign visitors, covering Switzerland’s public transport system. For a
very reasonable price, you can enjoy
free travel by train, bus and boat.
Charter trains.
Travel in your very own train
Surprise your participants at airport
arrivals by sending a special charter
train to meet them. Book the conference carriage “Le Salon de Luxe”,
for example, and you can use the
journey time to hold a meeting.
Team-building.
Adventure, fun and gourmet treats
Delight your guests with a gourmet
trip in a charter train, build a raft
together, or send the participants
at your seminar on a hunt for hidden
treasure. We are happy to come up
with more ideas for you.
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Kuoni Destination
Management.
Tailor-made services.
Destination Switzerland
Renate Trachtenberg
Phone +41 (0)44 325 22 85
[email protected] /
[email protected]
www.kuoni-dmc.com
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Kuoni Destination Management’s vast global network is renowned for creating experiences that are rich in detail, vibrant with local colour and seamless
in delivery. We are committed to preserving each event’s unique character
and goals. Our outstanding performances, service excellence and highest
level of customer satisfaction were recognised with
the “World’s Leading Destination Management
Company” award in 2010.
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Brilliant prospects.
For your projects
Your event is in good hands. Thanks
to our Swiss heritage, we have a
deep knowledge of the country and a
clear understanding of your requirements. We plan the smallest details
and propose the services that make
the difference.
Unique perspectives.
For your company
We find you an unforgettable event
setting: from the cosiest rural mountain cottage to a world-famous contemporary museum or architectural
jewel.
Thrilling adventures.
For your employees
Whether you want to motivate your
team or express your appreciation,
we will make sure it happens. From
a James Bond experience on the top
of the Schilthorn to a paragliding
flight: Let us finish up the day with
a perfect gala dinner and entertainment.
Intense experiences.
For your clients
We have the creative experience to
nail down memorable team-building
activities and special-interest tours
that will be talked about.
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Ovation
Switzerland.
Making it happen!
Geneva Office
Phone +41 (0)22 339 99 80
Zürich Office
Phone +41 (0)44 809 42 00
[email protected]
www.ovationdmc.com
72 | Ovation Switzerland
Ovation Switzerland is a part of the Ovation Global DMC network, the world’s
first and only professional organisation offering consistent and seamless
world-class destination management services at over 20 locations around the
world. As a leading company in destination management, Ovation Switzerland boasts more than 20 years of experience in the
field of incentives and corporate meetings – and
knows how to make even the impossible happen.
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Expert.
We are your right-hand team
Countless tasks have to be done,
and nothing is more valuable than
having someone on board who has
local knowledge. Benefit from our
experience – and save yourself
valuable time.
Typical.
We know what is genuine
Discover the typically Swiss gift for
hospitality, experience an unlimited
choice of activities, enjoy the superb
gastronomy and marvel at our history
and traditions.
Committed.
We attend to the details
Through our passion, openness
and expertise, we make your vision
happen, down to the last detail. For
we love what we do for our clients –
and have been doing so successfully
for more than 20 years, throughout
Switzerland.
Transparent.
We work together as partners
Our team will guide you expertly
through your project, from initial
idea to evaluation, making use of a
broad network of partner agencies.
All along the way, we attach great
importance to transparency and
trust – as befits a good partner.
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Q events &
destination
management.
Prestigious – Q.
Q events & destination management
Sägereistrasse 20
CH-8152 Glattbrugg (Zürich)
Phone +41 (0)44 829 55 55
[email protected]
www.qevents.biz
74 | Q events & destination management
Growing competition, market saturation and information overflow – com
panies are facing significant challenges in the permanent race for attention.
Creative ideas and new methods are crucial to arouse interest and Q is
convinced that destination management, incentives, event marketing and
congresses are complimentary instruments for
being outstanding. Q recognizes long-term and
corporate-relevant trends in society.
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Destination
management.
All around Switzerland
Q organizes all kinds of customized
touristic services within Switzerland.
The long-term experience of the motivated team stands for confidence
and is a prerequisite for professional
and customized solutions.
Incentives.
Rewards on offer
Great trips to Switzerland. For a
positive working atmosphere, Q
plans carefully customized reward
systems to promote harmonious
relationships with customers or staff.
Meetings & Congresses.
Whatever the occasion
Leave it up to us! Q team coordinates
meetings and abstract handling,
manages participation registration,
locates the right design or romantic
hotel and all kinds, of locations, carries out follow-up activities, etc.
Event marketing.
For those perfect moments
Emotionalising activities in live
marketing influence participants’
attitudes significantly. Q makes
brands and products tangible and
appealing to the target group –
always authentically.
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UBS.
Achieve your goals with UBS.
UBS AG
www.ubs.com
For 150 years we have been taking care of our clients’ financial affairs and
requirements. For this we make use of our global network, with access to
comprehensive expert knowledge in all fields of banking. Through our partnership with Switzerland Tourism you, too, can take advantage of our resources, for instance by benefiting from the experFurther information:
tise of one of our economists as a guest speaker at
your conference.
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Expert knowledge.
Wealth Management Research
Every day more than a 100 analysts
and economists observe and evaluate changes in economic conditions
worldwide. Their research serves as
a solid basis for our clients’ decision
making.
Flexible and individual.
Corporate Banking
As one of Switzerland’s leading
banks for corporate clients, we
support SMEs, larger enterprises,
multinational companies and institutional investors from all backgrounds
facing every kind of financial challenge.
Global presence.
Wealth Management
UBS Wealth Management is a leading player in the business, present
in all important financial markets
and, through its worldwide network,
offering access to comprehensive
expertise in every field.
UBS congress centres.
Seepark Thun and Wolfsberg
First-class facilities in outstanding
locations, warm hospitality and
professional services – the perfect
setting to ensure success for your
conference, meeting or workshop.
www.seepark.ch
www.wolfsberg.com
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Your congress
in Switzerland.
You can count on us!
Switzerland Convention &
Incentive Bureau
c/o Switzerland Tourism
CH-8027 Zürich
Phone +41 (0)44 288 14 23
[email protected]
www.MySwitzerland.com/meetings
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The staging of a conference creates unique opportunities: to gain international influence, to cultivate networks, to exchange knowledge and ideas,
and thereby to generate value for the whole region. A major event always
provides openings, new perspectives and benefits for all. We offer you free
expert support, without obligation – on everything
from submitting conference bids to arranging site
visits.
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Top classification.
Switzerland is a world leader
According to the Travel & Tourism
Competitiveness Report, Switzerland
has the best development prospects.
Research into quality of life by the
consulting group Mercer regularly
puts four Swiss cities in the top ten.
And in Yale University’s Environmental Performance Index, our country
also occupies a leading position.
Success stories.
Switzerland makes an impression
Switzerland is a conference destination with a long tradition and an excellent reputation. Organisers bene
fit not only from excellent facilities,
but also from spectacular natural surroundings and the high quality of
life. As a result, Switzerland regularly
hosts international congresses and
other major events.
Sustainability.
Switzerland is eco-friendly
The success of a conference depends on how it is run. It is no surprise, then, that Switzerland is one of
the most popular congress destinations in the world. When it comes to
questions of sustainability, this country is a leader, thanks to exemplary
environmental policies, high social
standards and pioneering facilities.
Customer opinion.
“Centrally located in Europe, with
easy access and low applicable VAT,
Switzerland is certainly an attractive
destination for congresses. Past experiences demonstrated that venues
offer professional staff, good-quality
services and competitive prices. We
are happy to be hosting events in
Switzerland!” Alessia Mora, European Society for Medical Oncology
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Facts and figures.
The most important information about
Switzerland – at a glance.
Measurements.
– 1 metre (m) = 3.2808 feet =
39.33701 inches
– 1 kilometre (km) = 3.281 feet =
0.6214 mile
– 1 square metre (m²) = 1,550 square
inches = 10.76 square feet
– 1 kilogram (kg) = 35,274 ounces =
2.205 pounds
Climate.
Switzerland enjoys a moderate climate. From March to June, and from
September to December, average
temperatures vary from 5°C to 22°C.
From July to August, the daytime temperature ranges from 18°C to 28°C,
and from January to February, from
–2°C to +7°C. Depending on the altitude, the temperature range may vary.
There is no excessive heat or humidity. Southern Switzerland has subtropical vegetation, and enjoys a mild
climate all year.
– To convert from Celsius to
Fahrenheit: °F = (°C ÷ 5 x 9) + 32
– To convert from Fahrenheit to
Celsius: °C = (°F – 32) ÷ 9 x 5
Emergency calls
117Police
118Fire
144 Ambulance (not in all areas)
Most power sockets are designed
for three-pin round plugs. Standard continental-type two-pin round
plugs, found on many electrical
travel products, may be used without
any problem. Adaptors are available
in most hotels.
Information services
1811 For numbers in Switzerland
and abroad
140 Motoring assistance
162 Weather report
163 Conditions of traffic, roads
and passes
187 Avalanche bulletin
Telecommunications.
Passport, visa regulations.
Before setting off, check that your
mobile has been activated for making and receiving calls abroad. Your
provider will give you information on
this. You may need an adaptor to
recharge your mobile in Switzerland.
For information on visas, permanent
residence, work permits and any
other business matters, please contact the Swiss embassy or consulate
nearest to you.
See www.bfm.admin.ch
Within Switzerland
The Swisscom Mobile network covers more than 99% of the populated
area of Switzerland. Upon entry into
Switzerland, the mobile phone will
usually search unprompted for a network. For example, SWISS GSM may
appear on the display. Information
on coverage of the mobile network
of Swisscom Mobile, Switzerland’s
leading network provider, can be
found at www.swisscom-mobile.ch.
Value added tax (sales tax).
The tax you pay on purchased goods
in Switzerland is charged at 8%.
You may ask at the shop for a Global
Refund Cheque in order to reclaim
VAT. Your total purchases in a shop
must amount to more than CHF 300
(including VAT). You must reside
outside Switzerland, and the goods
must be exported within 30 days.
See www.globalrefund.com
Money.
Electricity.
Important telephone numbers.
The current used throughout Switzerland is 220 volts (AC), 50 Hertz.
Dial the following for information,
or in case of emergency:
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Currency
Switzerland uses the Swiss franc,
usually indicated as CHF. Although
Switzerland is not part of the European Union, many prices are marked
in euros (EUR) to help visitors compare prices. Shops may accept
euros, but are not obliged to do so.
Any change will usually be given in
Swiss francs.
The Swiss franc comes in the
following denominations:
Coins: 5, 10, 20, 50 cents (known
as Rappen in German or centimes
in French) and 1, 2, 5 francs.
Banknotes: 10, 20, 50, 100, 200,
1,000 francs.
Tipping.
A service charge is normally included
in restaurant and hotel bills as well
as taxi fares. An extra tip is not expected but is appreciated.
Security, health, insurance.
Switzerland has one of the lowest
crime rates of all industrialised countries. Nonetheless, it is always wise
to keep an eye on wallets and luggage in busy areas. Drinking and
eating out is hygienic, and tap water
is safe to drink. Immunisation against
contagious diseases is only required
if a traveller has been in an infected
area within 14 days prior to arrival in
Switzerland. Personal travel insurance is strongly recommended: this
should include cover for personal
accident, sickness, loss or damage
to luggage and personal effects,
and cancellation charges.
Opening hours.
Shops in smaller towns and villages
are generally open from Monday to
Friday, from 9 am to noon and again
from 2 to 6.30 pm. In larger cities
they do not close for lunch and generally extend their hours until 9 pm
on one evening of the week, usually
on Thursdays. In Zürich the shops
are open until 8 pm on weekdays.
On Saturdays most shops close
between 4 and 6 pm.
Switzerland at a glance.
Capital:Bern
Cantons (states):26
Languages:German
64%
French20%
Italian7%
Romansh1%
Others8%
Religions:
Roman Catholic 42%
Protestant35%
Other or none
23%
Area:
41,285 km²
(15,940 square miles)
Boundaries: Total
1,852
Austria
164
France
573
Germany
334
Italy
740
Liechtenstein
41
km
km
km
km
km
km
Distance north
to south:
220 km (137 miles)
Distance east
to west:
346 km (216 miles)
Highest point:
Dufourspitze, in the Monte Rosa
massif
4,634 m (15,203 ft)
Lowest point:
Lake Maggiore (Ticino) 193 m (633 ft)
Lakes:1,484
Glaciers:140
Telephone
code: +41 followed by the number
Population,
entire country:
7.8 million
Population in larger cities (approx.):
Zürich370,000
Geneva186,000
Basel187,000
Bern125,000
Lausanne122,000
Winterthur100,000
St.Gallen72,000
Lucerne60,000
Lugano54,000
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Switzerland on your Smartphone:
MySwitzerland.com/mobile.
Swiss City Guide
With this fully usable off
line city guide you have the
most important information readily at hand. The integrated
map highlights the most interesting
places and events, and shows you
the quickest route to the closest
hotel or ATM. The Swiss City Guide
for iPhones is available for eight
Swiss cities: Basel, Bern, Lausanne,
Lucerne, Zürich, Lugano, Geneva
and Winterthur.
Swiss Events
The events calendar at
MySwitzerland.com is updated daily, with thousands
of listings for the whole of Switzerland. It covers every event relating
to customs, gastronomy, art, culture,
sports and games – in text and pictures, with contact details, Google
maps and links to other sites. You
can view events on your iPhone by
choosing according to criteria such
as region, resort and time frame.
Swimming Weather
The Swimming Weather
app for iPhone delivers
comprehensive information
on swimming venues and water
temperatures throughout Switzerland. More than 250 outdoor and
indoor pools as well as lake locations
are listed. Where is my closest pool?
What facilities are available?
Swiss Snow Report
With the Swiss Snow
Report app for iPhone
and Android devices you
can view winter sports reports from
MySwitzerland.com. This free application provides details such as
piste and snow conditions – as well
as maps of the ski area, weather reports and loads of other information.
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SWISS
Enjoy your flight with
SWISS Mobile apps for
BlackBerry, iPhone, Windows Phone 7, Android und Nokia
devices: You can book, check the
flight status, check in on the go,
access your mobile boarding pass,
and much more. You can organise
your entire trip – easily, quickly,
and reliably.
SBB
SBB Mobile – a time
table and ticket office for
when you are on the move.
This app is perfectly tailored to your
needs as a traveller on Swiss public
transport: consult timetables in real
time, and buy tickets (including for
regional transport networks) for display on your smartphone.
Our online services on
MySwitzerland.com/meetings.
VenueFinder: Seek the perfect
meeting venue on our website
Since its relaunch the online search
engine offers even more userfriendliness and a clearer design.
An overview of more than 500 Swiss
conference centres, seminar hotels
and event locations, all described
in words and pictures, makes the
VenueFinder the biggest and
most complete Swiss search engine
in this segment.
Special offers
Are you looking for an attractive offer for your next meeting in Switzerland? Check out our website with
more than 90 special offers. The
offers are updated daily.
News and testimonials
Find out about new facilities and
event locations as well as venues
that are reopening, and read inspiring reports of successfully staged
meetings, conferences and other
gatherings.
Newsletter.
The newsletter “Inspirations” is published by the Switzerland Convention &
Incentive Bureau, and appears twice a year in spring and autumn. As well as
providing news about facilities, social programmes and activities, each issue
has a focus section that explores a subject of special interest to meeting organisers in greater depth. You can also subscribe to our digital Newsletter,
which is sent out 3–6 times a year and brings you the latest news as well as
details of special offers.
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Edition autumn 2011
MySwitzerland.com | 83
Notes.
84 | Notes
Seals of quality.
Information for holidays, meetings and conferences
in Switzerland.
Switzerland as a business location.
Through the Swiss Tourism
Quality Seal programme, the
leading tourism organisations
and a total of 2,400 tourist
establishments are committed
to a clearly defined quality of
service for their guests.
Osec is the organisation responsible
for the promotion of exports and imports, for the promotion of Switzerland as a business location, and for
the promotion of investment in
developing countries.
Travel to Switzerland.
Tips and information on how to
get to Switzerland. Whether you
are travelling by plane, train or car,
Switzerland offers excellent inter
national connections.
25321
Travel within Switzerland.
Convenient, comfortable and
carefree: a dense public transport
network and optimal connections
guarantee flexible travel and enjoy
able explorations throughout
Switzerland.
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Venue Finder.
Imprint
Publisher/concept/realisation:
Switzerland Tourism, Zürich
Cover picture: KKL Luzern, Lucerne,
Central Switzerland, Andy Mettler
Pictures: Switzerland Tourism,
Conference regions and destinations,
Grund & Flum
Printed in Switzerland by gdz AG, Zürich
Print run: 5,700 copies
Published: January 2012
An emphasis on sustainability
Switzerland is known as a country
of unspoilt nature that is committed
to environmentally sensitive policies
regarding natural resources, to careful
stewardship of the landscape, and to
its eco-friendly public transport system.
This commitment to the environment
This online search facility quickly
leads you to key information about
500 Swiss congress centres, conference hotels and business hotels.
Search results are presented in
fully illustrated detail.
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Shopping.
A small gift for those back home?
A personal souvenir from the holidays? A host of ideas, from the
celebrated Swiss Army Knife to
precision watches and Swiss
chocolate.
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Equipment tips.
High-quality, reliable equipment
is essential for your event, and
Swiss quality brands provide the
very best. An overview of our
Swiss outdoor partners.
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and to sustainable development guarantees a high-quality tourism for our
guests.
Hotel ratings by guests, for guests.
neutral
Printed Matter
No. 01-11-740391 – www.myclimate.org
© myclimate – The Climate Protection Partnership
Find out quickly and simply about a
hotel by means of personal assessments. You too can rate your hotel –
and so help ensure the quality
of Swiss hospitality.
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Partners.
MySwitzerland.com/strategicpartners
Recommended by Switzerland Tourism.
Strategic Partners.
Train travel
www.rail.ch
Air travel
www.swiss.com
Financial services
www.ubs.com
Gateway to the Alps
www.zurich-airport.com
The trade association of the Swiss hotel industry
www.swisshotels.com
Telecommunications
www.swisscom.com
American Express in Switzerland
www.americanexpress.ch
Watches Jewellery Gems
www.bucherer.com
Swiss Herb Drops
www.ricola.com
Switzerland Cheese Marketing
www.switzerland-cheese.com
Car rental
www.europcar.ch
Swiss Chocolate
www.chocolatfrey.com
Official Partners.
www.gastrosuisse.ch
www.global-blue.com
www.swisstravelcenter.ch
www.intersportrent.ch
www.grimselstrom.ch
www.premiumswitzerland.com
www.snowsports.ch
www.swissinfo.ch
www.topevents.ch
www.victorinox.com
www.mammut.ch
Swiss chocolate on every ight?
Don‘t you just love clichés?
Indulge in our famous Swiss chocolate and much more – time ies
when you’re enjoying rst-class service. For more information, please visit us at swiss.com
Order now the current Switzerland Tourism brochures.
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