Podcast Tour Winterthur Iron Canvas and Empire

1 hour 45 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: German and 1 more

Dive into the double soul of Winterthur. On this captivating tour, you will follow the amazing journey of a city that transformed the deafening roar of heavy industry into the quiet contemplation of world-class art. Discover how the colossal wealth generated by steam engines, diesel innovations, and a global colonial trade empire flowed into the creation of some of the most significant private art collections in Europe. From received foundries to intimate avant-garde villas – witness the billion-dollar metamorphosis of a Swiss power center.

- A 4.0 km self-guided tour with 4 stops in 105 min.
- Ideal for travelers interested in art, design & aesthetics and history & memory
Told in an immersive podcast style by experts and locals
- Suitable audio content, AI guide, and navigation via the app

What's Included

Precise navigation between stops
Immersive audio in podcast style with experts and locals
Verified facts woven into a captivating story
Interactive in-app guide for questions about history and surroundings

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Travel from the central transport hub in Winterthur to Katharina-Sulzer-Platz by local public transport. Go the last bit to Katharina-Sulzer-Platz, 8400 Winterthur. Check the current connection on the day of travel.

End point

Go from the Oskar Reinhart collection 'Am Römerholz', Haldenstrasse 95, 8400 Winterthur, to the next stop and travel back to the central transport hub in Winterthur. Check the current connection on the day of travel.

Itinerary

Duration: 1 hour 45 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    Winterthur

    The received epicenter of the Sulzer industrial empire, showing the monumental Hall 53 and the repurposing of a production giant.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2

    This museum, housed in a former school, shows the philanthropic legacy of Oskar Reinhart and the immense wealth of the Volkart trade empire.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3

    The former home of the Hahnloser-Bühler family, which illustrates how industrial wealth fostered intimate, avant-garde art collecting.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4

    The grand finale: Oskar Reinhart's private estate, which became a museum and embodies the ultimate fusion of immense wealth and world-class art.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Red Thread

Tags

Private and Luxury
Audio Guides
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Virtual Experiences

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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