"Walk of Fame" by Wonky
Winterthur artist Balthasar Bosshard, aka Wonky, is this year's winner of the street art mural on Bahnmeisterweg. His mural "Walk of Fame" interprets typical Winterthur locations such as the Rose Garden, the Goldenberg and the Totentäli.
Balthasar Bosshard's walk through Winterthur
For the 5th time, the 11x2 meter long wall between the train station and the Sulzerareal has been given a new look. Numerous people pass by here every day - this inspired Balthasar Bosshard's name: his work "Walk of Fame" takes viewers on a walk through Winterthur. Along the way, you will discover motifs such as Vögelipark, Bäumli and Delphinplatz. "Wonky Studio" encompasses the visual universe of Balthasar Bosshard. He works as an illustrator, artist and printmaker in his studio in Winterthur and is internationally renowned for his handmade screen-printed posters. His works have already been shown at numerous exhibitions. In this interview, you can find out more about what fascinates him about painting large walls and where his Hidden Gem is hidden in Winterthur. The street art wall will be advertised again next year in spring 2026.
Last year's winners
2024 "Winti Büsis" from Taina
The Zurich artist won the 4th competition in 2024 with her two red city buses. In doing so, she interpreted the Winterthur coat of arms embedded in a green and flowery background, expressing her love for Winterthur. With her art from the urban to pop art genres, she has already been represented at over 60 exhibitions worldwide and at famous street art festivals throughout Europe.
2023 "Heimat" by Gaspard Louane
The Fribourg artist Gaspard Louane won the 3rd competition in 2023 with his work "Heimat". Traditional elements, the form of a colorful collage reminiscent of board games, combined with a humorous wink, convey a sense of home to all generations. The long-time graffiti artist has already exhibited in galleries from Zurich to Paris, New York and Soeul.
2022 "Velostadt Winterthur" by Effi Bannister
In 2022, Winterthur resident and mural artist Effi Bannister was the winner of the street art competition. The freelance artist with a studio in Winterthur interpreted her favorite Velostadt in the form of pattern art. "My love for Winterthur is also my love for bikes! I have created a complex pattern from simple basic shapes that reflects my personal experience of the bicycle city."
2021 "Green Winterthur" by Basil Girard
The Winterthur artist Basil Girard won the first competition with his interpretation of "Green Winterthur". Natural surroundings with forests and hills, the garden city, parks and ecological aspirations inspired him to create his artwork. In it, he integrated history, art and the museum city and emphasized this with ornamental elements, a carpet of flowers and even incorporated ethnic art.