5 Unique Business Venues
If you're looking for fresh ideas for meetings, workshops, or client events, you should also think outside the box when choosing a venue. We present five unique business venues that combine a professional setting with special experiences.
THE VALLEY & MOTORWORLD: Large-scale industrial events
Spanning over100,000 square meters, THE VALLEY & MOTORWORLD in Kemptthal offers 19 event venuesforgroups ranging from 5 to5,000participants. From seminar rooms andbanquet hallstospaciousoutdoor areasthat can accommodateup to7,000guests, anything ispossible. The former Maggi site combinesanindustrialatmospherewith dining options and supporting programs—all under one roof. Centrally located betweenZurichand Winterthur, with direct access to the A1, its own train station, and ampleparking.
AtelierFoif: Workshop & Retreat with Group Cooking
AtelierFoif is ideal for workshops, seminars, and retreats for groups of 5 to 20 people. The bright, 100-square-meter space features modern technology, professional ventilation, and a quiet atmosphere conducive to focused work. When the weather is nice, the atrium is also available for breaks or creative sessions. A special bonus: You can round out the event with a group cooking session and strengthen team spirit.
Pearl Events Winterthur: Rooftop Venue for Business Events
The Pearl Events penthouse venue is located right next to Winterthur Central Station on the top floor of the historic boiler house. This bright venue with a glass façade is ideal for corporate and business events for up to 240 people and features two bars as well as its own kitchen for in-house or external catering. From the gallery, you can enjoy views of the old town, and in the evening, modern lighting creates an atmospheric ambiance.
Swiss Science Center Technorama: Team and client events with a "wow" factor
At Switzerland’s only science center, you can combine seminars, conferences, or client events with interactive science experiences. Multiple seminar rooms and an auditorium provide space for everything from small meetings to larger events for up to 180 people. Highlights such as cocktail receptions in the Experiment Field, lab workshops for teamwork, or a “Science Soirée” provide a unique setting. In addition, the pavilion in the “Draussen” park is available for flexible outdoor events.
Hotel Sonnental: Breakout sessions in the former wellness area
The Hotel Sonnental in Dübendorf offers flexible options for meetings and events. Where guests once came to relax, new ideas are now taking shape: the former wellness area has been transformed into a bright 45-square-meter seminar room, as well as several smaller workshop rooms for 16 to 30 people—ideal for creative breakout sessions in a unique setting. In addition, two further seminar rooms, an outdoor area, and 101 guest rooms are available for business travelers and groups.
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