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The Fred Tschanz universe is in constant motion. Below you will find the latest news and event details as well as our current projects and stories about our venues.

The Walhalla Hotel turns into Fred Hotel

The Walhalla Hotel - our first and oldest hotel - shines in new splendor. In the course of the several-month renovation, it was rebranded: Starting at the end of April, it will welcome our guests as Fred Hotel Zürich Hauptbahnhof, including a new website

Cüpli, Cocktails und gute Musik

Feste feiern, wo seit über 100 Jahren schillernde Persönlichkeiten aus Kunst, Kultur und Politik zusammenkommen. Das ODEON ist die ideale Location für ihren Anlass.

The5 legt eine Pause ein

Unsere kulinarische Entdeckungsreise The5 pausiert bis auf Weiteres: Wir blicken gerne auf erfolgreiche Abende voller Kulinarik der Extraklasse, inspirierenden 360-Grad-Videoprojektionen und zufriedenen Gästen zurück.

Flying napkins at Baur au Lac

Once the holiday hustle and bustle and the January slump have been overcome, the Fred Tschanz Group team gets to work. The legendary start of the year party provided for shining eyes and plenty of surprises.

Der Zufluchtsort in der Ferne

Seit jeher geniesst das ODEON bei Kunstschaffenden grosse Beliebtheit. So auch bei der Schriftstellerin Mónica Rojas Rubín, die im ODEON ihren sicheren Hafen im Trubel der Stadt fand. 

Innovative daily helper in the hotel

The Fred Hotel is the first hotel in Zurich to rely on the help of a service robot. The new team member is called “BellaBot” and amazes young and old alike.

Fred Tschanz is "Swisstainable" certified!

Sustainable practices are firmly anchored in the values of the Fred Tschanz family business. From now on, our businesses may adorn themselves with the sustainability certification of Switzerland Tourism.

Silvester im ODEON feiern

Mit einem Cüpli auf 2023 anstossen – ob vor Ort oder beim Flanieren am Bellevue Zürich. Genau das verspricht das Odeon Silvesterangebot. Der ideale Start ins neue Jahr.

25 years Walhalla: The Fred Tschanz Hotel in transition

Fred Tschanz celebrates 25 years of Walhalla Hotel and Guest House. We look back on the journey from a conservative hotel near the train station to a lively business with a multinational audience.

ODEON im Falstaff Barguide 2023 ausgezeichnet

Die Falstaff Community bewertete das ODEON im Schweizer Barguide 2023 mit zwei Cocktailgläsern und grossartigen 87 Punkten. Wenn das kein Cüpli wert ist.

Who, if not Mediha?

Since the beginning of July, our HR management has been in the experienced hands of Mediha Murati. Her ambitious goal: to make Fred Tschanz the most popular employer in the industry.

Was das ODEON zur legendären Institution macht

Im Gespräch mit der NZZ erzählt der Geschäftsführer Hans Jürgen Schlatzer, wie das ODEON Tradition und Wandel miteinander kombiniert.

Im Gespräch über Frauen im Tourismus

Das Flair fürs Gastgewerbe bekam Stéphanie Portmann in die Wiege gelegt. Die Erfahrungen, die sie als Frau in der Tourismusbranche über die Jahre sammelte, teilt sie am 6. Oktober beim Female Voices Event in Zürich.

Successful start into the digital hotel business

The first few months of Alpine Rooms by Leoneck as a self-managed hotel were successful and Fred Tschanz Gastgewerbe draws a very positive conclusion. The digital hotel solution makes the stay more flexible for guests and at the same time makes everyday work easier for employees. A future-proof concept.

Raise the ‘Cüpli’ to 50 years of ODEON!

Although the ODEON is known to be much older, our history together begins exactly 50 years ago. When Fred Tschanz led the ailing ODEON back to its glamour. In his honor we let the appropriate champagne bubble.

The5 is back!

The gourmet pop-up will provide the culinary highlight of the year in November and December 2022 at Zurich's Gerold Areal. 5 celebrity chefs create 5 courses to 360-degree video projections – that's The5.

Zurich Tradition in The Telegraph

On a trip through Switzerland, British journalist Michael Portillo cannot miss the opportunity to admire the history of Café Bar ODEON in Zurich.

The Self-Check-in Hotel in Zurich

The Alpine Rooms by Leoneck will welcome their guests from February 1 as a trendy self-check-in hotel. The rooms are designed in Alpine chic.

Swiss Alpine caviar on Zurich plates

The finest quality caviar from sustainable Swiss breeding has a name: "Oona" is derived from the Celtic and stands for "the real thing".

The5 - the most climate friendly gourmet trip

Thanks to the support of our partner Nespresso, The5 is climate neutral: 100% on green electricity, plant-based menu and a climate-friendly beverage selection.

Welcome back at ODEON!

We're excited to welcome you again at ODEON. Whether you want to sit indoors or enjoy the fresh air on our terrace - we'll spoil you with our classics and culinary creations. In addition, you can enjoy a different lunch menu every week.

The5 is back!

5 star chefs create 5 courses in 5 different colour worlds - welcome to The5. Our pop-up restaurant will provide the culinary highlight of the year 2021. You will be able to find us in Zurich's Geroldareal during November and December.


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