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Brutalism

A FRESH LOOK

Storm, summer 2024 © Karin Bürki/Heartbrut. Explore more on Heartbrut.com

Switzerland's best brutalist icons

And where to find them

HERE'S HOW

Switzerland is full of brutalist beauties. Discover them with us, one icon at a time.

Our CARTE BRUTE maps offer a fresh and very easy new way to discover Switzerland’s brutalist classics and contemporary reinterpretations – for everybody.

Want to learn more about the icons? Our object compendium has got you covered. Plus our handy guides help you push your brutalist fitness to the next level.

WALKS & RIDES

UPCOMING

OPEN HOUSE BASEL 17-18 MAY  DETAILS TBC

Explore striking brutalist icons, learn their stories and discover surprising details and fun facts. Whether you’re a brutalism fan or want to see your city with fresh eyes, this tour is for you. Available as a classic walk or bike ride. The route can be completely customised to make each tour a unique experience. Ideal for solo explorers and groups up to 25 people. Your expert guide is HEARTBRUT director Karin Bürki.

Locations: Zurich, Basel or your personal brutalist hotspot

Duration: 2-4 hours

Languages: German or English

Ideal for: individuals, groups, team events

Need some inspiration? Take a look at our past tours below.

Ready to explore? Get in touch to plan your personal tour.

12.10.24 HEARTBRUT x VN RESIDENCY: WALK

Do you love modern architecture, art and the lakeside promenade? Then this VN Residency guided tour from the Kunsthaus to Pavillon Le Corbusier and more post-war icons on the right bank of Lake Zurich with writer and HEARTBRUT director Karin Bürki is for you.

Images: Roxana Calin

Composite of Kunsthaus - Zurich Lakeside Promenade featuring architectural highlights © images & artwork: Karin Bürki/Heartbrut.com. Explore more on Heartbrut.com

Do you love modern architecture, art and the lakeside promenade? Then this Open House Zurich bike tour from the Kunsthaus to Pavillon Le Corbusier and more post-war icons on the right bank of Lake Zurich with writer and HEARTBRUT director Karin Bürki is for you.

Composite: Karin Bürki / HEARTBRUT

Nowhere is Zurich more urban and lively than in the arc between Europaallee, Letten Viaduct and Platzspitz. Do you want to explore the transformation from industrial area to hip hotspot by bike? Then this free Open House Zurich bike tour with writer and HEARTBRUT director Karin Bürki is for you.

Images: Cindy Hertach / Karin Bürki

IN THE MEDIA

Storm, photo dates, summer 2024 © Karin Bürki/Heartbrut. Explore more on Heartbrut.com
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