House of Läderach: A Chocolate Lover's Paradise
Experience the art of Swiss chocolate making at the House of Läderach: tours, workshops, café, and the world's longest fresh chocolate counter.
The House of Läderach, which opened in November 2020, is more than just a chocolate factory; it's an experience. Located in Bilten, at the foot of the Glarus Alps, this attraction allows visitors to explore the world of Läderach chocolate with all five senses. The interactive tour guides visitors through themed areas, revealing the company's history and the secrets behind Läderach's fresh chocolate. You'll learn about cocoa bean origins and how chocolate mass is created. A highlight is the chocolate fountain, offering different varieties for tasting. You can also observe chocolatiers at work and even create a customized FrischSchoggi bar. The factory store boasts the world's longest FrischSchoggi counter, with over 20 chocolate varieties. Generous samples are available, and you can have your favorite flavors broken off a large plate. The stylish café offers homemade pastries and exceptional cocoa drinks, perfect for a sweet break. The Walk-In Atelier allows you to make and decorate your own chocolate. The House of Läderach is wheelchair accessible.
Local tips
- Visit the Walk-In Atelier to create and decorate your own chocolate masterpiece.
- Don't miss the chocolate fountain where you can sample different Läderach chocolate varieties.
- Explore the factory store for a wide selection of Läderach chocolates, including the famous FrischSchoggi.
A brief summary to House of Läderach | Schweiz | Bilten
- Grabenstrasse 6, Bilten, 8865, CH
- +41556454455
- Visit website
- Monday 9 am-6 pm
- Tuesday 9 am-6 pm
- Wednesday 9 am-6 pm
- Thursday 9 am-6 pm
- Friday 9 am-6 pm
- Saturday 9 am-6 pm
- Sunday 9 am-6 pm
Getting There
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Public Transport
From Zürich, take a train to Bilten (approximately 1 hour). From St. Gallen, travel via Uznach (around 90 minutes). From the Bilten train station, take PostBus 524 to the 'Bilten, Grabenstrasse' stop. The House of Läderach is a short, signposted walk from the bus stop. A single PostBus fare is approximately CHF 2-4.
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Walking
The House of Läderach is located at Grabenstrasse 6, in Bilten. From the 'Bilten, Grabenstrasse' PostBus stop, it's a short walk. Follow the signs leading directly to the House of Läderach.
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Driving
The House of Läderach is located at Grabenstrasse 6, 8865 Bilten. Parking is available at Grabenstrasse in Bilten. Parking is available at Parking House of Läderach. There are 100 parking spots. Parking is open 24/7.
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