Lindt Home of Chocolate – Switzerland’s chocolate museum (2024)

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LINDT HOME OF CHOCOLATE

Experience the interactive world of chocolate for young and old. Visit our Lindt Home of Chocolate, where the biggest Lindt Chocolate Shop (500 m2) and the spectacular Lindt chocolate fountain are waiting for you, as well as an interactive chocolate tour all about the Swiss cultural heritage of chocolate. Dive into the world of chocolate and experience something really special. Whether you come alone, with your family and friends, or with colleagues, we look forward to your visit.

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2. April 2024

Discover the magical Lindt Home of Chocolate

Chocolate has been produced at the Kilchberg factory since 1899. And now an interactive chocolate world was built next to these historic buildings . In this video, you can get a sweet little taster and see how our spectacular chocolate fountain was created, as if by magic...

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CHOCOLATE TOUR

An interactive journey of discovery

In our museum, you can journey back to the origins of chocolate and experience how cocoa conquered Europe. Meet the Swiss chocolate pioneers who made our lives sweeter with their inventions. Follow the chocolate manufacturing process in our modern test facilities. And find out just how irresistible Swiss chocolate is for yourselves.

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CHOCOLATE COURSES

Make chocolate yourself

Create the finest chocolate together with a real LINDT Master Chocolatier and learn all about our favorite treat. Be inspired by our wide range of courses for groups and individuals.

SHOP

The biggest chocolate shop in the world

In our Lindt Chocolate Shop, spread over more than 500 m2, you will find the best chocolates, pralines and a whole range of other delicious treats. Design your own personal praline packaging and have a LINDT Master Chocolatier create a chocolate bar exactly to your wishes.

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CHOCOLATE FOUNTAIN

A highlight for chocolate lovers

Our chocolate fountain is over nine meters tall, with 1,500 kg of chocolate flowing through it. Experience this highlight with your own eyes.

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CAFÉ

Let us spoil you

It’s not only your sweetest dreams that come true at the Lindt Home of Chocolate. We also offer some delicious savory meals and snacks in the café, and really put the emphasis on quality. We look forward to spoiling you.

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EVENTS

Space for your event

Planning a birthday, company event, a drinks reception or another special occasion? You’ll find the perfect location here. For example, our CHOCOLATERIA or the lounge with space for up to 60 people, and the auditorium, which can accommodate up to 100 people.

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    Switzerland’s ultimate chocolate attraction

    The Lindt Home of Chocolate is a state-of-the-art experience for chocolate lovers. The building, designed by celebrated architects Christ & Gantenbein, houses an interactive chocolate world that will delight young and old alike. With a more than nine meter high chocolate fountain, a multimedia museum, a café, chocolate courses and the biggest Lindt chocolate shop in the world, the Lindt Home of Chocolate is an exciting chocolate experience for the whole family.

    Whether you’re visiting alone, with friends and family or as part of a school trip or company event, here you can experience chocolate with all of your senses in a new and entertaining way. And your sense of taste will certainly be enjoying the lion’s share of that! At the Lindt Home of Chocolate you can sample delicacies, create your own chocolate or have your chocolates individually designed by our very own Lindt Master Chocolatiers.

    Join us on an exciting tour through the world of chocolate! Journey back to the origins of chocolate and experience how cocoa conquered Europe. Meet the Swiss chocolate pioneers who changed – or at least “sweetened” – our lives with their inventions. Marvel at all the work it takes to transform cocoa beans into melt-in-your-mouth chocolate. Follow the chocolate manufacturing process in our modern test facilities. And find out just how irresistible Swiss chocolate is for yourselves.

    During your visit, make sure to pop into the Café, where we’ll make more than just your sweet dreams come true. We also offer some delicious savory meals and snacks, and really put the emphasis on quality. We look forward to spoiling you. How about some of our popular waffles, freshly baked and made extra special with our finest chocolate?

    You can reach the Lindt Home of Chocolate from most parts of Zürich in just 20 minutes, with transport links by boat, bus, train and car. On this page you can find out all about offers, prices, journey, news and much more. We look forward to your visit.

    Lindt Home of Chocolate – Switzerland’s chocolate museum (2024)

    FAQs

    Is the Lindt chocolate museum worth visiting? ›

    There is so much information on Cocoa and the process of Chocolate making plus Tasting. A highlight is also to taste Chocolate from the Chocolate fountain! Highly recommend the Guided Public tour. We spent about 2 Hours at the museum and a visit to the Chocolate shop is a must.

    How long does it take to get through Lindt Home of Chocolate? ›

    The chocolate museum is open every day 10:00 to 18:00. Plan for about 1 – 1.5 hour for the tour.

    Can you visit the Lindt chocolate factory without a ticket? ›

    Note: A ticket is required to visit the museum (whether with or without an audio guide). Please refrain from spontaneous visits on sold-out days! The chocolate fountain, the Lindt shop and the café can still be visited without a ticket. Visitors can visit the exhibition between 10 a.m. until 7 p.m..

    Why is Lindt so expensive? ›

    Why are Lindt & Sprüngli Chocolates more expensive than other brands? Lindt & Sprüngli stands for premium chocolates. For us, premium chocolate combines fine ingredients with over 175 years of tradition and artisan-like craftsmanship to create the ultimate chocolate tasting experience.

    Do you get free chocolate at Lindt museum? ›

    🤣 There's lots of free chocolate and the inside of the building smells amazing. If you love chocolate you'll love the shop! Great café too.

    Why is Lindt chocolate so special? ›

    Here the carefully selected premium cocoa beans are mixed according to precise recipes. The actual bean mix in each case is a closely guarded manufacturing secret, as the expert blending of the flavors of the individual bean varieties from different regions is what gives Lindt chocolate its special taste.

    Is there a Lindt factory you can visit? ›

    Visit our Lindt Home of Chocolate, where the biggest Lindt Chocolate Shop (500 m2) and the spectacular Lindt chocolate fountain are waiting for you, as well as an interactive chocolate tour all about the Swiss cultural heritage of chocolate. Dive into the world of chocolate and experience something really special.

    How do I get from Zurich HB to Lindt chocolate factory? ›

    The best way to get from Zürich Hb to Kilchberg ZH, Lindt & Sprüngli is to train which takes 22 min and costs SFr 10 - SFr 18. Alternatively, you can line 165 bus, which costs SFr 2 - SFr 4 and takes 30 min.

    How long is the Lindt museum tour? ›

    1 - 1.5 h

    Does Lindt use real chocolate? ›

    Lindt & Sprüngli uses Forastero beans (consumer cocoa) from Ghana. The remaining 5-10% of worldwide cocoa harvests are fine flavor cocoa. Fine flavor cocoa is a high-quality cocoa with nuanced, fine aroma.

    Is chocolate factory worth visiting? ›

    For those of you who want to learn more about the history, there is no better way to learn than to visit one of these chocolate factories and take a tour. Taking one bite of a freshly made chocolate bar is often enough to make the trip worth it.

    Is Lindt chocolate Swiss or German? ›

    Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Sprüngli AG, doing business as Lindt, is a Swiss chocolatier and confectionery company founded in 1845 and known for its chocolate truffles and chocolate bars, among other sweets. It is based in Kilchberg, where its main factory and museum are located.

    Is Godiva or Lindt better? ›

    In conclusion, both Lindt and Godiva are reputable chocolate brands that offer high-quality products. Lindt is known for its affordability, wide range of flavors, and smooth texture, while Godiva is renowned for its luxurious taste, attention to detail, and elegant packaging.

    Are Ghirardelli and Lindt the same company? ›

    1998. Lindt & Sprungli acquires Ghirardelli Chocolate Company as a wholly owned subsidiary of its holding company.

    What's the difference between Lindt and Lindor? ›

    The shell. Essentially, LINDOR is a chocolate truffle. It is made by pouring the finest tempered Lindt chocolate into a mould, before spinning on its axis to coat the inside. As it cools and sets, a delicate chocolate shell is created, ready to hold the smooth, melting filling.

    Is it worth it to go to the chocolate Nation? ›

    Very near Antwerp central station. Absolutely amazingly organized museum tour with great storytelling and chocolate tasting. Last there was great chocolate store where you find tons of good things to buy for yourself or as a gift. Definitely worth the visit!

    What is the largest chocolate museum in the world? ›

    In September 2020, the Lindt Home of Chocolate opened its doors to the public. Located in Kilchberg, Switzerland, it's the world's largest chocolate museum, and boasts a chocolate fountain that stands over nine metres high.

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