Spiegelgasse 14

Spiegelgasse 14 is a four-story building with traditional Swiss architectural features located in Zurich's Old Town. A plaque at the entrance marks its historical significance in European history.

The building was home to Russian revolutionary Vladimir Lenin and his wife from February 1916 to April 1917. During his time in Zurich, he developed political strategies before returning to Russia.

The building represents a connection between Swiss neutrality and European revolutionary movements during World War I. It shows how the city served as a refuge for political exiles from across Europe at that time.

The building is located in the Old Town and is easily reached on foot, with tram stops nearby. The area has many cafes and shops, making it easy to combine a visit with a walk through the neighborhood.

The ground floor of the building originally housed a butcher shop and still shows traces of this commercial past. The space was later used as a fashion boutique while preserving original decorative elements from the early 1900s.

Location: Zürich

GPS coordinates: 47.37196,8.54501

Latest update: December 14, 2025 17:02