Zunfthaus zur Haue, Medieval guild house in Kreis 1, Switzerland
Description
Zunfthaus zur Haue is a medieval guild house at Limmatquai 52 featuring Gothic windows and distinctive stepped gables. The structure combines three separate historical building sections and anchors the Limmat River promenade with its architectural character.
History
First recorded in 1389, the house initially served as a meeting place for salt merchants and later became the headquarters of the Zunft zum Kämbel. This shift reflects how Zurich's medieval economy moved from individual traders toward organized guild structures.
Culture
The building displays painted ornaments and memorial plaques that reflect its long ties to guilds and merchant families. These visual details speak to its importance in Zurich's economic life and how different communities have shaped it over time.
Practical
The house sits between Münsterbrücke and Rathausbrücke along an active riverfront section in the city center. Today it houses a restaurant serving traditional Swiss food, making the interior easy to access and giving visitors a reason to step inside.
Did you know?
Deer sculptures and a memorial plaque on the roof commemorate the Salomon Hirzel family who once owned this commercial property. This unusual roof decoration is easily visible from the river and tells of a forgotten link to its former owners.
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide. Discover all places nearby (Kreis 1).
Zürich Town Hall
42 m
Old city of Zürich
131 m
Limmatquai
58 m
Münsterbrücke
166 m
Zunfthaus zur Saffran
1 m
Café Schober
99 m
Rathausbrücke
70 m
Zunfthaus zur Zimmerleuten
86 m
Zunfthaus zum Rüden
63 m
Haus zum Schwert
91 m
Spiegelgasse 14
160 m
Bilgeriturm
94 m
Brunnenturm
94 m
Rosenhofbrunnen
168 m
Stüssibrunnen
132 m
Mauerbrunnen
45 m
Napfbrunnen
110 m
Fish market fountain
44 m
Winzerbrunnen
96 m
Haus zur Hindin / Haus zum kleinen Pelikan
166 m
Zunfthaus zur Schmiden
114 m
Wettingerhus, Zürich
107 m
Gesellschaftshaus zum Schneggen
105 m
Haus zum kleinen Pelikan
122 m
Ehemalige Mädchenschule am Grossmünster
162 m
Hauptwache
65 m
Haus der Museumsgesellschaft
65 m
Karlsturm
147 mDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes