Sulzer high-rise

Sulzer high-rise is an office building located in Neuwiesen that reaches nearly 100 meters with 27 floors, shaping the commercial district's skyline. The structure uses modern reinforced concrete construction and houses multiple companies and workspace throughout its volume.

The building was completed in 1966 and initially served as the administrative center for Sulzer Ltd., a company with manufacturing origins dating to 1775. Its construction during this period reflected confidence in Switzerland's economic future and technological progress.

The structure represents Winterthur's industrial heritage and demonstrates how major Swiss companies expressed their prominence through bold architecture. Visitors can see in its design a symbol of the region's prosperity and technical expertise during the 20th century.

The building stands prominently in the commercial district and is easy to spot from street level, making orientation straightforward. Note that it remains an active office complex, so interior access is generally restricted to authorized personnel and businesses.

In 2004, the building underwent modifications that officially reduced its height from nearly 100 meters to about 92 meters, creating a notable change to its recognizable profile. This alteration shows how even prominent structures can be redesigned throughout their lifespan.

Location: Winterthur

Location: Stadt

Location: Neuwiesen

Inception: 1966

Floors above the ground: 27

Height: 99.7 m

Part of: list of cultural properties in Winterthur/district 1, Wintower, ehem. Verwaltungsgebäude der Gebr. Sulzer AG und Umgebungsgestaltung

Address: Neuwiesenstrasse 15, 8400 Winterthur

GPS coordinates: 47.49996,8.71816

Latest update: December 10, 2025 20:05