The debating house "Charlemagne" serves as a platform for the exchange of opinions and is a socio-cultural meeting place in Zurich's old town: under one roof, we unite subject areas as broad as social and political diversity. The rooms, steeped in history, and the inner courtyard are open to the public on four floors. The permanent exhibition "It's a... Women's Women's World!" complements the uniquely designed rooms and honours 13 women artists and their works. Under the motto "as brutally local as possible", we serve our guests the culinary diversity of Zurich producers in the bistro.
"Charlemagne" is an offer of the Social Services of the "City of Zurich", located in the department of Social City Life.
Visitors* with an impairment please call 044 415 68 68.
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Our Events
Karl der Grosse
In the end, I could have kissed the hyena
“Come on, you can do it!”
“What if I make a fool of myself?”
“OK, now just close your eyes and get on with it!”
Does this sound familiar? We ...
26.10.2026
19:00
Karl der Grosse
Taking concrete action for the climate
Many of the effects of climate change are already being felt in Switzerland. What can each and every one of us do to help protect the climate? This is a ...
27.10.2026
18:00
Karl der Grosse
What if it were easier?
What if your problem suddenly became easier to deal with? What if the right questions opened up new possibilities? What if a single conversation was all it ...
27.10.2026
18:30
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Karl der Grosse
Opening of the Office for Time
Established because it was necessary: the Office for Time is opening its doors and invites you to the grand opening. Anyone who does not have time to attend ...
28.10.2026
18:30
Karl der Grosse
Soil to Soul 2026 – Thursday
From 28 to 31 October, Soil to Soul Zurich will once again become a meeting place for all those who love good food and want to learn more about where it ...
29.10.2026
09:00
Karl der Grosse
Soil to Soul 2026 – Freitag
From 28 to 31 October, Soil to Soul will once again turn Zurich into a meeting place for anyone who loves good food and wants to learn more about where it ...
