Gotthardhospiz

The old Gotthard Hospice (2100 m above sea level.M.) has been a symbol of the connection between the cultures of northern and southern Europe for centuries. It probably dates back to the 13th century and is the most historic building on the Gotthard. Famous personalities have already been here: Goethe, for example, Mendelssohn and Wagner.
In the course of time, the hospice was rebuilt several times. After the fall of the avalanche, it was rebuilt in the 18th century as the actual Capuchin hospice and then gradually enlarged. At the beginning of the 20th century, it burned down, but was rebuilt. In 2010, the hospice was reopened after a three-year renovation.

Summer operation only: access by car or postbus