Literaturhaus Zürich
community centerCultural venue dedicated to literature that hosts readings, book premieres and panel discussions; it also houses a public library and a reading room. Known as a central meeting place for writers, scholars and the literary public in Zurich.
Upcoming Events (12)
Sofalesung: Eric Ehrhardt – Im Klauhof
Sofalesung with author Eric Ehrhardt presenting his book "Im Klauhof" at Literaturhaus Zürich on 12 April 2026 at 17:00 — an intimate German-language reading event.
Kent Nagano, Inge Kloepfer – Erwarten Sie Wunder!
Conductor Kent Nagano and author Inge Kloepfer appear at Literaturhaus Zürich for 'Erwarten Sie Wunder!', a cultured conversation exploring music, literature and contemporary cultural life.
Daniel Schwartz – Unterwegs zu den Gletschern der Welt
Daniel Schwartz presents his journeys to the world's glaciers at Literaturhaus Zürich, combining travel reportage, scientific insight and reflections on climate change.
Vorband: Jonas Rippstein – Säuseln, aber nicht zu laut
Jonas Rippstein performs a literary reading titled “Säuseln, aber nicht zu laut” at Literaturhaus Zürich on 2026-04-16, an intimate German-language author event.
Buchpremiere: Christian Uetz – Im Verstummen, Robert Hunger-Bühler – Die Blume im Mund
Book launch and readings with Christian Uetz (Im Verstummen) and Robert Hunger-Bühler (Die Blume im Mund) at Literaturhaus Zürich on 16 April 2026 — German-language author talks and readings.
Bühnenmenschen und ihre Lieblingsbücher: Viktor Giacobbo
Buchvernissage: Andreas Seibert – Über Sehen Über Leben
Attend the Buchvernissage for Andreas Seibert's Über Sehen Über Leben at Literaturhaus Zürich. An intimate literary evening with readings by the author, pairing thoughtful reflections on seeing and existence with the venue's refined, historic atmosphere in Zurich.
Katrin Eigendorf – Erzählen, was ist. Berichten am Limit in einer Zeit der Kriege
Journalist and author Katrin Eigendorf gives a reading and talk at Literaturhaus Zürich on reporting under the strain of war, exploring the limits and ethics of contemporary war coverage.
Buchpremiere Lukas Bärfuss – Königin der Nacht
Book launch and reading by Lukas Bärfuss for 'Königin der Nacht' at Literaturhaus Zürich on May 26, featuring an author talk and discussion in German.
Hoffnung denken – Impulse für ein anderes Miteinander in einer verletzten Welt
A lecture and discussion at Literaturhaus Zürich on hope and practical impulses for fostering a different, caring togetherness in a wounded world.
Literatur und Musik – Eva Menasse liest Eva Menasse
Eva Menasse presents a reading of her work with musical accompaniment at Literaturhaus Zürich on 14 June 2026 at 11:15 — a literary morning event for fans of contemporary German-language prose.
Alice Schwarzer: Buchpräsentation
An intimate book presentation and author conversation with Alice Schwarzer at Literaturhaus Zürich. The evening features a presentation of her latest work, followed by a Q&A in a refined, intimate literary setting in Zurich.