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In the Pförtnerhaus, a lively location in the centre of Gellert, where living, working and meeting are intermingled, you can expect excellent coffee, homemade lemonade and iced tea during the day and an urban aperitif bar with selected drinks, wine and beer in the evening. We also serve a small but delicious selection of snacks and our legendary sweet and savory croffles.
Exhibition by Annika Rhea
The exhibition Traces by artist Annika Rhea makes energy and movement visible in space. New works in dialog with their surroundings meet the Kinetic Flow line series. From June 17, 2025 in our Café Bar and the EP Gallery.
Sweet and savory croffles
Wondering what a croffle is? We asked ourselves exactly this question a few months ago and went on a search. Our journey has taken us across Europe, from Paris to Berlin, from Basel to Brussels. The result: we have revealed the secret of the croffles and are now sharing it with you!
Sunday brunch in the Pförtnerhaus
Once a month we open the gatehouse on a Sunday to spoil you with a gourmet breakfast. A buffet with a small and fine selection awaits you.
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Glacier fondue & raclette in summer? Of course!
This summer we are serving our legendary glacier fondue and raclette outside in the garden – in the open air, in a relaxed atmosphere.
Made in the Engadin from regional cheese, matured with great care and attention to detail.
Whether classic on a plate or as a croffle variation – this is summer enjoyment as it should be!
Café-Bar Pförtnerhaus
The Café-Bar Pförtnerhaus is a place where the joy of enjoyment and carefree togetherness is celebrated. It doesn’t matter whether you relax with a coffee in the morning or a glass of wine in the evening. You can always expect a small but fine selection of drinks and the sweet & salty croffles from the Croffle Gang.
Gallery room
Are you looking for a unique location for your next event, your upcoming workshop or simply a place to work and be together? Then you should definitely get to know us. For more information, send us an email to hello@pfoertnerhaus.ch.
Croffle Bike
With our Croffle Bike, you can treat your guests to our legendary croffles and create a unique atmosphere. True to our credo: enjoyment is not a crime.
Insider tip: Our Croffle Bike is also available as a Raclette Bike for your event.
Eventlocation
Our Pförtnerhaus – the perfect place for unforgettable moments. Discover our exclusive event rooms on the first floor and on the ground floor of the Café-Bar Pförtnerhaus – the Gallery Room and the Studio Room. Both rooms offer a unique atmosphere for seminars and events that will be remembered for a long time.
The Pförtnerhaus
The gatehouse, over 100 years old and lovingly renovated, this unique building offers an exciting mix of café-bar, agency and neighborhood meeting place in the middle of the Gellert. It is located directly at Hardstrasse 43 and is easily accessible by streetcar line 14.

Events
The gatehouse offers the perfect space to bring inspiring ideas to life and create unforgettable moments. From workshops to exhibitions, you will always find exciting events with us. If you are planning an event yourself and you like our gatehouse as a location, please send us an e-mail and we will get in touch with you.
What's up in the gatehouse
17. Juni bis 3. Juli 2025 | Café Bar Pförtnerhaus & EP Gallery | Sunday brunch | Reservation |
19. Juni 2025 | Café Bar Pförtnerhaus & EP Gallery | Exhibition by Annika Rhea | Live performance and exhibition |
29. Juni 2025 | Café Bar Pförtnerhaus | Annika Rhea live performance | Live performance and exhibition |
31.08.2025 | Café Bar Pförtnerhaus | Sunday brunch | Reservation |
28.09.2025 | Café Bar Pförtnerhaus | Sunday brunch | Reservation |
26.10.2025 | Café Bar Pförtnerhaus | Sunday brunch | Reservation |
30.11.2025 | Café Bar Pförtnerhaus | Sunday brunch | Reservation |