Walzwerk
Site Development
Directions
Tram 10; Walzwerk, Arlesheim
Bus 37, 58; Münchenstein Bahnhof
Train S3; Münchenstein
Space for Commerce, Culture, and Culinary Arts
The Walzwerk has a lot of range: here, people cook, make, design, and distil.
Programme
Experience the Variety of the Walzwerk
Join us on a tour of the site to learn about the industrial history of the aluminium factory and what it offers today.
18:00, 19:00, 20:00
German: 17:00, 19:00
English: 18:00, 20:00Excursion into the World of Gin
Learn more about the origins and legends of gin during this short presentation. You will also learn about gin production, and then you can taste some for yourself.
17:00 – 23:30
every half hour
Note
Tasting from 18 years of age (ID check)
The Basel Social Psychiatry Association
Learn about creative activities at Machwerk Münchenstein and work processes at the Waschwerk, Wyydeatelier, and Holzangebote.
17:00 – 00:00
Mavo: Local Art and Design
A space full of aesthetics, inspiration, and local craftsmanship. Discover a range of jewellery, ceramics, art, watches, plants, and selected garden furniture.
17:00 – 00:00
Workshop Exhibition: Martin Raimann
Guided tour of an ongoing workshop exhibition by sculptor Martin Raimann.
17:00 – 00:00
The Walzhalle Cooks
The Walzhalle opens the refreshment bar and the hall for food and drink.
17:00 – 00:00
Experience Plaster: Craftsmanship & Material
Discover how plaster, paint, and technology combined can bring personality to a room. Decogips presents its range of products and invites you to take part in a workshop.
17:00 – 00:00
Stolz: Build Something out of Wood
Visit the workshop of the Stolz joinery and build something out of wood (under supervision!).
17:00 – 00:00
Art and Wildlife
Visitors of all ages are free to paint their ideas on the theme of ‘animal sounds’ onto a large drawing and painting sheet.
17:00 – 00:00
Visual Art School Basel
Hair Care with E-Brands & HairSign
Learn everything there is to know about hair and scalp care, from grooming to cosmetics. Have your scalp problems and haircare needs analysed by professionals on site.
17:00 – 00:00
Throw Slippers and Win Prizes
Try your luck at slipper throwing and have the chance to win some Bajourletten of your own based on your postcode.
17:00 – 00:00
Bachata, Salsa, Zouk, or Kizomba
Discover open workshops and Latin American beats at Bachata Basel’s new studios. No prior knowledge required – just come along, enjoy the atmosphere, and experience dance culture up close.
18:00 Kizomba
19:00 Zouk
20:00 Salsa
21:00 Bachata
21:30 – 00:00 Party & DrinksPitza Break
The Pitza restaurant is open for business, offering pizza, pasta, and other dishes. Pizza slices are also available to take away – ideal for a quick energy boost on the go.
17:00 – 00:00
Takeaway Beer Culture
At the Blaue Ente Microbrewery’s market stall you can buy craft beers, learn more about the brewery, and capture your visit to Industrienacht in the photo booth.
17:00 – 00:00
Food and Drink
Comprehensive catering services provided by various companies
Sanitary facilities
Toilets available and wheelchair accessible
Accessibility
partially wheelchair accessible
About Walzwerk
The Walzwerk site, located between the towns of Münchenstein and Arlesheim, is a lively hub for commerce, education, culture, cuisine, and leisure. The former industrial site has been transformed from a single-use area into a diverse space that is now home to over 90 tenants.
During Industrienacht, the Walzwerk offers a colourful programme ranging from gin tastings and local crafts to culinary delights. All age groups are welcome. The site and its businesses invite you to explore and linger!
Participants include: Höllenhund Gin, the Association for Social Psychiatry Baselland (VSP), MAVO Raum für Schönes, Martin Raimann Bildhauer, Visual Art School Basel, Decogips, Essential Brands & HairSign, kammoebel, Pitza, the Walzhalle, and the Stolz carpentry workshop.