Herb Center
You have never set foot in a building like this before: The Ricola Herb Center is mainly made of loam. Yes, loam. But why? Learn more about this world-renowned building. Best by booking a tour.
In our Herb Center you will discover the formula of the Ricola herbal mixture - at least a very little bit. You get exciting insights into the production process. And you will learn how the herbs are turned into delicious sweets and cough drops.
Thank you for your interest in our tours! We are currently taking a break from giving tours, but we look forward to offering you some exciting insights into the world of Ricola again soon. Starting from the beginning of the year, you will be able to book your tour conveniently via our website. Thank you for your understanding and patience during this time.
Visit the largest loam building in Europe
Iconic architecture combined with nature and art
A unique insight into the world of Ricola
Tour lasts approximately 1 hour 15 minutes
Groups from 5 to 15 people
Mighty impressive on the outside, quite clever from the inside.
Small drops, big plans
Together with architects Herzog & de Meuron, we wanted to set new standards in sustainable industrial architecture. At the same time, we wanted the best storage and processing facilities for our precious Alpine herbs. This is how the idea of the loam building was born.
One hour, many experiences
Our one-hour tour of the Herb Center engages all of your senses. It's truly immersive. At the same time, you will get to know us a little more personally: how we feel, how we work, and why we are so passionate about herbs. We look forward to welcoming you to the inner circle of our herbal world.
How to get there
Meeting place: Wahlenstrasse 101, 4242 Laufen
Drive to Laufen and follow the signs towards Wahlen. Just before you leave Laufen, turn left towards the Ricola production building (sign-posted).
There is parking next to the production building on Wahlenstrasse 101.
Take the train to Laufen, and then take bus 114 to the “Wahlenstrasse” stop or walk from the railway station to Wahlenstrasse 101 (approx. 15 minutes).
Ricola Kräuterzentrum (Herb Center), Wahlenstrasse 117, 4242 Laufen
