Published on 3 September 2025

Tours for groups

Groups can choose between five tours with different areas of focus. The tours last two to three hours. A group can consist of a minimum of 15 and a maximum of 30 people. 

Guided tours to be discontinued

The federal government's 2026-2028 austerity programme is forcing the federal administration to take drastic measures. Swisstopo is no exception. In order to meet the savings targets, we are reluctantly forced to discontinue guided tours from 2026 onwards. We will contact those who have already booked tours directly.

Unfortunately, all dates for groups are fully booked until the end of the year.

Thank you for your understanding.

Five different tours

• 1 GeodataLab (2 hours, max. 30 people)

  Discover the world of geodata interactively and in 3D using augmented reality glasses. The tour also provides fascinating insights into the process of creating and publishing maps.

• 2 From surveying the landscape to producing geodata and maps (2 hours, max. 30 people)

  During this tour, you will gain an understanding of the different stages involved in producing geodata – from land surveying, the recording and processing of aerial images, to the creation of maps and the publication of the resulting products.

• 3 Coordination and preservation activities at swisstopo (2 hours, max. 30 people)

  Learn more about land surveying, swisstopo’s coordinating tasks and the history of the Federal Office. After this tour, you will also be familiar with the tasks of the Swiss Geological Survey.

• 4 Digital geodata production (3 hours, max. 30 people)

  Discover how geodata is produced – from land surveying, the recording and processing of aerial images, to the creation of maps and the publication of the resulting products. You will also have the chance to dive interactively into the fascinating world of 3D geodata using augmented reality glasses.

• 5 Geoinformation in four dimensions (3 hours, max. 30 people)

  Gain insights into the history of swisstopo and the tasks of the Swiss Geological Survey, and discover more about the processes involved in creating and publishing maps. You will also experience the world of geodata interactively and in 3D using augmented reality glasses.

Good to know...

• Who can take part?

  Groups of between 15 and 30 people.
  Minimum age of 13, or schoolchildren in year 8 or above.

• When are the tours available?

  Between January and June and between September and November. Preferably on a Tuesday or Thursday.

• Language

  The guided tours for groups are available in German and French.

• Duration

  Around two to three hours, depending on the tour.

At the end of the tour, you will have the opportunity to buy maps at discounted prices.