Translation House Looren
The Translation House Looren opened its doors in 2005 and offers literary translators from around the world residencies of varying length. The House is open year-round, and translators working in all language combinations are welcome.
In the past, the House - built in the 1950s - has served both as a private residence and as a publishing house for the Albert Züst Company. It has been completely renovated and equipped with modern appliances.
8 single / 2 double rooms with private bath
- telephone and internet access in every room, computers upon request
- photocopier, printers, fax machine
- large living/dining area,
- a shared kitchen for self-catering
- library and seminar room with television
- large garden
A library of several thousand volumes, primarily reference works and dictionaries, is available to residents around the clock. In addition, the Translator house subscribes to magazines in several languages. On-line catalogue
The rural location of the Translation house offers ideal working conditions and a fantastic view of Lake Zurich and the Alps. Zurich can be reached by public transportation in one hour.