Biel/Bienne, Switzerland

Rolex watch factory, former Gruen Watch

Biel/Bienne, Switzerland

Built in 1922 in Biel/Bienne, Switzerland, this production building exemplifies the Heimatstil architectural tradition and was designed by the firm Moser and Schürch. Originally constructed as a watch factory for Gruen Watch, it later became a Rolex manufacturing facility. The structure is designated a class B Swiss cultural property of regional significance, reflecting its importance to the region's industrial heritage and architectural identity.

Architect

Movement

Built

1922

Type

architectural structure, industrial building

Heritage

class B Swiss cultural property of regional significance

Place

Biel/Bienne, Switzerland

This building on

• WikidataRolex watch factory, former Gruen Watch↗

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Location

47.14400, 7.24523