Swiss Life Arena, Zürich
Spectacle, action, excitement and a great atmosphere: With a capacity of 12'000 spectators the Swiss Life Arena in Zurich Altstetten is used since October 2022 for high profile sport events, corporate events and sponsors events. It is home to the ZSC Lions.
The Swiss Life Arena is a showcase for energy efficiency. Its large cooling machines are at the centre of an energy concept focused on local, climate-friendly resources. Thanks to its incorporation into the Altstetten and Höngg energy association, the Arena helps to supply around 30,000 households with environmentally friendly heat. The Swiss Life Arena has been awarded the Minergie certificate for its outstanding characteristics in terms of energy efficiency, comfort and climate protection.
The Swiss Life Arena planned by Caruso St John Architects is equipped with state-of-the-art media and event technology.
- Start of construction: March 2019
- Opening: Fall 2022
- Plot area: 28'000 m²
- Building dimensions: 170 m long x 110 m wide x 33 m high
- Building volume: 478'000 m³
- Capacity: 12'000 spectators