Emmenpark AG

What Emmenpark AG does

Emmenpark AG is a privately held Swiss Aktiengesellschaft headquartered in Zuchwil, Solothurn canton, operating a diversified gastronomy and events portfolio since 1991. The company runs three riverside restaurants (RiverPark, 1881 Kantine, Fleur de Soleure), four event venues (KARGO68 opening autumn 2026, Sagi Oberwil, Maxililian, Grüne Halle), a full-service catering arm (Emmenpark Catering for 30-1000+ guests), and a mobile BBQ service (Grillör using OFYR grills). Under the leadership of Geschäftsführer Markus Balsiger (CEO since 1991) and a six-person Geschäftsleitung, the business executes 600+ events annually across weddings, corporate functions, private celebrations, and a seasonal LapplandSpass winter group experience.

The company makes money through three core revenue streams: (1) per-cover restaurant and lounge sales at its three eateries, (2) event-venue rental fees paired with per-guest catering (CHF 27-100/person tiers across packages such as Beats & Flames, Open Waggon, LapplandSpass, and 1. August BBQ), and (3) off-premise catering delivered to customer locations for events of 30 to over 1,000 guests. Distribution is direct via the company website, an active multi-account Instagram presence across each venue, a quarterly AMÜSBUSCH lifestyle magazine, an e-guma-powered online ticketing and gift-voucher shop, and direct enterprise sales for venue and catering bookings. Customers span four segments: wedding couples, corporate clients, private event hosts, and individual diners, with geographic operations confined to the Solothurn region of Switzerland.

Technically, Emmenpark AG is a hospitality operator rather than a technology company: no proprietary software, no AI/ML infrastructure, and no patents or trademarks are disclosed. The technology footprint is limited to the e-guma e-commerce/ticketing integration, Google Maps embeds for location directions, and standard venue booking workflows. The company's most differentiated physical asset is the KARGO68 project under construction from 68 recycled shipping containers, which will expand capacity into offices, restaurants, an event hall, and a rooftop venue from autumn 2026. Awards include Swiss Location Award 2025 "Outstanding" ratings for 1881 Waggon (9.3), Sagi Oberwil (9.2), La Chapelle (9.0) and "Excellent" for Maxililian (8.9), plus the iPunkt label for inclusive employment practices.

Name

Emmenpark AG

Legal name

Emmenpark AG

Website

https://emmenpark.ch

Company type

Private

Founded year

1991

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Emmenpark AG is a privately held Swiss hospitality company operating riverside restaurants, event venues, and catering services in the Solothurn region since 1991, serving weddings, corporate clients, and individual diners with 600+ events annually.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Hospitality and Event Services

NAICS

Caterers (722320), Mobile Food Services (72233), Cafeterias, Grill Buffets, and Buffets (722514)

SIC

Retail-Eating & Drinking Places (5810)

akta.pro primary industry

Special Occasion & Destination Restaurants (THAFACAK)

akta.pro secondary industries

Event Catering (Weddings, Social, Private Parties) (THAFAIAB), Full-Service Catering (Off-Premise) (HSACAGAA), Grills, Smokers & Outdoor Cooking Retail (Fuel, Accessories) (CRAIAIAH)

Keywords

• Restaurant services
• Event venue rentals
• Catering services
• Wedding locations
• BBQ catering

Headquarters

HQ city

Zuchwil

HQ country

Switzerland

HQ region

Europe

Offices7 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Restaurant Operations: The company operates multiple restaurant concepts including RiverPark (pop-up grill restaurant), 1881 Kantine (restaurant, grill, lounge), and Fleur de Soleure (riverside bistro). These generate revenue through food and beverage sales to walk-in customers and reservations.
2. Event Location Rentals: The company rents out event venues including KARGO68 (container-based event space from autumn 2026), Sagi Oberwil, Maxililian, Grüne Halle, and 1881 Waggon for private celebrations, corporate events, and weddings. Revenue comes from venue rental fees.
3. Catering Services: Full-service catering for 30 to 1000+ guests, from intimate dinners to large corporate events. Services include the Emmenpark Catering brand and Grillör mobile BBQ catering using OFYR equipment. Pricing varies by guest count and menu selection.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Emmenpark AG operates a diversified hospitality portfolio in the Solothurn region of Switzerland, running three restaurants (RiverPark, 1881 Kantine, Fleur de Soleure), four event venues (KARGO68, Sagi Oberwil, Maxililian, Grüne Halle), a mobile BBQ catering service (Grillör) using OFYR grills, and a full-service catering arm (Emmenpark Catering) for events ranging from 30 to 1,000+ guests. The company also offers seasonal themed experiences such as LapplandSpass winter group dining.

Product overview

Emmenpark AG operates a diversified hospitality portfolio centered around restaurants, event venues, and catering services in the Solothurn region of Switzerland. The company manages a portfolio of complementary offerings: three restaurants (RiverPark, 1881 Kantine, Fleur de Soleure), four event venues (KARGO68, Sagi Oberwil, Maxililian, Grüne Halle), a mobile BBQ catering service (Grillör), full-service catering, LapplandSpass seasonal group dining experience, and seasonal events like Beats & Flames and Open Waggon. The company also publishes the AMÜSBUSCH lifestyle magazine. Founded in 1991, the company emphasizes culinary passion, sustainable practices, and inclusive employment through its iPunkt label.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• AMÜSBUSCH: Gluschtigmachermagazin (culinary magazine) of Emmenpark AG, published periodically (e.g., Ausgabe 7 from September 2025, Ausgabe 6 from August 2023).
• LapplandDorf
• 1881 Waggon

Products and services

• 1881 Kantine Restaurant, grill, and lounge venue at the Aare river in Luterbach offering à la carte dining and casual counter service with an industrial-chic atmosphere. Open to walk-in diners and reservations.
• RiverPark PopUp restaurant with a grill & chill concept at the Aare river in Zuchwil. Open year-round in a green setting on the former TC Widi tennis court.
• Fleur de Soleure Riverside bistro at the Aare river offering indoor plant-filled atmosphere with outdoor riverside seating. Services include casual dining, take-away, business meetings, and SUP stopover in summer.
• KARGO68 Event venue under construction from 68 recycled shipping containers in a four-story building. Will include offices, restaurants, event hall, and rooftop area. Opening scheduled for autumn 2026.
• Sagi Oberwil Event location for festive celebrations with charming house style. Suitable for weddings, private events, and corporate gatherings.
• Maxililian Unique event location in Solothurn with 'Lili' (the barn) and 'Max' (the tent). Offers summer brunch, Sunday brunch, and wedding celebrations.
• Grüne Halle

Quantifiable outcome

• Swiss Location Award 2025: 1881 Waggon scored 9.3 points (HERAUSRAGEND), Sagi Oberwil scored 9.2 points (HERAUSRAGEND), La Chapelle scored 9.0 points (HERAUSRAGEND), Maxililian scored 8.9 points (AUSGEZEICHNET)
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Openair SolothurncoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 August 2026Emmenpark AG serves as official sponsor and catering partner for Openair Solothurn festival (August 6-16, 2026). They provide complete culinary experiences for VIP guests featuring artists including Lo & Leduc, Baschi, Morcheeba, and Xavier Rudd. The partnership enables Emmenpark to showcase their premium catering capabilities at a major regional cultural event while supporting the festival's VIP experience.
• e-gumacoreTechnology or Integratione-guma provides the online shop and ticketing platform for Emmenpark AG's event tickets and gift vouchers. The partnership enables digital sales of event tickets, gift certificates, and reservation management through an integrated e-commerce solution.
• Outdoor SolothurnminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFounded in June 2020 with the purpose of enriching the Aare river between Solothurn and Luterbach with SUPs and canoes. Complements the riverside dining and event concepts of Emmenpark AG locations along the Aare.
• OFYRcoreTechnology or IntegrationOFYR provides the signature grill equipment used for Emmenpark's BBQ events including Beats & Flames, Grillör mobile catering, and LapplandSpass. The OFYR tabl'O and fire rings are a key differentiator for their grilling concepts across all venues.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves15 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• SV Group: One of Switzerland's largest hospitality groups, operating staff restaurants, hotels, catering, and event venues across Switzerland. Directly comparable to Emmenpark's multi-venue gastronomy-plus-events model at significantly larger scale.
• ZFV (Zürcher Frauenverein): Swiss non-profit hospitality operator running restaurants, cafés, catering, and event venues across German-speaking Switzerland. Closely comparable business model combining multi-format dining, off-premise catering, and event services.
• Bindella AG: Swiss family-owned Italian restaurant group operating multiple restaurants and event venues across Switzerland. Directly comparable as a multi-venue, full-service Swiss restaurant operator with event capabilities.
• Marché Restaurants (Mövenpick Marché): Swiss-born international restaurant and event-catering concept offering full-service restaurants and event locations. Comparable as a multi-venue restaurant + catering operator with a Swiss heritage.

Broad incumbents

• Aramark: Global food service and event hospitality operator with Swiss presence. Comparable on catering and event-services delivery but serves a much broader customer base than a regional Swiss group.
• Delaware North: Global hospitality and food service company specializing in sports, entertainment, and event venues. Comparable on the events-and-hospitality intersection, particularly the festival catering partnership Emmenpark holds with Openair Solothurn.
• Centerplate: North American hospitality provider for sports and entertainment venues, comparable in the events-catering space Emmenpark occupies with festival and corporate event partnerships. Operates at significantly larger scale.
• Compass Group: Global contract foodservice and hospitality provider operating in Switzerland. Overlaps with Emmenpark's catering and venue-services scope but at much larger scale and broader industry focus.
• Sodexo Live!: Specialized division of Sodexo focused on event, leisure, and venue hospitality. Comparable on event catering and venue services but operates globally across major stadiums, festivals, and convention venues.
• Mövenpick Restaurants: Swiss-origin international hotel and restaurant brand offering dining and event hospitality at broader scale. Comparable on premium Swiss hospitality positioning, though it operates as part of a much wider hospitality portfolio.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Instagraminstagram.com/emmenparkag
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/emmenpark-ag

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Subsidiaries10 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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