Glarus goods - tradition meets innovation
Glarus – small, rugged, authentic. This is where products with character are created, which not only taste good but also tell stories. Anyone who has ever bitten into a Glarus pastry or tried the legendary Schabziger cheese knows that this is what home-made food with a conscience tastes like. The Glarus spirit of invention is also evident in the workshops and weaving mills – the famous Glarus fabrics have long been a cult product. And while elsewhere there is still debate, Glarus simply gets on with things: modern, sustainable, innovative. This is how ideas and products are created that shine out into the world from the valley – typical Glarus: down-to-earth, self-confident and with a touch of mischief.
Specialities
Even before 1893, Elmer water was known for its effects – later, Elmer Citro made the place famous throughout Switzerland. The Adler brewery has been synonymous with cult beer for over 150 years, and the Glarus Alpine bitter Fleur brings traditional herbal enjoyment to the glass.
Glarus specialities are genuine originals: Kalberwurst is still made with bread, and Schabziger has been protected since 1462. Classics such as Biräbrot and Glarus pastry show how culinary tradition with a spirit of invention can be created from simple ingredients.
Recipes
In Glarus, good food has a history – and character. Whether it’s the famous Glarus Ziger, delicious mountain cheese dishes, sweet pastries or hearty home-cooked meals: here, people cook what has brought them joy for generations. Many recipes come directly from the mountains, passed down from family to family – honest, simple and full of flavour. Discover traditional classics and modern interpretations that show how versatile Glarus cuisine is. This is what Glarus tastes like: authentic, down-to-earth and with a hint of mountain air.
Crafts & Textiles
In Glarus, traditional craftsmanship meets modern design – the result is products with character. The iconic Glarus scarf, once a staple of everyday life, is now a popular accessory and a symbol of regional identity. Craftsmen such as horgenglarus have been producing furniture ‘handcrafted in Switzerland’ since 1880, while wood, slate and snowboard manufacturers show how innovation and tradition come together. When you buy Glarus products, you are not just getting quality – you are also getting real stories, provenance and craftsmanship with soul.
Glarnerland Shops
Whether souvenirs, gourmet products or artisanal crafts – the Glarnerland Shops bring the best of the region under one roof. Here you will find handmade specialities, traditional textiles, original gift ideas and genuine Glarus classics, all made with love and care. Each shop has its own story to tell – of regional creativity, sustainable thinking and genuine passion for detail. So you don’t just take a product home with you, but a piece of the Glarus way of life.
Industrial espionage in Glarus
Glarus companies are opening their production and service facilities exclusively to participants in the ‘Industrial Espionage’ event, providing a glimpse behind the scenes.
Be there in person and gain insider knowledge.
