Epochs in the history of ETH Zurich

ETH Zurich has had an eventful past. A look back at the university’s history illustrates its successful transformation into an institute of technology and reveals a piece of Swiss contemporary history.

Main Building at ETH Zurich in the 19th century
The Main Building at ETH Zurich in the 19th century…
ETH Zurich Hönggerberg campus
...and the H?nggerberg campus as it looks today

A detailed look at the epochs in the history of ETH Zurich

The contents shown here were drawn up as part of the “ETHistory 1855-2005” project. The project website, an online exhibition set up by the Institute of History at ETH Zurich, offers a great deal of additional information on the history of ETH Zurich and allows users to go on a virtual journey through time, exploring 150 years of university history.
www.ethistory.ethz.ch