The Casa della Letteratura in Lugano is a vibrant meeting place for literature, culture, and creativity in the Italian-speaking part of Switzerland. In the historic Villa Saroli, readings, workshops, writing sessions, and events regularly take place, bringing together authors, translators, and literature enthusiasts. Discover the diverse program and let yourself be inspired.
The Casa della Letteratura is an important place for literature and cultural exchange in the Italian-speaking Switzerland. Located in Lugano, it sees itself as an open house for authors, translators, and anyone interested in literature. With its diverse program, it makes literature visible and promotes dialogue between languages, regions, and cultures.
The annual program includes readings, discussions, writing workshops, translation projects, and thematic events. Contemporary literary voices as well as social and cultural issues are at the forefront. The Casa della Letteratura creates space for encounters between writers and the audience and enables easy access to literature in various forms. A particular focus is on multilingualism and translation. As a literary institution in Ticino, the Casa della Letteratura significantly contributes to the exchange between the language regions of Switzerland. International and local voices meet here and enrich the literary landscape.
Through its commitment, the Casa della Letteratura makes an important contribution to the cultural diversity of Switzerland. It is a lively meeting point for exchange, inspiration, and new perspectives, anchoring literature as an integral part of cultural life in Ticino.
The Swiss Book Voucher is actively involved in promoting the book trade and literature. Every year, we support numerous events and projects that celebrate the diversity and importance of reading. Here you will find a selection of our support projects that help to keep the world of books alive and spread the joy of reading.
