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Zurich’s Café Solino fights loneliness with 35 years of community warmth

A simple café is rewriting the story of urban isolation. Here, strangers become friends—and no one leaves feeling alone.

The picture is taken in a subway cafe where we can see number of tables,chairs and sofas. There are...
The picture is taken in a subway cafe where we can see number of tables,chairs and sofas. There are nearly four people, at last of the picture one person is wearing a cap behind him there are windows and posters. The right corner of the picture there is one table. There are lights and cc cameras in the cafe, in the middle of the hall there is one wall, on it is written subway cafe.

Zurich’s Café Solino fights loneliness with 35 years of community warmth

For 35 years, Café Solino in Zurich has offered a warm refuge from loneliness. Open every weekend, the café provides a space where people can chat, share stories, and feel part of a community. Supported by the city of Zurich and the Solino Foundation, it serves as a social hub for those seeking connections.

Located at Aemtlerstrasse 43a in District 3, the café opens its doors every Saturday and Sunday from 2 to 8 p.m. Guests are welcomed into a relaxed setting where no purchase is needed—though non-alcoholic drinks are available at low prices. The atmosphere feels like one big family, according to both volunteers and regulars.

Café Solino continues to thrive as a place where loneliness can briefly disappear. With its welcoming environment and dedicated volunteers, it remains a vital weekend destination for connections. The café’s long-standing presence in Zurich highlights its importance in fostering community spirit.

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