Chapter 1: Enter the Legend
The History of Bella Tola
Founded in 1859 by the Pont family, the Hôtel Bella Tola still holds some of those authentic treasures today, such as the Salon Vallet, featuring wood paneling, historic parquet flooring and a ceiling painted by Raphaël Ritz. The private collection of etchings by the painter Ed Vallet makes this place a must-visit destination.
The Salon 1900 (historical dining room) adorned with a ceiling decorated with plaster roses, still preserves its exquisite atmosphere from the past.
Dr. Roland Flückiger-Seiler is the author of various works on the fascinating history of hospitality in Switzerland. More information can be found at: historischehotels.ch