Reopening of Switzerland’s largest pharmacy
The reopening of the newly renovated Amavita Bahnhof Apotheke was a special moment for the team. The approximately 1,500 customers a day will also feel comfortable in the newly designed premises.
When around 30 journalists are shown a pharmacy, it must be a very special one. In fact, the Amavita Apotheke in Zurich's main station is the largest pharmacy in Switzerland in terms of floor space! No wonder the reopening of this vibrant location attracted media interest. For three years, the around 100-strong team worked in a temporary building while the premises in the historic south wing of Zurich's main station were renovated and redesigned. The flagship pharmacy has been shining in new splendour since the beginning of November 2023. It now has 16 cash registers, three consultation rooms, a medication robot as well as a laboratory and analysis area. Clearly marked zones with different product categories help customers to find their way around. The reopening of the Amavita Bahnhof Apotheke means greater convenience not only for customers, but also for employees. The years at the temporary site were challenging at times and the anticipation of returning was great – even if around 60,000 products had to be organised first!
Impressive facts and figures about the Amavita Bahnhof Apotheke:
- Open 365 days a year, from 7 a.m. through to midnight
- Over 700 m2 on two floors
- Around 1,500 customers per day
- Approx. 70,000 medicines/products in the range
- Health services such as vaccinations, AllergyCheck (AllergieCheck), CardioTest (HerzCheck), SkinCheck (HautCheck), blood tests
- More than 10,000 documents and clarifications per year
- Around 100 employees who can provide advice in a total of 23 languages