History
History – from "Schiff" to the de’ Medici and back.
The building of the Schiffli in Rapperswil is located in the historic core of Rapperswil’s old town, which has been the heart of the city for centuries. With the renovation, we gave the house a revitalizing makeover—much like a ship that is carefully restored and set back onto the water. From the outside, it proudly shows its history. Inside, it surprises with modern comfort and a touch of maritime lightness.
1610
The first mention in a property record belonging to Siegfried Domeisen and Robert Walcher dates back to 1610. Heinrich Müller, a baker by profession, is the earliest known owner of the house. There is mention of fish production and fishing rights.
1610
The first mention in a property record belonging to Siegfried Domeisen and Robert Walcher dates back to 1610. Heinrich Müller, a baker by profession, is the earliest known owner of the house. There is mention of fish production and fishing rights.
1638
After the death of Heinrich Müller, the house passed to Anton Müller. He likely used the house as both a residence and a property holding.
1638
After the death of Heinrich Müller, the house passed to Anton Müller. He likely used the house as both a residence and a property holding.
1690 - 1714
Shared co-ownership between Heinrich Winiger and Heinrich Wäber, among others. Long-standing disputes and legal conflicts arise due to a baking oven (bakery) and the associated fire risk.
1690 - 1714
Shared co-ownership between Heinrich Winiger and Heinrich Wäber, among others. Long-standing disputes and legal conflicts arise due to a baking oven (bakery) and the associated fire risk.
1771
Anna Maria Brägger-Fuchs is mentioned for the first time as the sole owner of the entire house. The future is female!
1771
Anna Maria Brägger-Fuchs is mentioned for the first time as the sole owner of the entire house. The future is female!
1856
Transfer to Franz Oswald. Renovation and official registration as the inn “Zum Schiff” with a hall.
1856
Transfer to Franz Oswald. Renovation and official registration as the inn “Zum Schiff” with a hall.
1887
Sale to Silvan Rogenmoser, an innkeeper, who ventures into building a new dance hall.
1887
Sale to Silvan Rogenmoser, an innkeeper, who ventures into building a new dance hall.
1962
Transfer to H. Weidmann AG and use as a restaurant or canteen.
1962
Transfer to H. Weidmann AG and use as a restaurant or canteen.
1989
Acquisition by Josef Ferrari, a furniture entrepreneur, along with a change of use and renaming to “Pizzeria de Medici.” In the Haus zum Schiff, baking resumed for the first time again, building on its history.
1989
Acquisition by Josef Ferrari, a furniture entrepreneur, along with a change of use and renaming to “Pizzeria de Medici.” In the Haus zum Schiff, baking resumed for the first time again, building on its history.
2023
With Seevogt AG, a group of locally rooted investors from Rapperswil-Jona takes over the building, and a renovation project begins to create modern, urban serviced apartments. As part of this, the building’s technical systems are brought up to the latest standards, and the building is refreshed and strengthened.
2023
With Seevogt AG, a group of locally rooted investors from Rapperswil-Jona takes over the building, and a renovation project begins to create modern, urban serviced apartments. As part of this, the building’s technical systems are brought up to the latest standards, and the building is refreshed and strengthened.
