Hauenstein Hotels has been a proud sponsor of this unique event since 2022, the year in which the Thun Water Magic celebrated its premiere. We are delighted to support this extraordinary highlight again this year as an official partner. The Thun Water Magic was the first water show of its kind in Switzerland - until then, such impressive spectacles could only be admired in neighboring countries. As a sponsor, we are proud to contribute to the realization of this spectacular show and to make the Thun Water Magic an annual highlight.

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What is the Thun Water Magic?

The Thun Water Magic is a unique event that innovatively combines water fountains, light installations and background music to create an unforgettable experience. As the first show of its kind in Switzerland, it has thrilled thousands of visitors since its debut in 2022. The Aare basin in Thun's old town becomes an impressive stage for two alternating shows that take place every day, whatever the weather. One show is "Quer dür d'Schwiiz" - a visual journey through the diverse landscapes and cultures of Switzerland, while the other is "Cinéfantastik" - an imaginative show that combines the magic of cinema with fascinating water effects.

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The music

An elementary part of the Thun Water Magic is the music. The music is cut and mastered over weeks of studio work and the underlying concept is developed. Captivating and inspiring pieces of music from classical, rock, pop and local songs cast a spell over the audience. Behind this is time-consuming research and elaborate fine-tuning to ensure that the elements of the show and the music form a symbiosis that makes the Thun Water Magic an unforgettable experience.

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The light

Colored beams of light - generated by spotlights, lasers and moving-head spotlights - highlight the water and give the production a glittering effect that creates an unforgettable moment with great emotion. A laser show combines modern technology with natural elements by displaying laser images and animations in the water.

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The water

Water is the main component of every show. The nozzle systems are supplied by submersible pumps and the water is sprayed into the sky with different fountains to match the music. Using high-performance pumps, the water reaches a height of up to 30 meters. In the evening, the water serves as a projection surface for lights, lasers and video projections. For the Thun Water Magic, 12 million liters of water from the Aare are used and returned without loss.

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Shows and times

The shows are free and open to the public. From September 27 to October 27, 2024, you can experience one of the two unique shows every day:

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Monday to Tuesday:

7.30 p.m.: "Quer dür d'Schwiiz"

21.15: "Cinéfantastik"

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Wednesday to Sunday

7.30 p.m.: "Cinéfantastik"

21.15h: "Quer dür d'Schwiiz"

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Each show lasts around 30 minutes and is presented against the impressive backdrop of the Aare basin in Thun's old town - an unforgettable experience for the whole family and for visitors of all ages.

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Who is behind the Thun Water Magic?

Jürg Werren from Cosmos Event GmbH in Thun is the initiator and responsible for the production of the Thun Water Magic. The Austrian company Consortium Eventtechnik GmbH from Vienna, which has over 20 years of experience with water shows, is behind the technology of the water magic.

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Sustainability

The Thun Water Magic has distinctive ecologically sustainable basic requirements. One hundred percent of the water required for the water fountains - 12 million liters - is pumped from the Aare on site. One hundred percent of the water sprayed upwards by the pumps is collected again by the Aare and returned to the river without any losses or changes in quality. ‍Theelectricity required for the Thun Water Magic comes from the Thun Aare plant. One hundred percent of Thun's AAREstrom is generated using water from the River Aare and is certified with the naturemade star! label. The electricity for the Thun Water Magic is produced_CO2-free and supports the "naturemade" promotion model for new renewable energies. In terms of energy consumption, we are very economical thanks to state-of-the-art LED technology. Our water pumps, lighting and music system are only in operation for 40 minutes a day. The electricity requirement of 4000 kWh over 30 days and 70 shows is therefore very low.

Consumption is less than 50 Wh per spectator. This corresponds to less than 30 minutes of television with a 55-inch screen.

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Our role as a sponsor

We have been enthusiastic since the first edition in 2022. It is very important for us to support this cultural and innovative event. The Thun Water Magic symbolizes values that are also important to us: Innovation, creativity and community. With our partnership, we not only want to strengthen the region, but also contribute to ensuring that every visitor can experience magical moments and create unforgettable memories.

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Impressions of the Thun Water Magic 2023

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