FAQ

FAQ

DER MEILENSTEIN

What is DER MEILENSTEIN in Langenthal?
DER MEILENSTEIN in Langenthal combines a 4-star superior hotel with restaurants, seminars, events and unique experience worlds on one site. This allows accommodation, events, dining and accompanying programmes to be combined.
Where is DER MEILENSTEIN located?
DER MEILENSTEIN is located in Langenthal in the canton of Bern in Switzerland.
What makes DER MEILENSTEIN special?
Its uniqueness lies in combining different worlds on one site: hotel, restaurants, seminar rooms, event spaces and experience worlds can be used individually or combined into a single programme.
Who is DER MEILENSTEIN suitable for?
DER MEILENSTEIN is suitable for hotel guests, business travellers, companies, event organisers, seminar groups, teams, families, groups and private guests.
Can I visit DER MEILENSTEIN without attending an event?
Yes. The hotel and dining venues can be used independently of a seminar or event.

EVENT PLANNING

Can I hold corporate events at DER MEILENSTEIN?
Yes. DER MEILENSTEIN offers rooms and experience worlds for a range of corporate events, client functions, seminars, workshops, team events and special corporate occasions.
Do I need to know which room I want to book?
No. It is sufficient to provide the occasion, date, number of participants and initial wishes. The Event Match helps combine suitable rooms, experience worlds, dining and, if required, hotel accommodation.
How do I plan an event at DER MEILENSTEIN?
The Event Match first asks for details such as the occasion, date, number of participants and desired components. Based on this information, suitable options can be compiled and then reviewed by the events team.
Is my event enquiry already a binding reservation?
No. The enquiry initially serves to check availability, set‑up and requested services. A binding reservation is only created after confirmation.
Can I plan a full-day event at one location?
Yes. A programme can, for example, combine arrival, seminar, breakout sessions, lunch, a further workshop, an experience, aperitif, dinner and an overnight stay.
Can different rooms be used during an event?
Yes. An event can include several areas, for example a plenary session, breakout rooms, dining and an experience world.
Can an experience world be just one part of my event?
Yes. An experience world can be used as a reception area, breakout session, team activity, aperitif, dinner setting or event finale.
Can I combine a seminar, dining and an experience?
Yes. This combination is a central advantage of DER MEILENSTEIN. A seminar can, for example, be combined with lunch, an experience, an aperitif and dinner.
Can I plan an event over several days?
Yes. With the hotel located on-site, multi-day events with seminars, dining, experiences and accommodation can be arranged.
Can I specify a budget for my event?
Yes. A budget range helps to assemble suitable and economically sensible options.
What does the events team need for an initial enquiry?
Particularly helpful are the occasion, date, number of participants, time frame, desired atmosphere, dining requirements, accommodation needs and special requests.
Does my event need to be fully planned?
No. A suitable programme can be developed together from an initial idea.

SMALL EVENTS

Is DER MEILENSTEIN suitable for small events?
Yes. In addition to large event spaces, there are various smaller rooms, private dining rooms, lounges and experience areas.
Is DER MEILENSTEIN suitable for 8 to 15 people?
Yes. Small groups can, for example, combine a meeting, dining and a special experience. Which location is suitable depends on the desired programme.
What can you do with about 10 people at the Meilenstein?
A possible programme might include a meeting, lunch, an experience or breakout and a shared dinner. The exact combination is planned to suit the group.
I only have 20 participants. Do I therefore have to use a traditional seminar room?
No. Depending on technology, seating and the desired atmosphere, characterful smaller locations or experience worlds may also be suitable.
Can I plan only a corporate dinner or a small client evening?
Yes. An event does not have to be a full-day programme. Dinner, a client evening, an aperitif or small discussion groups can also be requested.
Are there options for confidential conversations or smaller executive rounds?
Yes. Smaller lounge, private dining and meeting formats can be suitable for that.

TEAM EVENTS & TEAMBUILDING

What is the difference between a team event and team building?
A team event primarily creates a shared experience. Professional team development or team building usually pursues concrete goals such as improved collaboration, communication, trust or role clarification. DER MEILENSTEIN provides the appropriate spatial and experience-oriented setting. If targeted team development is desired, it should be clarified whether additional facilitation, training or coaching is needed.
Does a shared experience automatically make a team better?
No. A shared experience can foster conversation, closeness and shared memories. It does not replace professional team development when specific conflicts or collaboration issues need to be addressed.
What should I decide first for a team event: the activity or the goal?
First clarify the goal of the team event. Only then decide which activity or experience world fits that goal.
Which team events are possible at the Meilenstein?
Depending on the goal, active, playful, culinary or communicative formats can be chosen. For example, Boxenstop, Kiddy Dome and other experience worlds can be included as programme elements.
Can I combine a workshop with a team event?
Yes. A possible programme could be a morning workshop, lunch, an additional work block, a team experience and a shared dinner.
Why can an experience be useful after a seminar?
Switching from a formal working situation to a different environment changes group dynamics. Informal conversations, shared experiences and new encounters can arise more easily.
Does a team event have to be sporting?
No. A team event can also consist of shared dining, special event settings, culinary experiences, an aperitif or a deliberate change of location.
What suits teams with different age groups?
Choose an activity that allows as many participants as possible to be meaningfully involved. Physical demands, group dynamics and the desired intensity should be considered during planning.
What if individual employees do not want to participate in an activity?
An event can be arranged so that, alongside an activity, dining, lounge areas or other experience modules are available. The specific solution depends on the format.
Can a team event last only two or three hours?
Yes. An experience module can also be only part of a larger day programme.
Can a team event be combined with an overnight stay?
Yes. As the hotel is on site, you can stay overnight at the Meilenstein immediately after the shared evening.
Is bowling automatically team building?
No. Bowling can promote fun, competition and informal encounters. Whether it constitutes targeted team building depends on the goal and how it is integrated into the overall event day.
Can the Kiddy Dome be used by adults and teams?
Yes. The unusual setting can be interesting for teams. Movement, play and shared experiences can provide a deliberate contrast to the normal work environment.
Is an experience suitable for leadership teams?
Yes. Smaller leadership teams can also benefit from a deliberate change from the classic meeting room. Depending on the goal, conversation, culinary experience or a shared activity can be the focus.
Are client events planned differently than employee events?
Yes. Client events often emphasise hospitality, brand impact and impression. Employee events may prioritise community, recognition and informal encounters.

SEMINARS & WORKSHOPS

Can seminars be held at the Meilenstein?
Yes. DER MEILENSTEIN offers a range of rooms for meetings, workshops, training, seminars and other business formats.
Are there different seminar rooms available?
Yes. The CAMPUS WORLD comprises a variety of rooms and configurations to suit different group sizes and requirements.
Are breakout options available?
Yes. Depending on the event, conventional rooms or other areas can be used as breakout spaces.
Can a seminar and an evening event take place at the same location?
Yes. After the seminar, an experience world, an aperitif, the restaurant or a dinner can be incorporated into the rest of the day.
Are different seating arrangements available?
Yes. Available seating arrangements depend on the room. The specific options are shown on each room's page.
Is presentation equipment available?
Depending on the seminar room, different presentation equipment is available. The exact specification is given on the respective room detail page.
Are seminar packages available?
Yes. We offer various seminar packages including room, technical equipment and catering. The specific package depends on the desired programme for the day.
Is room rental included in seminar packages?
With current pricing, room rental is included in seminar packages for groups of 10 or more. For smaller groups, room rental is charged separately.

EXPERIENCE WORLDS

Which experience worlds are available at DER MEILENSTEIN?
The experience worlds include: RACING WORLD, MEILENSTEIN OCEAN WORLD, Boxenstop, CAMPUS WORLD, Meilenstein Event Deck, Aura Skybar, DAS CHALET, Alpenstübli, Cigar Lounge, Executive Lounge, Pferdesport & EventCenter Schweiz, Kiddy Dome.
What is the RACING WORLD?
The RACING WORLD pairs historic race and Formula 1 cars with an extraordinary backdrop for corporate and client events, as well as special occasions.
What is the MEILENSTEIN OCEAN WORLD?
The MEILENSTEIN OCEAN WORLD is an extraordinary water world with large aquariums and can be used as a setting for corporate events, dinners, receptions and presentations.
What is the Meilenstein Event Deck?
The Meilenstein Event Deck is a large, flexible event space for corporate events, presentations, congresses, dinners and bespoke productions.
Can the Aura Skybar be used for events?
Yes. The Aura Skybar is particularly suited to aperitifs, networking, client events and for closing an event.
What is DAS CHALET?
DAS CHALET is a standalone seminar and event location with Swiss character. It can be used for seminars, corporate events, dinners and evening get-togethers.
What is the Alpenstübli?
The Alpenstübli is an independent Swiss event and dining venue in conjunction with the X1291, particularly suited to groups, corporate dinners and evening get-togethers.
Are the Cigar Lounge and Executive Lounge the same?
No. The Cigar Lounge is an independent, small premium venue. The Executive Lounge is smaller and is particularly suited as a breakout, meeting, retreat or after-dinner space.
What is the Pferdesport & EventCenter Schweiz?
The Pferdesport & EventCenter Schweiz broadens the experience worlds with a standalone, spacious event venue for special event formats located a short distance from the Meilenstein.
Is the Pferdesport & EventCenter Schweiz located directly at the Meilenstein?
No. The venue is a short distance from the Meilenstein and can be integrated into a shared event programme.
What is the Kiddy Dome?
The Kiddy Dome is an additional experience world for families, corporate family days and special team events.
Is the Kiddy Dome located directly at the Meilenstein?
No. The Kiddy Dome is located a short distance from the Meilenstein.
Does an experience world have to host the entire event?
No. Experience worlds can also be used for individual programme elements such as a reception, a breakout, a team activity, an aperitif or the closing.
Which experience world is suitable for a special client event?
It depends on group size, desired atmosphere and event objectives. RACING WORLD, MEILENSTEIN OCEAN WORLD, Aura Skybar, Event Deck and other experience worlds each offer very different backdrops.

FOOD & DINING

Which restaurants are at DER MEILENSTEIN?
DER MEILENSTEIN offers three distinct culinary worlds: Piazza (Italian‑inspired cuisine), X1291 (Swiss cuisine) and Boxenstop (American food).
Can I visit the restaurants without an event?
Yes. For a regular restaurant visit you can reserve a table directly.
What does the Piazza offer?
The Piazza offers Italian‑inspired cuisine for lunch, dinner and groups.
What does the X1291 offer?
The X1291 features Swiss cuisine for lunch, dinner, corporate meals and groups.
What does the Boxenstop offer gastronomically?
The Boxenstop offers American food in a relaxed atmosphere.
Can dining be integrated directly into my event?
Yes. Lunch, dinner, aperitifs and other dining elements can be incorporated into the event programme.
How do I easily reserve a table?
On the respective restaurant page, 'Reserve table' links to the standard restaurant booking.
I'm planning a corporate meal. Should I reserve a regular table?
If the meal is part of a corporate occasion or a larger group event, you should use the Event Match.
Can a dinner be the finale of my event?
Yes. A shared dinner can be planned as the final programme item of a seminar, corporate event or team event.

HOTEL & ACCOMMODATION

Does DER MEILENSTEIN have its own hotel?
Yes. DER MEILENSTEIN has a 4‑star superior hotel with 85 double rooms on site.
Which room categories are available?
The hotel offers Business, Comfort and Premium rooms. Guests also have access to the fitness centre.
Can I stay at DER MEILENSTEIN directly after my event?
Yes. The hotel is located on site and can be included in the event planning.
Can I request rooms for my event?
Yes. The required number of rooms can be specified directly in the event enquiry.
Can I book a hotel room independently of an event?
Yes. Hotel rooms can be booked independently of an event directly via the hotel booking.

ARRIVAL & LOGISTICS

Are there parking spaces at DER MEILENSTEIN?
Yes. Around 500 free parking spaces are available on site.
Is Langenthal suitable for events with guests from different regions?
Yes. Langenthal is conveniently located for guests from various Swiss regions. In addition, the combination of hotel, dining and event facilities at one location reduces the need to change venues.
Are all experience worlds located directly in the main building?
No. Individual experience worlds such as the Pferdesport & EventCenter Schweiz and the Kiddy Dome are a short distance away.
Is a transfer to externally located experience worlds automatically included?
No. Whether and how a transfer is needed or organised depends on the specific event programme and is clarified during planning.

PROFESSIONAL EVENT PLANNING

Should I combine as many experience worlds as possible for my event?
No. Each location should have a clear function in the event programme. A good event needs variety and surprise, but also calm and enough time for each programme item.
Can an event day be deliberately staged?
Yes. A possible flow is: Arrival → Work → Change of space → Experience → Food → joint wrap-up.
Which location should I choose if the room itself should make an impression?
Experience worlds are particularly suitable where the backdrop itself becomes part of the event. Which location fits best depends on the target audience, brand, occasion and group size.
How much programme should a team day include?
That depends on the day's objective. Work phases, experiences, meals, conversations and free time should be sensibly balanced. An overly packed schedule is not necessarily a better event.
Should every participant do the same activity at a team event?
Not necessarily. Different physical abilities, interests and comfort zones should be taken into account when planning.
Is every experience world suitable for every group?
No. Group size, seating, mobility, desired intensity and the event's objective must be appropriate for the chosen location.
Are all stated capacities the same regardless of setup?
No. The possible number of people always depends on the location, seating arrangement and event format.
Can every desired programme item be guaranteed?
No. Availability, capacity, technical, safety and organisational requirements must be checked before booking.
Does a team event guarantee better collaboration?
No. Shared experiences can encourage interaction, relationships and shared memories. Sustainable team development, however, may require additional professional facilitation, coaching or training.

What are you planning?

Tell us the occasion, date and number of participants. Our team will find the right combination.