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Historical Former Swiss Military Bunker

Historical Former Swiss Military Bunker
Listing ID
L#20250970
Target Price
Fr. 12,500,000
Revenue
Fr. 1,150,000
EBITDA
Fr. 900,000

Description

An extraordinary opportunity to acquire a piece of Swiss history and engineering marvel. This decommissioned military bunker, affectionately referred to by some as an "Alpine Stronghold" of the former "Schweizer Armee" (Swiss Army), offers unparalleled privacy, security, and a truly unique living or storage experience.

Nestled deep within the impregnable rock of the Swiss Alps, this multi-level underground facility was meticulously constructed to withstand the most extreme conditions. Designed for strategic defense, its robust construction features thick concrete walls, reinforced steel blast doors, and sophisticated internal systems.

Key Features & Potential

Exceptional Security

Built to military specifications, offering unparalleled protection from external threats, natural disasters, and the elements.

Vast Underground Space

Comprising multiple chambers, corridors, and levels, ideal for a variety of uses limited only by imagination (e.g., secure storage, data center, private vault, unique dwelling, art gallery, wine cellar, survival shelter).

Self-Sufficient Potential

Equipped with provisions for independent power generation (e.g., generator rooms), water purification (if system still intact), and air filtration, allowing for off-grid living or operation. (Note: Current operational status of these systems would need to be verified).

Privacy & Seclusion

Hidden deep within the mountains, offering ultimate discretion and a retreat from the outside world.

Historical Significance

A tangible piece of Switzerland's Cold War-era defense strategy, representing a bygone era of strategic preparedness.

Versatile Conversion Potential

While currently in its original military configuration, the vast internal space lends itself to creative conversion projects, subject to local planning and building regulations.

Current Condition

The bunker's structural integrity remains excellent. Internal systems (e.g., electrical, plumbing, ventilation) may require inspection, upgrade, or complete refurbishment depending on their age and original design. Sold "as is."

Ideal For

  • High-net-worth individuals seeking ultimate security and privacy.
  • Collectors of unique real estate.
  • Entrepreneurs seeking highly secure data storage or archive facilities.
  • Survivalists or preppers.
  • Individuals or groups interested in a one-of-a-kind conversion project.
  • Server / Data Center
  • Gold Deposit
  • Luxury Cars Deposit

Keypoints

Object and Location

High-security operational property located at CLASSIFIED

Owner and Principal

XXXXXXXXX AG.

Property Characteristics

  • Plot area: 3,621 m² in an agricultural zone.
  • Total rentable area: 2,300 m².
  • Year of construction: 1980 (originally built for the Swiss Army).
  • Condition: Average maintenance condition, with parking spaces for trucks and cars and good transport links.
  • Third-party usability: Limited.
Building Use Breakdown

  • Safety area: 1,750 m² (76% of area; contributes 92% of target rental income).
  • Building infrastructure: 250 m² (11%).
  • Entrance area: 150 m² (7%).
  • Storage space / archive: 150 m² (7%).
Valuation Figures

  • Market Value: CHF 12,500,000 (rounded; based on income capitalization/DCF approach; excludes specific operating equipment such as safes).
  • Continuation Value (Going Concern): CHF 14,100,000 (rounded).
  • Net Asset Value (Real Value): CHF 14,050,000.
  • New Building Value: CHF 13,513,000.
  • Building Insurance Value (GVB): CHF 5,900,000.
  • Fair Value (DCF Value): CHF 12,540,000 (CHF 5,452 per m²).
  • Static Yield Value: CHF 12,380,000.
Financial and Yield Metrics

  • Budgeted / Target rental income: CHF 1,150,000.
  • Discount rate: 5.25%.
  • Capitalization rate (residual value): 5.25%.
  • Operation and maintenance cost per rentable area: CHF 59/m².
  • Gross yield (target rental income): 9.19% (beginning) / 9.40% (exit).
  • Net yield (target rental income): -9.05% (beginning) / 7.64% (exit).

Basic Details

Listing ID
L#20250970
Country
Switzerland
Industry
Hotels & Real Estate
Deal Status
Available
Target Price
Fr. 12,500,000
Revenue
Fr. 1,150,000
EBITDA
Fr. 900,000
Revenue Multiple
10.87x
EBITDA Multiple
13.89x

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