No future without tradition | roviva 275 years

Without tradition no future

It was in 1748 that Johannes Roth founded his small, innovative horsehair spinning mill in Wangen an der Aare. Under the simplest of conditions, he processed horsehair into upholstery material for mattresses and seating. He and the following generations have done pioneering work in the field of sleep over the past 275 years. They never stopped tinkering and constantly developed new, innovative sleep systems for perfect sleep enjoyment. Today, more than ever, we are committed to healthy sleep. We look forward to continuing our good-night story with you...

Anniversary blogs

Read the roviva story in our 3-part blog series and immerse yourself in 275 years of craftsmanship in the heart of Switzerland.

Tradition obliges innovation - Anniversary blog part 1

What is now an internationally successful Swiss manufacturer of mattresses and bedding in Wangen an der Aare began not quite 300 years ago. In our three-part anniversary blog, we look at how the then 33-year-old Johannes Roth founded a horsehair spinning mill in the tranquil town of Wangen an der Aare in 1748 and what became of it. To begin with, we stay in the present, despite all the historical significance and sense of tradition.

Louis XV and the mattresses from Oberaargau - Anniversary blog part 2

roviva would not be where it is today if the company did not have its history. For in 275 years, constant change and further development have determined the company. This is how a horsehair spinning mill, where people toiled by hand, became an innovative company - including a major fire and a new start 45 years ago. But let's take it one step at a time: You can find out more in the second part of our anniversary blog.

Committed to good and healthy sleep - Anniversary blog part 3

Good quality materials and careful workmanship are crucial for good mattresses and sleep systems. You don't want to end up like the fairytale princess on the pea... You can find more information on this topic in our third and final part of the anniversary blog series.

275 years in 275 seconds

roviva celebrates its 275th anniversary. In this video, we recount the most important milestones of the 275-year history in 275 seconds. Experience the horsehair spinning mill, the horsehair & pig bristle finishing mill, the horsehair yarn spinning mill, the moulded hair production & polyurethane moulded foaming mill, the beginnings of mattress production, the change and orientation towards modern times as well as the manufactory today.