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An airplane seat in Hoch-Ybrig

07
October
2026
| 15:34 Europe/Amsterdam
  • Christening of the first Edelweiss Airbus A320neo named «Hoch-Ybrig» on April 22, 2026
  • Edelweiss benches in the shape of an airplane seat were inaugurated in Hoch-Ybrig as a symbol of partnership.
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New Edelweiss Airbus A350 cabin: First flights bookable now

16
September
2026
| 10:00 Europe/Amsterdam
  • The first flights with the new cabin to Kilimanjaro, Zanzibar, Windhoek and Halifax are now bookable
  • Significantly more comfort in all travel classes and a new offering in Edelweiss Premium …
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Edelweiss Hub: The new world of experiences for travel inspiration at Zurich Airport

25
August
2026
| 15:30 Europe/Amsterdam
  • At the Edelweiss Hub, guests can find inspiration for their next flight and discover the diversity of the Edelweiss world
  • Edelweiss' digital experience brings travel, holiday destinations and innovations to life
  • Ceremonial …
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Edelweiss offers additional flights for autumn, holidays and sports holidays

20
August
2026
| 15:00 Europe/Amsterdam
  • Additional capacity for popular autumn destinations in the Mediterranean and the Canary Islands
  • More flights to Cape Town and to dream destinations in the Indian Ocean
  • Additional connections to Finnish Lapland during the winter holidays
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Bernd Bauer hands over the lead of Edelweiss to Edi Wolfensberger

31
July
2026
| 12:00 Europe/Amsterdam
  • Edi Wolfensberger is to take over as Head of Edelweiss on 1 October 2026
  • Bernd Bauer is leaving Edelweiss after twelve successful years as CEO
  • With Edi Wolfensberger, the Lufthansa Group is putting its trust in an experienced …
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Edelweiss continues to expand Its winter offerings

02
July
2026
| 10:00 Europe/Amsterdam
  • More flights and longer seasons to Scandinavia
  • Additional services to Malé and Colombo during the high season
  • More capacity on popular holiday routes in winter 2026/27
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Edelweiss launches service to the Greek island of Kefalonia

08
June
2026
| 08:00 Europe/Amsterdam
  • Edelweiss celebrates its inaugural flight from Zurich to Kefalonia with 149 passengers on board an Airbus A320
  • The Greek island impresses with dream beaches, authentic flair and ideal opportunities for island …
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Edelweiss begins non-stop flights to Windhoek

01
June
2026
| 12:13 Europe/Amsterdam
  • CEO Bernd Bauer opened the new route together with crew and guests at Zurich Airport.
  • The new service will be operated with the Airbus A350 and will be offered up to three times a week until the end of …
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