Fredi Winkler: A Biographical Sketch

In 1973 Fredi Winkler and his wife Beate went to Israel because Fredi was directing the construction of Beth Shalom’s new guest house. In October 1975 the building project was completed. Since its dedication Fredi Winkler and his wife are managing the Hotel Beth-Shalom. One of Fredi’s manifold tasks is leading tour groups through Israel. In 1991 he decided to attend the course for tour guides in Israel, and in 1992 he received the diploma as a licensed tour guide.

During the last years the demand for group tours has continued to rise. For instance, in 2009 Beth Shalom organized as many as 15 tours through Israel. Meanwhile Fredi Winkler has help from his son Ariel who also is a licensed tour guide.

From 1974 through 1990 Fredi and Beate Winkler were blessed with nine children. With the exception of the two youngest ones all of them have started their own families. Fredi and Beate Winkler already have 16 grandchildren.