Our history

150 years of expertise in nutrition, health and wellness

The world has changed a lot since Henri Nestlé and the Page brothers laid the foundations of our company in 1866. Yet our mission to improve lives remains the same.

Today, we're drawing on over 150 years of expertise to enhance quality of life for everyone. Not just now but for generations to come. We want to create more enjoyment. To bring better health. To make good nutrition accessible and affordable. And we want to do it all while protecting the planet that we call home.

Time travel through the Nestlé history
Come with us on a journey from our foundations in 1866 through to the present day. Discover where the Nestlé Group started, how we evolved – and where we are now.
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Experience our virtual museum tour
Take a digital tour of our Nest Museum and watch almost two centuries of our company's history unfold.
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