Zoos & Animals

Sika deer, mouflon and Syrian brown bear: at Goldau Zoo, young explorers can observe their favorite animals close up.

On the Beaver Trail along the Rhine, young explorers can find out all about these industrious animals.

At the Bruderhaus Wildlife Park near Winterthur, adventurers follow the trail of wild animals such as wolves and lynxes.

Lama trekking in Zurich’s wine-growing region is a memorable experience for people of all ages.

From the canalized and diverted river to its diverse floodplain, the revitalized Thurauen offers a rich habitat for protected species and relaxation for nature-lovers.

There is plenty to explore and experience outside the city, too: the Bächlihof in Rapperswil-Jona is the perfect place for a great day out with all the family.

Knie’s Children’s Zoo belongs to Switzerland’s tradition-steeped Knie Circus, and is a popular meeting place for animal lovers of all ages.

On the banks of Lake Zurich, you can find the Zurich aviary and bird sanctuary on the Mythenquai. Here you can admire a wide range of birds.

Wolfs etc. – Explore the wild animals of Switzerland at the Langenberg wildlife park, west of Lake Zurich.

The Uznach stork colony contains around 30 storks, which can be observed live and up close

Home to more than 365 animal species, Zurich Zoo is a must for all animal lovers. It shows the incredible diversity of wildlife within a small area.

Not only fruit and vegetables grow on the Juckerhof – it's a place of adventure for families to enjoy.

Braunwald is located at 4,120ft (1,256m) altitude and is the ideal starting point for exploring the mountain world.