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Batticuore
This online store offers gravel bikes and suitable accessories for both novice and experienced bikepackers.
Online store
Focus on bikepacking
Gravel bikes for rent or purchase
Professional advice
Shopping
Fashion & Accessoires
paradis collections
Timeless elegance and exclusive design near Zurich’s Bahnhofstrasse.
Top-quality fabrics
Timeless design
Made-to-measure pieces
Sport
Swimming
Hallenbad City
Built in the Landistil architectural style, the public indoor swimming pool in the city center impresses with its high glass façades and its 50-meter (164ft) pool, which was the first in Switzerland.
50m pool with five lanes
Barrier-free access with pool lift
Historical Landistil architecture
In-house sports hall
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Shopping
Watches & Jewelry
Tudor Boutique Bucherer
The watch brand from Western Switzerland offers a wide range of fine luxury watches.
First Tudor Boutique in Switzerland
Fine watchmaking
Expert advice
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Shopping
Food & Delicacy
Buonvini Wine Store
Discover exquisite Italian wines and gourmet products in Zurich’s Old Town.
Quality wines since 1970
Small, first-class champagne producers
Culinary delicacies
Customized events
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Sport
Walks
Werd Island
A classic walk that everyone in Zurich knows is the idyllic riverside path from the main station to Werd Island.
Leisurely walk
Along the banks of the Limmat
Restaurants along the way
Shopping
Fashion & Accessoires
BOOSTER Boutique
British street style meets vintage classics in the heart of Zurich's Old Town.
Secondhand Vintage Corner
Styles from the 1920s to the 1990s
In Zurich’s Old Town
Bars & Lounges
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Culture
Movie
Frame - Cinema & Bar
Modern design, an inviting atmosphere, and specially selected cinematic highlights make the Frame a favorite meeting place for movie fans.
Close to Zurich Main Station
Between Langstrasse and Europaallee
Eye-catching architecture
Wide variety of movies
Great bar
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Shopping
Christmas Market
Heiliger Bimbam! – Christmas Market
A creative Christmas market where art, design, and sustainable gift ideas come together in an urban setting.
Creative Christmas market
In Hall 550
During four days
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Shopping
Fashion & Accessoires
Muntagnard
Simple, elegant design and sustainable materials characterize the clothes of this fashion label.
Swiss fashion label
Sustainable clothing
High-quality materials
Boutique on Europaallee
Functional clothing for sports enthusiasts
Sport
Walks
Hikes
Nature
Hops Beer Trail
Enjoy discovering the Swiss “hop mountains”.
Beer trail with 5 stations
Taste 5 hoppy beers
Enjoy a 3-course menu
Gastronomy
Restaurants
Cuisine
Coffee Houses & Tea Rooms
Coffee
Cakes
Tea
Shopping
Food & Delicacy
Bäckerei Jung Central
At this bakery, which catches the eye with its simple interior design, the focus is on a large selection of breads and other delicacies.
Traditional bakery
Zurich specialties
Elegant and simple interior design
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Shopping
Shopping Mall
Department store
Coop City Zürich St. Annahof
The Coop retail company, which is active all over Switzerland, operates a department store in a prestigious location on Bahnhofstrasse in Zurich.
On Bahnhofstrasse
With a “cheese hut”
In-house restaurant
Shopping
Food & Delicacy
Intercomestibles, der Laden
The Zurich beverage trading company, Inter Comestibles AG, operates a store in the Kreis 4 district, stocking a wide selection of regional and international beverages.
Over 500 beers from all over the world
Creatively designed store windows
Regular tastings
Sport
Swimming
Wellness
Bleiche Bad
A short time-out at this wellness oasis promotes general well-being and long-lasting relaxation.
Bath with sauna and steam bath
Beauty and massage treatments
Located on a former industrial site
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Attractions
Vantage Points
Nature
Mountains
Jungfraujoch with the Zürich Card
With the Zürich Card, guests benefit from 15% discount on the amazing mountain adventure to the Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe.
Pay less to travel up to the Jungfraujoch
Day trip into the Swiss mountains
3,454 m (11,332 ft) above sea level
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Shopping
Fashion & Accessoires
ByAdushka
Bold colors, unique styles, and intricate designs are the distinguishing features of ByAdushka fashion.
Sustainable and fair-trade fashion
Bold colors
In Zurich’s Old Town
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Wellness
Ladies Only Wellness Alma Hotel
In the heart of Zurich’s Seefeld quarter lies the Alma Hotel, with a wellness area exclusively for women.
Wellness exclusively for women
Finnish sauna, steam bath, massages
In the Seefeld district by Lake Zurich
Shopping
Christmas Market
Winterthur Winter Market
This winter wonderland in the picturesque city of Winterthur offers magical moments, a myriad of colorful lights, and delicious food.
With a fondue chalet
Various food stands and bars
Over 70 market stalls
Ice Skating
Ice Skating Rink on Lake Zurich
Zurich’s most romantic ice skating rink is located in the grounds of the Romantik Seehotel Sonne on the shores of Lake Zurich.
Enchanting Ice Skating Rink
On the shores of Lake Zurich.
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Shopping
Christmas Market
Zürcher Weihnachtsallee
A place full of indulgence, discoveries, and encounters in Europaallee, directly next to Zurich Main Station.
On Europaallee near the Main Station
Around 80 changing stallholders
Fondue chalet
Culture
Art
Tableau Zurich
Tableau Zurich is an open-air art gallery that is accessible by the public 365 days a year.
Public art gallery
2 exhibitions per year
At Stadelhofen Train Station
Tours & Excursions
Sport
Hikes
Alpine Panorama Trail Unterägeri – Zug
Experience Switzerland as if it were straight out of a promotional video: this is possible on the route between Unterägeri and Zug.
Travel time from Zurich Main Station: 59 min.
Start: Unterägeri town center
Finish: Zug, Old Town
Length: 12.7 km (8 miles)
Duration: 3.20 hours
Difference in elevation: 560 m (1,837 ft)
Level of difficulty: easy
Physical fitness: medium
Meal
Breakfast
Shopping
Food & Delicacy
John Baker Bahnhofstrasse
A trendy bakery with delicious wares and a clear-cut philosophy.
Bakery with cult status
Take-out specialties
Top-quality bread made with own yeast culture
Shopping
Watches & Jewelry
Koenig Jewellery
Here, exquisite pieces of jewelry are created according to the highest standards of the jeweler’s art. The family business with its own manufactory in the Graubünden mountains is currently in the hands of the third generation.
Family business since 1985
High and fine jewelry
Near Paradeplatz
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Attractions
Works of Art
Urban Art at Zurich Airport
Three artworks, three styles by three Swiss artists: now decorating the underground passage between Airport Shopping and the Circle.
Street Art Artworks
Zurich Airport
Three artists
Sport
Hikes
Skiing/Snowboarding
Tobogganing
Snowshoe Trekking
Nature
Mountains
Pizol
The varied ski area on the Pizol attracts with a wide range of winter activities.
50 kilometers of slopes
12 lifts
Riderpark for the freestyle community
Sunrise skiing
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Shopping
Watches & Jewelry
AGUAdeORO
Whether engagement or wedding rings, or diamond jewelry for the ears or the neck, AGUAdeORO offers luxury jewelry that is of the highest quality and ethically sourced.
Family-run jewelry store
Ethically sourced raw materials
Certified suppliers
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Sport
Zurich Urban Kayak
Kayaking in the heart of Zurich: Thanks to Neklan, a real Kayak enthusiast, visitors get to experience Zurich from the water in the summer.
City Sights Kayak Tour
Paddle through Zurich
Memorable experience
Products
Made in Zurich
Shopping
Swissness
Souvenirs & Gifts
DrechselWerk
The manufacturer of unique home accessories made from domestic wood.
Home décor
Stylish living
In Zurich’s Old Town
Bespoke work
Sport
Skiing/Snowboarding
Tobogganing
Snowshoe Trekking
Cross-Country Skiing
Mountains
Flumserberg in Winter
The winter sports resort not far from Zurich attracts sports enthusiasts with its 65 varied kilometers of slopes.
65 km (40.5 miles) of slopes
16 lifts
Family-friendly adventure slope
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Products
Made in Zurich
Shopping
Mootes
At Mootes, discerning men will find an extensive selection of high-quality grooming and natural care products.
Close to Zurich Main Station
Care products for men
100% natural own label
Wellness
Sauna Boat
Work up a sweat in the sauna and jump directly into the lake to cool off – an amazing Zurich experience.
Experience Zurich from a new perspective
Cool off with a jump into Lake Zurich
4 hours of relaxation for 2 to 6 people
No skipper’s license necessary
Wellness
ReFIVE Spa
Escape everyday life and take some time out to relax: this is possible at the ReFIVE Spa at the FIVE Zurich hotel.
Various massages
Steam bath, whirlpool
Sauna area
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Tourist Information
Tourist Information
Visitors can get insider tips and information about city tours, excursions, and much more at the Tourist Information at Zurich Main Station.
At Zurich Main Station
Competent advice
Many insider tips
Shopping
Fashion & Accessoires
Mammut Store
Everything to do with hiking, skiing, mountaineering, or climbing is on sale at Mammut.
Very close to Zurich Main Station
The go-to brand for outdoor activities
Clothing, footwear, accessories
Shopping
Fashion & Accessoires
collab zürich
Local and sustainable is of prime importance at collab zürich.
Local products
Fashion, home accessories, and more
Several locations in Zurich
Sport
Motor Boat Hire
White Pearl Cruises
Private cruises on Lake Zurich – for individuals or corporate events on board classic motor yachts and boats.
Deluxe yacht charters with skipper on Lake Zurich
Customized cruises
Classic motor yachts
Shopping
Fashion & Accessoires
2nd Peak
Here adventurers can find high-quality outdoor clothing and accessories at reasonable prices. And act sustainably, too.
Secondhand outdoor store
Sustainable and attractively priced
All you need for a hiking trip
Shopping
Swissness
Wick Wohnkultur
Beautiful things for the home can be found at Wick Wohnkultur, in the heart of Zurich’s Old Town.
Home accessories
Swiss and international brands
Quality products
Culture
Museums
Cultural History
KMM Kulturzentrum
Music history that delights: at this museum, everything revolves around mechanical musical instruments.
Mechanically-generated music
Numerous musical automata
Organ hall in an impressive setting
Shopping
Fashion & Accessoires
Nook Kids & Teens
High quality, extravagant, but also classic garments for cool kids – in the heart of the Old Town.
Clothing for children aged 2–16 years
Stylish fashion and accessories
Located in the Old Town
Cultural Locale
Culture
Regenbogenhaus Zürich
The meeting place, cultural venue, and contact point for the LGBTQ+ community, as well as for all those who want to engage and exchange ideas.
Centrally located near the Main Station
Open to everyone
Meeting place for LGBTQ+
Attractions
Vantage Points
Sport
Walks
Orelliweg
If you follow this path between the top station of the Rigiblick funicular and Zurich Zoo, you will always have a great view over the city.
View over Lake Zurich
Leisurely path with benches
Links up with Zurich Zoo
Sport
Wellness
Die Stadtoase
This place really lives up to its name: an oasis surrounded by greenery, far away from the hustle and bustle of the city.
Sauna with café
Aikido dojo
Seminar rooms
Huge grassy area for relxing
With summer restaurant, Berg 8044
Winery
Products
Sustainable Production
Rütihof Winery
At the Rütihof winery, the vines are cultivated according to the highest standards of natural viticulture.
Certified according to the FAIR’N GREEN label for sustainable viticulture
Sale of wine directly from the cellar
Wine-tasting events
Attractions
Works of Art
Bronze City Model on Stadthausquai
A model of Zurich that you can touch: directly next to the Stadthaus, both visually impaired and sighted people can feel the city center with their fingers.
City model of Zurich
For both visually impaired and sighted people
Made to be touched
On the banks of the Limmat next to the Stadthaus
Wellness
FORTYSEVEN Thermal Wellness Spa
One of Baden’s absolute highlights is the thermal wellness spa designed by star architect Mario Botta, situated directly on the River Limmat.
Impressive thermal wellness spa in Baden
Designed by star architect Mario Botta
Most mineral-rich thermal water in Switzerland
Comprehensive well-being experience
Attractions
Polybahn
The “Polybähnli” is one of the most legendary modes of transportation in Zurich. The nostalgic little train is not just cute, but also convenient.
In service for over 130 years
Runs from Central to the Polyterrasse
Duration of ride: 100 seconds
Sport
Walks
Hikes
Meilen Adventure Trail
With the siblings, Winnie and Tack, adventurers both big and small embark on a puzzle-solving journey.
Adventure trail with audio story (in Swiss-German)
Puzzles to solve along the way
Free app
Family hike
Products
Made in Zurich
Shopping
Fashion & Accessoires
On
Sports enthusiasts worldwide rely on the innovative products from On, a success story that began in Zurich.
Innovative sportswear and accessories
Available at On Lab on the Hardturm Areal or Och Sport on Bahnhofstrasse
Available at Jelmoli, Och Sport, and at the On Labs Flagship Store
Sport
Mountain Biking
Zugerberg Bike Trail
Awaiting proficient mountain bikers on the Zugerberg is a flow trail, with challenging alternative routes for more advanced riders.
Trail length: 2.1km (1.2 miles)
Difficulty: medium
Fitness level: medium
Altitude difference: 340m (1,115ft)
Sport
Walks
Obersee Adventure Trail
Around the Obersee lake, treasure hunters of all ages can solve puzzles, search, and discover.
Adventure trail around the Obersee
6 hiking stages
3 bicycle routes
Treasure hunt with an explorer backpack
Culture
Museums
Cultural History
Museum Neuthal Textil- und Industriekultur
This museum, housed within the historical walls of a former spinning mill, provides an insight into 200 years of industrialization and the textile industry.
Museum set within historical factory halls
History of 200 years of the textile industry
Weaving machine collection (still working)
Shopping
Swissness
Victorinox Brand Store
The store featuring the most famous pocketknife in the world.
Assemble your own pocketknife
Individual knife assembling
Personalized products
Store with a huge selection of pocketknives and more
Culture
Museums
Art
Lichthalle MAAG
Illuminated and animated art set to music enthralls a broad public in Zürich-West.
Light museum for immersive art
Illuminated and animated works by famous artists
Temporary exhibitions
Two to three productions annually
Shopping
The Circle
Numerous stores, restaurants, several hotels, and a park have transformed the area around the airport into a new quarter in Zurich.
Restaurants and stores
Circle Park
Right beside Zurich Airport
Sport
Bike Tours
Hoch-Ybrig Bike School
The beautiful nature of the Hoch Ybrig recreation area can also be experienced on two wheels.
Kabi Bike Park
Mountain Cableways Tour Mythen Region – Hoch-Ybrig
Bike camp for children
Shopping
Souvenirs & Gifts
Zürich Tourism Gift Vouchers
Surprise your friends or relatives with a Zürich Tourism gift voucher.
Wellness
Mercure Zürich City Rooftop-SPA
At the Mercure Zürich hotel, guests can wind down in the sauna, in the relaxation rooms, or during a massage.
Sauna area
Rooftop terrace
Fitness area with course room
Vitalbar with fresh smoothies
Sport
Hikes
Way of St. James ‒ from Rapperswil to Einsiedeln
On this 17 km (11 mile) route between Rapperswil and Einsiedeln, hikers pass through beautiful landscapes and an important piece of world history.
Travel time from Zurich Main Station: 41 min.
Start: Rapperswil Train Station
Finish: Einsiedeln Abbey
Length: 17 km (11 miles)
Duration: 5 hours
Difference in elevation: 780 meters (2,560 ft)
Level of difficulty: easy
Physical fitness: medium
Shopping
Swissness
Watches & Jewelry
Souvenirs & Gifts
Bellevue-Alp
The Alp in the heart of Zurich’s Old Town is the perfect place to buy souvenirs.
Swiss and Zurich souvenirs
Watches and jewelry
Swiss handicrafts
Electronic articles
Shopping
Fashion & Accessoires
Trunk
Contemporary and classic clothing for the man of the world: that is what customers can find at Trunk Clothiers in Zürich-Seefeld.
Fashionwear for the sophisticated man
In the pretty Seefeld quarter
Monocle Café directly next door
Shopping
Fashion & Accessoires
Visitor Store
The surf shop in the center of Zurich offers everything a surfer could possibly wish for.
Surfboards and surfing articles
Lifestyle products
In the creative quarter on Langstrasse
Shopping
Food & Delicacy
Souvenirs & Gifts
La Flor
The chocolate from La Flor is characterized by its intense flavors, which are created entirely without the use of additives.
Handmade chocolate from Zurich
Amazing flavors
Without additives
Shopping
Fashion & Accessoires
Swissness
Label17
The handbags from Label17 are characterized by their clear-cut, elegant shapes.
Swiss handbags
Concept-Store at the Brotgasse
Exquisite interior design articles
Shopping
Food & Delicacy
Souvenirs & Gifts
Löw Delights
Founded and managed by two sisters, a small team of chocolatières produce modern chocolate creations in Zurich’s Kreis 4 district.
Exquisite chocolate from Zurich
Handmade, vegan pralines and more
Courses available
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Culture
Museums
Child-friendly
Design & Architecture
WOW Museum - Room for Illusions
These rooms full of illusions will leave visitors completely confused at what they are perceiving.
Interactive museum
Near Zurich Main Station
Can be rented as an event location
Shopping
Watches & Jewelry
Heinicke Watches
Renowned Swiss watch brands on Limmatquai since 1937
Watch store
At the foot of the Grossmünster
Located in the heart of the Old Town
Sport
Boda Borg Rümlang
Reality gaming for teenagers and adults can be found in the huge Boda Borg Hall in Rümlang, near Zurich.
Reality gaming
Area covering 3,000 square meters
Team games
Attractions
Churches
Enge Church
Enge Church is already visible from a distance. Visitors entering its dome are treated to a magnificent view over Zurich.
Important church building
Neo-Renaissance style
Architect Alfred Friedrich Bluntschli
Reformed Church
Attractions
Monuments
Sihlfeld Cemetery
The central cemetery is both the largest resting place for the dead and the largest continuous green space in the city.
Large park
Historical tombs and monuments
Graves of well-known personalities
Shopping
Fashion & Accessoires
Diepolder Optik
Diepolder Optik has been making bespoke horn-rimmed glasses for 25 years.
Specializes in horn-rimmed glasses
Bespoke eyewear
Central location near Zurich Main Station
Shopping
Food & Delicacy
Garçoa Chocolate
The award-winning bean-to-bar chocolate from Zurich.
Young manufactory from Zurich
Chocolate Safari
Award-winning chocolate
Bars & Lounges
Sport
Climbing
Freiruum Zug
With a market hall, boulder area, parkour zone, trampoline park, and kids’ corner, the Freiruum is one of the largest concepts for temporary use in Switzerland.
Market hall with gastronomy
Boulder area
Trampoline Park for ages 6 and up
Parkour zone
Free indoor playground
Open 7 days a week
Sport
Ice Skating
Einsiedeln Ice Park
Ice skaters and Bavarian curling fans can engage in their sports in the abbey town of Einsiedeln.
Next to the Einsiedeln Abbey
Five Bavarian curling sheets
Tasty cheese fondue
Place
Culture
Museums
Child-friendly
Lindt Home of Chocolate
A dream for all chocolate fans: near Lake Zurich, Lindt invites visitors to a multimedia experience world.
Chocolate tour
Largest Lindt Chocolate Shop in the world
With café, chocolate courses, and event facilities
Building by Swiss architects, Christ & Gantenbein
Attractions
Archaeological Windows
Archaeological windows provide a glimpse into Zurich’s past.
Historical finds
Free of charge
In several locations in the Old Town
Place
Shopping
Christmas Market
Münsterhof Christmas Market
Under the motto “From Zurich for Zurich”, here visitors can find high- quality, local products from the surrounding stores and boutiques.
Focus on local businesses
Concerts, workshops, readings
Culinary highlights
Attractions
Churches
Parks & Gardens
Cloister (Grossmünster)
An oasis of peace in the heart of the Old Town – the cloister of the Grossmünster is (still) an insider tip.
Oasis of peace and reflection
Garden with historical ornamental plants
Bizarre figures, animal scenes, and gargoyles on columns and arches
Shopping
Fashion & Accessoires
Markant
The clothing manufactory for men creates customized garments in a sustainable way directly in its store.
Handmade clothing for men
Long-lasting favorites
Near Stauffacher
Culture
Stages
Theater
Theater
Theater Hora
The theater with a unique presence and character ‒ thanks to an ensemble consisting entirely of actors with mental disabilities.
Professional theater company
Out-of-the-ordinary theater experience
All actors with mental disabilities
Culture
Galleries
Art
Design & Architecture
Shopping
Placart
The gallery for Original Posters and the artistic oeuvre of the artist, Le Corbusier.
Original Swiss posters
Sale of works by Le Corbusier
Situated close to the Main Station
Culture
Theater
Theater
Close Theater
The name says it all: in Pat Perry’s “magic laboratory”, guests experience magic and mentalism close up.
Magic and mentalism
World champion magician Pat Perry
Exclusive theater in Zürich-West
Sport
Swimming
Seebad Lattenberg
This lido in Stäfa, featuring a sandy beach and an attractive grassy area, invites visitors to relax.
Lakeside bathing facility on Zurich’s “Gold Coast”
Wading pool
Sandy beach
Inflatable water toys
Table tennis, beach volleyball court
Shopping
Fashion & Accessoires
Stefi Talman
Whether shoes, purses, or wallets: the label of the designer of the same name, Stefi Talman, stands for high-quality products.
Swiss leather accessories
Handmade
Zurich originals
Sport
Swimming
Nature
Water
Strandbad Seefeld Lachen
Sunbathe, swim, and enjoy delicious snacks as if you were somewhere by the sea.
Lido on Lake Zurich
With wading pool and playground
With restaurant and kiosk
Sport
Swimming
Nature
Water
Seebad Altendorf
The charming lido with a pebble beach is something of an insider tip on the upper end of Lake Zurich.
Open-air bathing facility on Lake Zurich
With restaurant and kiosk
With wading pool and playground
Place
Attractions
Squares & Streets
Winterthur
Situated to the north of Zurich, Winterthur enthralls with music, art, and culture.
Just 20 minutes from Zurich
High-caliber cultural festivals
Photography and technology museums
Sport
Hikes
Lägern Ridge Hike
This wonderful hike leads from Regensberg near Zurich to Baden.
Travel time from Zurich Main Station: 36 min.
Start: Zurich, Regensberg
Finish: Baden
Length: 11 km (7 miles)
Duration: 3.5 hours
Difference in elevation: 596m (1,955ft)
Level of difficulty: medium
Physical fitness: medium
Sport
Nature
Water
Lake Zug
Switzerland’s ninth largest lake offers an abundance of leisure activities. The choice is yours.
13 lidos around the lake
Scheduled boat services and themed cruises
Vilette Park in Cham as a highlight
Sport
Walks
Swimming
Nature
Water
Türlersee Lake
Small but great - at the Türlersee lake, a day trip feels like a vacation.
Campsite with restaurant
Bathing facility with grassy area and playground
Fishing and boat hire
Nature
Parks & Gardens
Rechberg (Park)
Situated between the Kunsthaus and Zurich University is the well preserved Rechberg park, home to the most beautiful baroque garden in Zurich.
Well preserved baroque garden
Oasis of peace and relaxation
Open to the public
Located between the Kunsthaus and Zurich University
Sport
Flip Lab Riedmatt
A hall full of trampolines guarantees plenty of fun over a 3,000 sq.m. area on 365 days a year – and not only children love jumping through the air.
Near Zurich Airport
Open daily
Covers an area of 3,000 sq.m (32,300 sq.ft)
Sport
Swimming
Freibad Heuried
Swimming, splashing, sunbathing, and having fun: the Freibad Heuried is one of the most popular open-air public baths in Zurich.
Large outdoor pool
50 meter (164ft) swimming pool, non-swimmer’s pool
Children’s area with water play area
Waterslide (132 m/433 ft) and diving tower (1 m/3.3 ft and 3 m/9.8 ft)
Sport
Cross-Country Skiing
Cross-Country Skiing in Bolzberg-Trachslau
The three cross-country ski trails in picturesque surroundings are suitable for proficient skiers, as well as for beginners and children.
10 km (6.2 miles) Trachslau
11 km (6.8 miles) Bolzberg
4 km (2.5 miles) night cross-country ski trail
2 km (1.25 miles) Bolzi adventure trail
Classic and skating styles
Cross-country ski school
Rental and ski service
Sport
Cross-Country Skiing
Cross-Country Skiing in Studen/Unteriberg
This circular track set in the majestic Schwyz mountain landscape demands stamina and technique.
27 km (16 miles) in length
Classic & skate skiing
200 meters (660ft) ascents/descents
Additional loop for extra training
Numerous bends, ideal for technical skiing
Sport
Cross-Country Skiing
Cross-Country Skiing in Rothenthurm
The varied Finnenloipe in the Nordic-looking high valley offers a unique opportunity to enjoy the joys of nature.
20 km (12.4 miles) in length
Classic & skate skiing
Demanding terrain
Varied trail
Several shortcuts
Place
Shopping
Fashion & Accessoires
CIRCLE – The Sustainable Shop
The eco concept store sells fashion, accessories, and products for people favoring a sustainable lifestyle.
Situated in the heart of the Old Town
Sells sustainably and ethically produced items
Competent, friendly service
Culture
Galleries
The Zurich Galleries (Association)
The association represents over 40 of the most renowned galleries in the city of Zurich dealing in contemporary art.
Association of over 40 galleries
Hosts the Zurich Contemporary Art Weekend
City map showing all the gallery locations
Attractions
Architecture
Main Building of the ETH Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Zurich
The main building of the ETH Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Zurich stands on a hill overlooking Zurich’s Old Town.
Architect: Gottfried Semper
Location: central Zurich
Special feature: Polyterrasse with a magnificent view over the Old Town
Special feature: the later dome by Gustav Gull is today the distinguishing feature of the ETH.
Year completed: 1864
Attractions
Architecture
Nature
Parks & Gardens
MFO-Park
In the place where the machine factory, Maschinenfabrik Oerlikon (MFO), once stood, an architecturally fascinating “park hall” bears witness to the past usage of the site.
Architects: Burckhardt+Partner in collaboration with Raderschall
Year completed: 2002
Location: Zürich-Nord
Special Feature: park covered by a latticework steel construction enveloped by climbing plants
Attractions
Architecture
Hunziker Areal
Standing on the site of what used to be the Hunziker cement factory is the fascinating urban development project, Hunziker Areal, which particularly enthralls architecture lovers.
Architects: various, including Müller Sigrist Architekten and pool Architekten
Year completed: 2015
Location: Hunziker Areal in Leutschenbach, Zürich-Nord
Special Feature: living and working cooperative
Culture
Galleries
Galerie Peter Kilchmann
Peter Kilchmann has decisively shaped the Zurich art scene with his motto, “Art must be politically relevant.”
Pioneer of the younger generation of gallerists
Driving force in the Swiss art scene
Gallery next to the Prime Tower
Culture
Galleries
Galerie Hauser & Wirth
The influential couple from the international art scene run a gallery on the site of the former Löwenbräu brewery.
Global mega gallery with Zurich roots
Exhibition rooms on the Löwenbräu- Areal
Founded by Ursula Hauser and Iwan & Manuela Wirth
Culture
Galleries
Galerie Francesca Pia
An infallible eye for quality – Francesca Pia shows established names and emerging newcomers.
Gallery on the Löwenbräu-Areal
Individual or group exhibitions
Swiss & international artists
Culture
Galleries
Galerie Gmurzynska
The Galerie Gmurzynska, founded by Antonina Gmurzynska in 1965 in Cologne, Germany, is one of the most important art galleries worldwide specializing in classic modern art and Russian avant-garde.
Classic modern art and Russian avant-garde
Prime location on Paradeplatz
Culture
Galleries
Galerie Eva Presenhuber
The influential pioneer of the Zurich art scene runs a gallery directly next to the Prime Tower in Zürich-West.
Top art gallery of international repute
Highlight: exhibits by Urs Fischer, Amy Granat and Valentin Carron
Spectacular location in the urban Zürich-West quarter
Swimming
Pedalos
Nature
Lake Ägeri
Over 700 years ago, the lakeshore was the scene of the famous Battle of Morgarten. Today things are rather more peaceful, and you can swim, sail, and fish here undisturbed.
Morgarten Trail
Lido Unterägeri
Adventure boat for children
Culture
Museums
Photography
Photobastei
In the photographic heart of the city, visitors can actively immerse themselves in the theme of photography.
Numerous special exhibitions
Talks and discussions
Bar with over 1,000 photo books
Sport
Tobogganing
Nature
Mountains
Rotenflue-Rätigs Toboggan Run
A paradise for snow lovers of all ages: the Rotenflue-Rätigs toboggan run is just an hour away from Zurich.
4.5 km (2.8 miles) long
500 vertical meters (1,640 ft)
Medium
Toboggan hire available
Food & refreshments on site
Family pass
Culture
Museums
Design & Architecture
Zurich Architecture Center ZAZ Bellerive
The Zurich architecture center, ZAZ Bellerive, invites members of the public to immerse themselves in the themes of urbanism, space, architecture and the environment – and also to put forward their own viewpoints.
Villa Bellerive in Zurich’s Seefeld quarter
Interdisciplinary examination of urbanism, space, architecture and the environment.
Projects with a focus on mediation
Products
Made in Zurich
Shopping
Fashion & Accessoires
Viu Eyewear
The young label, Viu, from Zurich sells eyewear directly to the customer, without intermediary traders. And that with great success.
The eyewear label from Zurich
Flagship store on Grüngasse
Swiss design at fair prices
Shopping
Fashion & Accessoires
EnSoie – Fashion Label with a Family Tradition
Jewelry, ceramics, clothing, accessories. Those who set great store by style are sure to find something to their liking at enSoie.
Fashion and accessories label
Concept store on Strehlgasse
Innovative design, sustainable production
Sport
Swimming
Ice Skating
Heuried Sports Center
At the Heuried sports center, located between Zurich Main Station and the foot of the Uetliberg, sports enthusiasts can find an open-air bathing facility and – in winter – an outdoor ice rink.
Open all year round
Large indoor ice rink and outdoor ice rink
2 minutes’ walk from the tram stop
Ice skate hire possible
Culture
Stages
Literaturhaus
In the charming Literaturhaus in Zurich’s Old Town, culture lovers can enjoy literary events in history-steeped surroundings.
Readings, discussions, and more
Reading room with newspapers and fiction books in various languages
Situated directly on the River Limmat
Winery
Products
Made in Zurich
Diederik Winery
On Zurich’s “Gold Coast”, two young vintners have breathed new life into a tradition-steeped winery.
Winery store (Saturdays only)
Wine tasting
Events
Culture
Movie
Kino Pathé Dietlikon
In the Pathé, situated on the outskirts of the city of Zurich, film enthusiasts can find one of the largest movie theater complexes in Switzerland.
10 multiplex movie theaters
Blockbusters and family films
Excellent picture and sound quality
Culture
Movie
blue Cinemas
Four of the most popular cinemas in Zurich are among Switzerland's largest cinema operators - blue Cinemas.
4 cinemas in Zurich
Central locations
Hollywood blockbusters and family films
Culture
Movie
Filmpodium
The Filmpodium is one of the most attractive movie theaters in the city.
Art theater
Over 350 movies per year
Built in 1949, restored in 2003
Culture
Movie
Arena Cinemas Sihlcity
Movie fans who would like to watch their favorite blockbusters with state-of-the-art technology should be sure to visit the Arena Cinemas at the Sihlcity leisure center.
First 3D LED screen in the world
Screen X: 270° presentation
At the Sihlcity leisure center
Gastronomy and shopping just outside the door
18 movie theaters
Culture
Movie
Kino Xenix
Fans of independent movies should head for the Kino Xenix, in the heart of the Langstrasse quarter.
On the Kanzleiareal
Independent movies
Bar and outdoor area in front of the building
111 seats, including 12 sofas
Sport
Mountain Biking
Hoch-Ybrig Bike Tour
This circular bike tour between Einsiedeln and Hoch-Ybrig requires grit and stamina – but the wonderful panorama makes all the effort worthwhile.
Trail length: T56 km (35 miles)
Altitude difference: 1,800 m (5,900 ft)
Difficulty: medium – difficult
Signalization: Bike Route No. 967
Sport
Swimming
Nature
Seebadi Rapperswil
The “Schlossbadi”, as this lido is also known due to its location at the foot of Rapperswil Castle, is a tranquil and picturesque oasis.
At the foot of Rapperswil Castle
With bistro and bar
Diving platform and floats in the lake
Sport
Walks
Hikes
Nature
Ägeri Valley Panorama Trail
This panorama path covers a distance of almost 18 kilometers (11 miles) and leads from Unterägeri via a hilly stretch to the village of Morgarten.
Travel time from Zurich Main Station: 54 min.
Start: Unterägeri, center
Finish: Morgarten Memorial (by the lake)
Length: 18 km (11 miles)
Duration: 5.5 hours
Difference in elevation: 706 m (2,316 ft)
Level of difficulty: easy
Physical fitness: medium
Attractions
Architecture
Zurich University of the Arts (ZHdK), Toni Campus
The Toni Campus, on the site of an old dairy, has been occupied by Zurich University of the Arts since 2014.
Architects: EM2N
Completed: 2014
Location: Toni Campus, Zurich-West
Feature: Once home to Europe’s largest dairy processing site
Culture
Museums
Cultural History
Attractions
Architecture
Extension to the Swiss National Museum
The Swiss National Museum is a particular highlight for architecture enthusiasts. It is a meeting place for two architectural epochs that could scarcely be more different.
Architects: Christ & Gantenbein
Location: Opposite Zurich main station
Feature: Historicism meets modernity
Completed: 2016
Attractions
Architecture
Student Village, Science City ETH Zurich
This student residence is a real eye-catcher. It is also the first residential complex in Zurich to be built right on campus.
Architects: architektick AG
Completed: 2016
Location: Campus Science City, ETH Zurich
Feature: Three interlocking buildings
Feature: Facade construction with ceramic profile elements
Place
Attractions
Architecture
UB Law, University of Zurich
This architectural masterpiece is located in the heart of the Faculty of Law.
Architect: Santiago Calatrava
Completed: 2004
Location: Faculty of Law, University of Zurich
Feature: Photography – without flash, for private use – is only permitted on the ground floor
Attractions
Architecture
Leutschenbach School
The prize-winning Leutschenbach School stands out for its structural and architectural finesse.
Architect: Christian Kerez
Completed: 2009
Location: Zurich-North, Oerlikon
Feature: All-glass gymnasium on the top story
Attractions
Architecture
K.I.S.S., Badenerstrasse
This building with its playful windows is striking, even from afar. But there’s even more behind them.
Architects: Camenzind Evolution
Completed: 2012
Location: Badenerstrasse, Altstetten
Feature: Irregular windows
Culture
Art
Design & Architecture
“La Boule d’or centenaire” by Dieter Meier
The gold-plated century ball by Dieter Meier, frontman of the Swiss pop band, Yello, is deposited in the ground at Zurich Main Station.
Deposited in the ground in the main concourse at Zurich Main Station since 2008
Protected by reinforced glass
Artwork by Dieter Meier
Culture
Art
Design & Architecture
“Anne-Sophie” by Alex Hanimann
From its position in front of the 25hours hotel in Zürich-West, the chrome steel sculpture by artist Alex Hanimann shines and reflects its surroundings.
Created in 2012 within the framework of an art festival
Sculpture made from chrome steel
Located in the trendy Zürich-West quarter
Culture
Art
Design & Architecture
“Towers” by Los Carpinteros
Situated on Escher-Wyss-Platz, the artwork, “Towers”, by Los Carpinteros pays homage to the former industrial quarter.
Created in 2012 within the framework of an art festival
Monumental, five-part artwork
Made from Swiss stone
Culture
Art
Design & Architecture
“How to Work Better” by Fischli/Weiss
Observant travelers can discover an important artwork by the Zurich artist duo, Fischli/Weiss, painted on the side of a building in Oerlikon.
Painted on an office building in Oerlikon since 1991
Approx. 20 meters (66ft) high and 10 meters (33ft) wide
Clearly visible from the S-Bahn train line between Oerlikon and Zurich Airport
Culture
Art
Design & Architecture
“Y” by Sislej Xhafa
Located in Hardau Park in the western part of Zurich, this installation invites people to ponder on its various meanings.
Installed in 2011
Artwork with various meanings
Located in Hardau Park in Zürich-West
Attractions
Works of Art
Memorial to Hans Künzi by Carsten Höller
A memorial to Hans Künzi, the “Father of the S-Bahn”, is installed at Europaplatz next to Zurich Main Station, honoring his services in an abstract manner.
Completed in 2017
Light installation at Zurich Train Station
400 moving neon circles
Attractions
Works of Art
“Der Gefangene Floh” by Yves Netzhammer
In the ewz power substation in the industrial quarter of Oerlikon, a huge perceptual labyrinth provides insights into a subterranean world.
Completed in 2015
Installation comprising mirrors, drawings, and light
Symbiosis of art, technology, and architecture
Sport
Running
10 km Jogging Route in Zurich
Joggers can breathe in clean, fresh forest air on this fabulous woodland jogging trail high above the city.
10 km (approx. 6 mile) nature route
Through woods and over meadows
Jogging high above the rooftops of Zurich
Sport
Running
7 km Jogging Route in Zurich
This running route leads through the former industrial district, now Zurich’s trendy quarter.
7 km (4.3 mile) flat route
Route along the bank of the Limmat
Jogging through Zürich-West
Sport
Running
4 km Jogging Route in Zurich
This urban nature running route leads along the lake basin and past many of Zurich’s tourist attractions.
4 km (approx. 2.5 mile) straight route
Route along the lake basin
Jogging in the city center
Sport
Swimming
Nature
Water
Freibad Allenmoos
In Oerlikon, a large park with several swimming pools invites guests to relax and have fun.
Large park area
Slide and diving tower
50-meter (164ft) swimming pool
Restaurant and changing rooms
Sport
Swimming
Nature
Water
Freibad Letzigraben
The open-air public bath designed by writer and architect Max Frisch treats guests to three swimming pools and a beautiful park.
Extensive park
50 meter (164ft) swimming pool, sports pool, and wave pool
Barbecue sites
Restaurant and changing rooms
Sport
Climbing
Golf
Wellness
Milandia
The sports and adventure park operated by the Swiss retail company, Migros, is a popular excursion destination for families, sports enthusiasts, and people seeking relaxation.
Fitness center with courses
Climbing hall
Golf course and tennis courts
Varied gastronomy
Natural pool
Sauna, spa, and massages
Seminar rooms and events
Football and padel pitches
Shopping
Food & Delicacy
Sprüngli, Zurich Main Station
Lovers of the exquisite Sprüngli delicacies can find no fewer than four stores at Zurich Main Station.
Several branches at Zurich Main Station
Broad product range
Luxemburgerli, truffles, and more
Shopping
Food & Delicacy
Sprüngli, Stadelhoferplatz
The popular Sprüngli classics, such as Luxemburgerli, truffles, and Bircher muesli, are also on sale at Sechseläutenplatz.
Between Sechseläutenplatz and Stadelhofen Train Station
Broad product range
Luxemburgerli, truffles, and more
Shopping
Fashion & Accessoires
Watches & Jewelry
Fata Morgana
The store on Limmatquai inspires with its extravagant and imaginative jewelry.
Flamboyant one-off pieces
Located directly on Limmatquai
Beautiful store
Sport
Surfing
Urbansurf Zurich
Surfing in the middle of the city? Thanks to this unique outdoor surfing facility in Zürich-West, novice and professional surfers alike can dream a little of Hawaii.
Endless wave
Professional surf instructors
In the heart of urban Zürich-West
Attractions
Monuments
Archaeological Window at the Parkhaus Opéra
The archaeological remains of prehistoric pile dwellings next to Zurich’s Sechseläutenplatz feature on UNESCO’s World Heritage List.
The second oldest preserved wooden door in the world
Short overview of prehistoric pile dwellings
Free “museum” in an underground car park
Shopping
Food & Delicacy
Sprüngli Bahnhof Oerlikon
Those with a sweet tooth can find the classic Sprüngli confectionery in the former train station building in Oerlikon.
At Oerlikon Train Station
Broad selection
Luxemburgerli, truffles, and more
Shopping
Meister 1881 Silver & Table Culture
Situated in the heart of the Old Town is the largest silver store in Switzerland, which can look back on a long tradition.
Near Bahnhofstrasse
Silver specialist store
Tradition-steeped firm
Table Culture specialist store
Culture
Theater
Theater
Salon Theater Herzbaracke
This floating theater is transformed into a truly magical place thanks to its exquisite decor and furnishings and its rare musical instruments.
Floating theater
Different mooring points on Lake Zurich
Music, dance, theater, magic
Music, dance, theater, magic
Culture
Museums
Design & Architecture
Museum für Gestaltung – Ausstellungsstrasse
The main building of the museum for design is just a few minutes’ walk from Zurich Main Station.
Close to Zurich Main Station
Temporary exhibitions and events
In-house café
Outstanding example of Swiss modernist architecture
Culture
Stages
Theater
Theater
Bernhard Theater – a Pleasurable Theater Evening in Zurich
The only place in Zurich that combines theatrical art with culinary culture in a pleasurable way.
From comedy to musicals for children
Food & drink in the theater
Chance to meet the artists
Shopping
Zigarren Dürr – Davidoff Flagship Store
Zurich’s top address for friends of this stylish smoking pleasure.
Premium cigars
Fantastic walk-in humidor
Cigar lounge in a central location
Products
Sustainable Production
Made in Zurich
Shopping
Fashion & Accessoires
Qwstion Store
An inspiring place for sustainable everyday products and contemporary Swiss design.
Contemporary Swiss design
Sustainable products
Trendy label
Shopping
Rampe5 – ZeroWaste Ladencafé
Only buy what you really need and thus avoid waste? That is possible at the Rampe5 store-café.
Zero waste local store
Food and household articles
Café and bar
Bike Hire
Sport
Bike Tours
PubliBike “Züri Velo”
Mount the bicycle and set off on a tour of discovery: with “Züri Velo”, sporty urban explorers can ride through the streets of Zurich on two wheels.
Easy to register
Several docking stations in the city
E-bikes also available
Shopping
Parfumerie Osswald
A magical place in the heart of the city, where the most exquisite fragrances in the world are married together to form new creations.
The finest perfumery in Switzerland
Family-owned since 1921
Many exclusive fragrances
Sport
Cross-Country Skiing
Nature
Mountains
Cross-Country Skiing on the Bachtel
On the Bachtel in the Zürcher Oberland, several cross-country trails invite winter sports enthusiasts to engage in some sporting activity.
25 km (15 miles) of ski trails
Classic & skate skiing
Undulating terrain
Gibswil train station
9 km (5.6 mile) long loop
Sport
Cross-Country Skiing
Nature
Mountains
Cross-Country Skiing on the Pfannenstiel
The longest cross-country ski trail in Canton Zurich extends for an incredible 30 kilometers (19 miles) – albeit providing that there is enough snow.
Longest cross-country ski trail in Canton Zurich
30 km (19 miles) of ski trails
Classic & skate skiing
Undulating terrain
Parking by the Guldenen snack kiosk
Sport
Cross-Country Skiing
Nature
Mountains
Cross-Country Skiing in Flumserberg
In this nearby recreational area – a favorite among Zurich residents ‒ sports lovers can find some 20 km (12.4 miles) of cross-country ski trails set amidst scenery of outstanding beauty.
20 km (12.4 miles) of ski trails
Classic & skate skiing
Undulating terrain
1 skate racing trail
Sport
Cross-Country Skiing
Cross-Country Skiing in Stoos
Cross-country skiing in the small, car-free resort of Stoos at 1,300 meters (4,265ft) above sea level promises an unforgettable experience amidst an enchanting winter landscape.
10 km (6 miles) of ski trails
Classic & skate skiing
Undulating terrain
Sport
Cross-Country Skiing
Nature
Cross-Country Skiing on the Zugerberg
Cross-country ski enthusiasts who like a bit of a challenge can find some undulating trails on Zug’s home mountain, the Zugerberg. And the view of the spectacular Alpine panorama is an additional plus.
27 km (16 miles) of ski trails
1 km (0.6 mile) night trail
Classic & skate skiing
Undulating terrain
Sport
Cross-Country Skiing
Nature
Mountains
Cross-Country Skiing in Einsiedeln
In the Schwedentritt area of in the famous abbey town of Einsiedeln, cross-country skiers can find some 23 kilometers (16 miles) of trails for everyone from beginners to experts.
23 km (14 miles) of ski trails
Classic & skate skiing
Flat terrain
Sport
Tobogganing
Tobogganing at Hoch-Ybrig
From Laucheren summit station, winter sports enthusiasts of all ages can speed down the 2.5 km (1.5 mile) toboggan run into the valley.
2.5 km (1.5 miles) long
493 vertical meters (1,617 ft)
Easy
Toboggan hire available
Food & refreshments nearby
Practical 6-seater chairlift to the start
Sport
Tobogganing
Nature
Tobogganing at Sattel-Hochstuckli
In the picturesque mountain region of Sattel-Hochstuckli, a 3.5 km (2.2 mile) long toboggan run invites snow sports fans to enjoy a thrilling ride on two runners.
3.5 km (2.2 miles) long
400 vertical meters (1,312ft)
Medium
Toboggan hire available
Food & refreshments nearby
Tobogganing at night
Sport
Tobogganing
Tobogganing on the Pilatus
Winter sports fans will be enthralled by this wonderful toboggan run through the woods on the northern spur of the Pilatus.
3 km (1.9 miles) long
390 vertical meters (1,280 ft)
Medium
Toboggan hire available
Foods & refreshments nearby
Practical 6-seater gondola up to the start
Shopping
Christmas Market
City Christmas Market
The City Christmas Market, situated between the Jelmoli and Globus department stores, invites visitors to browse and enjoy.
Very close to Zurich Main Train Station
Conveniently situated between the Jelmoli and Globus department stores
Ideal for taking a break during a Christmas shopping spree
Shopping
Fashion & Accessoires
Souvenirs & Gifts
Kitchener Plus
Kitchener is a real treasure trove for individual styles. Besides fashion wear and accessories, it sells writing utensils and fun gift ideas.
Housed under the viaduct arches
Situated in trendy Zürich-West
Fashion, accessories and more
Shopping
Food & Delicacy
The Urban Food Store “Chäs Chäller”
For all those who want to taste something truly special: At the Urban Food Store, local specialties from small-scale production take food lovers on culinary journeys of discovery.
Wide selection of cheeses
Regional food specialties
Non-food gems
Wellness
Schminkbar
Escape from your hectic everyday life and immerse yourself in a relaxing feel-good zone: in the wellness oases at the Schminkbar, you are guaranteed to experience a transformation, both internally and externally.
Eco-friendly wellness products
Central location
Tranquility for body and mind
Shopping
Watches & Jewelry
Max Affolter Swiss Watches & Jewellery
This boutique in the heart of the Old Town has a large selection of brand-name watches and exquisite jewelry for lovers of fine goods.
Outstanding service
Watches and jewelry
Wide range of brands
Sport
Tobogganing
Nature
Tobogganing on the Chäserrugg
Tobogganing fans and skilled riders can speed round sporty bends and through romantic forest sections on the Chäserrugg, not far from Zurich.
5.9 km (3.6 miles) long
774 vertical meters (2539ft)
Challenging
Toboggan hire available
Food & refreshments nearby
Exclusive night tobogganing on request
Sport
Tobogganing
Nature
Tobogganing on the Rigi
This well-groomed toboggan run extends for 3.1 kilometers (1.9 miles) and 460 vertical meters (1,500 feet) through the enchanting winter landscape on the Rigi, a popular excursion mountain in Central Switzerland.
3.1km (1.9 miles) long
440 vertical meters (1,500ft)
Difficult
Toboggan hire available
Food & refreshments nearby
5 additional toboggan runs
Sport
Tobogganing
Tobogganing on the Titlis
Tobogganing fun is guaranteed on the 3.5km (2.2 mile) run on the famous Titlis mountain, high above Engelberg.
3.5km (2.2 miles) long
250 vertical meters (820ft)
Easy
Toboggan hire available
Food & refreshments nearby
Night tobogganing
Sport
Tobogganing
Nature
Tobogganing on the Zugerberg
Tobogganing is even more enjoyable with a view of the beautiful Lake Zug and the mountains of Central Switzerland – on the Zugerberg, close to Zurich.
2.5km (1.5 miles) long
360 vertical meters (1,200ft)
Challenging
Toboggan hire available
Food & refreshments nearby
Night tobogganing
Sport
Tobogganing
Nature
Tobogganing on the Stoos
Awaiting visitors high above the village of Stoos is not only a fast toboggan run, but also one of Switzerland’s finest mountain panoramas.
2 km (1.25 miles) long
422 vertical meters (1,380ft)
Medium
Toboggan hire available
Food and refreshments nearby
Airboarding
Sport
Tobogganing
Nature
Tobogganing at Atzmännig
In the sports and leisure resort of Atzmännig, there are almost two kilometers (over a mile) of slopes for winter lovers to coast down provided that enough snow has fallen.
1.9 km (1.2 miles) long
360 vertical meters (1,180ft)
Medium to difficult
Toboggan hire available
Food & refreshments nearby
Comfortable chairlift ride to the start
Sport
Tobogganing
Tobogganing on the Flumserberg
Not far from Zurich, an absolute winter sports paradise with a 3km (1.9 mile) toboggan run awaits visitors on the Flumserberg. from Zurich, an absolute winter sports paradise with a 3km (1.9 mile) toboggan run awaits visitors on the Flumserberg.
3km (1.9 miles) long
350 vertical meters (1,150ft)
Easy to challenging
Toboggan hire available
Food & refreshments nearby
Sport
Tobogganing
Nature
Tobogganing on the Bachtel
It is around a one-hour walk to this fast and picturesque toboggan run that awaits visitors on the Bachtel mountain, close to Rapperswil-Jona, when there is enough snow.
3.3 km (2 miles) long
330 vertical meters (1,080ft)
Challenging
Own toboggan required
Food & refreshments nearby
Start can only be reached on foot
Sport
Tobogganing
Nature
Tobogganing on the Hörnli
Anyone prepared to take on a roughly 1.5-hour walk is rewarded with a wonderful 4.5 kilometers (2.7 miles) of tobogganing fun.
4.5 km (2.7 miles) long
430 vertical meters (1,400ft)
Challenging
Toboggan hire available
Food & refreshments at the start
Start can only be reached on foot
Sport
Tobogganing
Nature
Tobogganing on the Uetliberg
The favorite toboggan run of the local residents is located not far from the city on Zurich’s home mountain, the Uetliberg.
3.1km (2 miles) long
330 vertical meters (1,400ft)
Challenging
Food & refreshments nearby
Service phone number for slope conditions
Sport
Ice Skating
Lachen Ice Rink by Lake Zurich
The outdoor ice rink in Lachen, situated directly next to Lake Zurich, offers fun for all the family.
Beautiful location on Lake Zurich
Easy to reach
Food and drink available on location
Wellness
Zurich Massage and Sport Clinic
Whether you’ve been exercising, working, or traveling on business, in Kilchberg you will find the right massage for aching muscles.
Individual massages
Recuperation and relaxation
Bus stop in front of the clinic
Shopping
Watches & Jewelry
Patek Philippe Boutique
The first dealer-run Patek Philippe Boutique in Switzerland is located directly next to Beyer Chronometrie on Bahnhofstrasse, in the very heart of Zurich.
Switzerland’s first dealer-run Patek Philippe Boutique
Situated directly on Bahnhofstrasse
Outstanding portfolio
Sport
Hikes
Nature
Mountains
High Mountain Trail Zürich-Oberland (Chrüzegg–Rapperswil Section)
On this leg of the Zurich Oberland high-Alpine trail, hikers can enjoy very varied scenery.
Travel time from Zurich Main Station: 76 min.
Start: Atzmännig, Schutt
Finish: Rapperswil
Length: 24km (15 miles)
Duration: 7.5 hours
Difference in elevation: 600m (2,000ft)
Level of difficulty: easy
Physical fitness: medium
Sport
Hikes
Nature
High Mountain Trail Schwyz (Sattel–Haggenegg Section)
This section of the Schwyz panorama trail leads right through the Sattel-Hochstuckli region.
Travel time from Zurich Main Station: 54 min.
Start: Sattel-Aegeri
Finish: Haggenegg
Length: 9km (5½ miles)
Duration: 3.5 hours
Difference in elevation: 760m (2,500ft)
Level of difficulty: easy
Physical fitness: easy
Sport
Walks
Hikes
Nature
Rigi Panoramic Trail
This popular panorama path is simply stunning, affording magnificent views of Lake Lucerne and Lake Zug, as well as of the imposing Alps in the distance.
Travel time from Zurich Main Station: 107 min.
Start: Rigi-First
Finish: Rigi, Scheidegg
Length: 7km (4½ miles)
Duration: 2 hours
Difference in elevation: 240m (790ft)
Level of difficulty: easy
Physical fitness: easy
Sport
Hikes
Nature
Crest Hike Stoos
This ridge hike treats walkers to a fascinating view of more than 10 Swiss lakes and countless Alpine peaks.
Travel time from Zurich Main Station: 80 min.
Start: Schwyz, Stoosbahn
Length: 5km (3 miles)
Finish: Stoos, Fronalpstock
Duration: 2.5 hours
Difference in elevation: 400m (1,300ft)
Level of difficulty: medium
Physical fitness: medium
Sport
Hikes
7 Peaks Views Tour
This splendid panoramic tour, which takes in seven mountain peaks and 14 lake views, is suitable for proficient, fit hikers who would like to explore the Alpine region very close to Zurich.
Travel time from Zurich Main Station: 86 min.
Start: Flumserberg, Maschgenkamm
Finish: Flumserberg, Tannenbodenalp
Length:14km (8.5 miles)
Duration: 7 hours
Difference in elevation:600m (1,970ft)
Level of difficulty: medium
Physical fitness: difficult
Sport
Hikes
«7-Egg» Trail Ybrig
A high-Alpine trail with imposing far-reaching views of the high Alps, lakes and valleys.
Travel time from Zurich Main Station: 85 min.
Start: Hoch-Ybrig, Weglosen LWS
Finish: Brunni
Length: 13km (8 miles)
Duration: 4 hours
Difference in elevation: 600m (2,000ft)
Level of difficulty: easy
Physical fitness: medium
Sport
Paradisimo
Der Indoorspielplatz mit Café und spassigen Spielgeräten.
Indoorspielplatz
Café
diverse Spielmöglichkeiten
Sport
Bike Tours
Bike Tour from Limmattal Valley to Schwyz
This bike tour leads in two stages from Zurich’s Limmattal valley into the very heart of primeval Switzerland.
Length: 68km (42 miles) / 2 stages
Level of difficulty: medium
Physical fitness: medium
Sport
Bike Tours
Bike Tour from the Rhine Falls into the Zurich Oberland
This cycling route leads from the thundering Rhine Falls via Winterthur into the Zurich Oberland.
Length: 97km (60 miles) / 2 stages
Level of difficulty: medium
Physical fitness: medium
Sport
Bike Tours
Bike Tour Pilgrimage
The path leads through sparsely populated, highly scenic, hilly terrain with an abundance of forests.
Length: 90km (56 miles) / 2 stages
Level of difficulty: medium
Physical fitness: medium
Sport
Bike Tours
Mountain Biking
Nature
Bike Tour Töss – Jona
From the Tösstal valley, with its meadows, vineyards and witnesses to industrialization in Winterthur, to the beautiful Lake Zurich.
Length: 77km (48 miles) / 2 stages
Level of difficulty: medium
Physical fitness: medium
Sport
Bike Tours
Nature
Bike Tour Glatt Route
This cycling route from Glattfelden, in the north of Zurich, to Rapperswil follows a path along idyllic riverbanks through Zurich’s suburbs.
Length: 64km (40 miles) / 2 stages
Level of difficulty: easy
Physical fitness: easy
Sport
Bike Tours
Bike Tour Rhine – Hirzel – Linth
On this route between Kaiserstuhl and Ziegelbrücke, peaceful valleys and plains alternate with moraine landscapes and lake shores.
Length: 97km (60 miles) / 3 stages
Level of difficulty: medium
Physical fitness: easy
Sport
Bike Tours
Bike Tour Ibergeregg – Sattelegg – Linth
Steep and high, not for weak calves and faltering hearts, the Ibergeregg and Sattelegg are a treat for amateur bikers. In between the two, the charming Sihlsee lake is also easy on the eye for those who like to take things more easy.
Length: 60km (37 miles) / 2 stages
Level of difficulty: medium
Physical fitness: difficult
Sport
Bike Tours
Nature
Bike Tour from Rapperswil to Baden
On this route, sporty biking enthusiasts cycle in two stages past grand country mansions on the shore of Lake Zurich to Baden, the spa metropolis of Northern Switzerland.
Length: 62km (39 miles) / 2 stages
Level of difficulty: medium
Physical fitness: medium
Sport
Inline Skating
Greifensee Skate
The Greifensee Skate is a classic par excellence.
Length: 19km (12 miles)
Level of difficulty: easy
Physical fitness: easy
Sport
Inline Skating
Flughafen-Glatttal Skate
The region around Zurich Airport and in the Zurich lowlands has been superbly developed for skaters.
Length: 49km (30 miles)
Level of difficulty: medium
Physical fitness: medium
Sport
SUP Stand Up Paddling
Nature
Supkultur – Stand Up Paddle School Zurich
Besides various SUP courses, the stand-up paddling school, Supkultur, also rents out boards so that guests can immediately head out onto the lake.
3 rental stations in the city
Basic courses for children and adults
Various boards available
Shopping
Food & Delicacy
Veg and the City
Amateur gardeners and people with green fingers can find a garden center- with-a-difference close to Zurich Main Train Station.
Store on Europaallee
Everything for urban gardeners
Seedlings and seeds
Sport
Walks
Hikes
Nature
Mountains
Hüttchopf
The Hüttchopf offers the best views of the Töss region and the Alpine world of the Zurich Oberland.
Sport
Walks
Hikes
Nature
Mountains
Industrial Trail
The Industrial Trail in the Zurich Oberland explores the history of industrialization in the region.
Total length: 29.4 km (18.3 miles)
Level of difficulty: easy
Physical fitness: difficult
Sport
Walks
Hikes
Nature
Mountains
Wildnisweg Sihlwald
This hike leads through a large, primeval mixed beech forest.
Total length: 6.2 km (3.9 miles)
Level of difficulty: easy
Level of fitness: medium
Attractions
Vantage Points
Sport
Walks
Hikes
Nature
Mountains
Trail Loorenkopf
This trail leads through a ravine with huge boulders up to the Adlisberg, and from there to the residential areas with the most beautiful views in all of Zurich.
Travel time from Zurich Main Station: 25 min.
Start: Zurich, Fällanden
Finish: Zurich, Rigiblick
Length: 9km (5½ miles)
Duration: 2.5 hours
Difference in elevation: 250m (820ft)
Level of difficulty: easy
Physical fitness: easy
Culture
Museums
Child-friendly
Science & Technology
Naturmuseum Wildnispark Zürich
Adventurers embark on an expedition into the past, present and future of the Sihl Forest near Zurich at the nature museum located in the wilderness park of the same name.
Shopping
Swissness
Food & Delicacy
Taucherli
What started as a “Taucherli” – a praline chocolate for dipping in milk – has now developed into a range of exquisite Swiss chocolate bars, drinking chocolate and even chocolate fondue.
Chocolate from Zurich
Bean to bar production
Unique flavors
Drinking chocolate, chocolate fondue, and more
Shopping
Swissness
Food & Delicacy
Konditorei Treichler
It was here that the Zuger Kirschtorte was created over a century ago. Nowadays, this cherry cake is known and loved far beyond the national borders.
Where the famous Zuger Kirschtorte was created
Popular confectioner’s with coffee house
Zuger Kirschtorte Museum
Shopping
Food & Delicacy
Metzgerei Keller
The Metzgerei Keller is a tradition-steeped butcher shop in Zurich’s Wiedikon quarter. The family enterprise was founded in 1934 and is currently run by the third generation.
Popular Zurich butcher’s shop
Be sure to try the “Wiedikerli”
Daily lunch menus to take out
Culture
Museums
Swiss Finance Museum
Anyone who would like to find out how our economic system works or how stock exchange trading originated should be sure to pay a visit to the Swiss Finance Museum in the Zürich-West quarter.
History of the financial market
Multimedia exhibition
Shares and bonds from all over the world
Sport
Running
Green Marathon Zurich
The Zurich marathon for all running enthusiasts – without time pressure and with stunningly beautiful trail sections.
Jogging route through and around the city
Can be tackled in individual sections
43.5 km (27 miles) long in total
Sport
Walks
Hikes
Nature
Mountains
Sattel-Hochstuckli in Summer
Just a short drive from Zurich, the pre-Alpine region of Sattel-Hochstuckli offers plenty of variety for nature lovers.
Mountain region near Zurich
Highlight: Skywalk suspension bridge
Summer toboggan run and hiking trails
Sport
Walks
Hikes
Bike Tours
Mountain Biking
Running
Climbing
Nature
Mountains
Chäserrugg in Summer
On the Chäserrugg, walkers, hikers and anyone seeking peace and quiet can enjoy an unspoilt Alpine world – complete with breathtaking views.
Popular excursion destination near Zurich
Spectacular views
Architecture of the mountain restaurant by Herzog & de Meuron
Shopping
Markets
Weekly Markets in Zug
Various weekly markets are held throughout the year on the Landsgemeindeplatz, in the heart of Zug’s Old Town.
Fresh produce markets
Regional produce
In the Old Town of Zug
Shopping
Markets
Weekly Markets in Winterthur
Two weekly markets, held in the heart of Winterthur’s Old Town, delight lovers of fresh, seasonal produce.
Fresh produce markets
Regional produce
In the Old Town of Winterthur
Shopping
Markets
Weekly Market at Bürkliplatz
One of the most popular markets among Zurich’s residents is without doubt the weekly market at Bürkliplatz – or the “Bürklimäärt” as the locals call it.
Fresh produce market on Lake Zurich
Beautiful market
Regional produce and cut flowers
Shopping
Markets
Weekly Market in Altstetten
Every Saturday, the friendly, traditional weekly market is held on the Lindenplatz, in the western part of the city.
Popular market place in Zürich-West
With weekly market
Saturdays
Culture
Museums
Shopping
Swissness
Food & Delicacy
Chocolarium – The Happiness Factory of Munz and Minor
In the Maestrani world of discovery, visitors learn how happiness gets into chocolate.
Interactive tour with five chocolate fountains
Insight into live production
Sampling expressly desired
Large store
Sport
Walks
Hikes
Bike Tours
Swimming
Inline Skating
Running
Ice Skating
Nature
Water
Pfäffikersee Lake
Traces of the Romans, an adventure farm, and three lidos – there is something for everyone around the Pfäffikersee.
Roman fort at Irgenhausen
Juckerhof adventure farm
Lidos in Auslikon, Pfäffikon, and Seegräben
Sport
Walks
Climbing
Nature
Water
Wägitalersee Lake
The reservoir in the Wägital valley particularly attracts rock climbers, amateur anglers, and jogging enthusiasts.
Rock climbing on the Bockmattli mountain
Fishing and boat hire
Asphalted circular path
Sport
Walks
Hikes
Bike Tours
Swimming
Nature
Water
Sihlsee Lake
Adventure awaits the youngest visitors at the largest reservoir in Switzerland. Meanwhile, the grown-ups can relax on the lakeshore or enjoy a cruise on the lake.
Adventure Days for children
Theme cruises on board a motor vessel
Relaxation and leisure pursuits on the lakeshore
Sport
Walks
Hikes
Swimming
Inline Skating
Running
Nature
Water
Greifensee Lake
A wonderful nature experience for hikers, cyclists, and families who like to be active.
Lakeshore with cycle paths and hiking trails
Picnic sites and bathing areas
Culinary and nostalgic cruises
Sport
Walks
Hikes
Swimming
Running
Nature
Water
Lützelsee Lake
Lake Lützel is located at the transition from Lake Zurich to the Zurich Oberland and, with its moors and small lakes, is one of the most beautiful lakes in the region.
Leisurely circular path from Hombrechtikon
Lido with a diving raft and playground
Snacks and drinks at the Hasel garden restaurant
Shopping
Fashion & Accessoires
Jakob Schlaepfer
For over a century, the firm Jakob Schlaepfer has been producing exclusive and luxurious haute couture, as well as prêt-à-porter fabrics.
Exclusive and exquisite fabrics
Silk, lace, St. Gallen embroidery, and more
In the heart of the city
Sport
Walks
Skiing/Snowboarding
Tobogganing
Cross-Country Skiing
Nature
Mountains
Experience the Zugerberg in Winter
Under an hour away from Zurich, anyone seeking relaxation can enjoy downhill and cross-country skiing, tobogganing and winter hiking on the Zugerberg.
Close to Zurich
Cross-country skiing and tobogganing
Nearby recreation area
Sport
Walks
Hikes
Swimming
Running
Waterskiing/Wakeboarding
Nature
Water
Walensee Lake
The spectacular, contrasting nature makes an excursion to the Walensee lake particularly memorable.
Mediterranean climate on the southern shore
Water sports in the clear water
Numerous hiking paths
Shopping
Fashion & Accessoires
Tasoni
Fashion lovers can find luxurious yet urban clothing at the Tasoni boutique in Zurich, run by the two sisters, Taya and Tary Sawiris.
Luxury boutique
Choice fashionwear
Next to St. Peter’s Church
Place
Attractions
Architecture
Vantage Points
Squares & Streets
Sport
Walks
Cassiopeia Boardwalk
The Cassiopeia boardwalk enables pedestrians and joggers to follow a route all the way along the left bank of Lake Zurich without interruption.
Boardwalk over the water
Directly between the Rote Fabrik and the Wollishofen lido
Relaxation by Lake Zurich
Culture
Museums
Cultural History
Forum of Swiss History
Swiss history and traditions, vividly explained in a prime location in Schwyz.
History of Switzerland
Temporary exhibitions
In the heart of Schwyz
Culture
Museums
Cultural History
Johann Caspar Lavater Collection
The Zurich-born pastor and author was an important figure in the 18th century. Here, interested persons can find out more about his life.
Pictures, books, and objects from Lavater’s life
Famous Zurich personality
Reformist pastor and philosopher
Shopping
Food & Delicacy
Buchmann Beck Rennweg
The craft of baking is celebrated here. A small, cute store on the time-honored Rennweg - direct from the cobblestones into the bread paradise.
Fresh bread daily
Sourdough, spelt, rye, and more
Situated on Rennweg, off Bahnhofstrasse
Culture
Museums
Cultural History
Museum of the Swiss Charters of Confederation
This museum houses an impressive collection of original documents and information exploring the history of the Old Swiss Confederacy.
Historical museum
Tells the history of Switzerland
Original documents relating to Swiss history
Sport
Walks
Hikes
Mountain Biking
Climbing
Nature
Mountains
Mt. Titlis – a Hiking Paradise in Summer
The 3,020m (9,908 ft) high Mt. Titlis is one of the most popular excursion destinations in Central Switzerland.
Hiking paradise above Engelberg
Titlis Rotair 360° revolving cable car
Titlis Cliff Walk suspension bridge
Sport
Skiing/Snowboarding
Tobogganing
Snowshoe Trekking
Ski Touring
Nature
Mountains
Mt. Titlis in Winter
The 3,020m (9,908 ft) high Mt.Titlis is one of the most popular excursion and winter sports destinations in Central Switzerland.
Famous Swiss mountain with glacier
Titlis Rotair 360° revolving cable car
Titlis Cliff Walk suspension bridge
Museums
Child-friendly
Cultural History
Shopping
Food & Delicacy
“Goldapfel” Gingerbread Bakery & Museum
Delicious Einsiedeln specialties from a tradition-steeped establishment: in this store complete with museum, visitors can browse and buy.
Baked “Schafköpfe” cookies
Famous pilgrim’s confectionery
Gingerbread-like specialty from Einsiedeln
Place
Sport
Hikes
Mountain Biking
Climbing
Summer Tobogganing
Nature
Mountains
Mt. Pilatus in Summer
Delight in the view, breathe in the mountain air and engage in one of the many opportunities to be active – spend a great day in Central Switzerland.
Excursion mountain near Lucerne
Wonderful panoramic views
Steepest cog railway in the world
Sport
Tobogganing
Snowshoe Trekking
Nature
Mountains
Mt. Pilatus in Winter
A fantastic panorama, numerous activity options and clean mountain air – it is no wonder that Mt. Pilatus is a popular excursion destination.
Impressive panorama
Tobogganing, bobsledding, and airboarding
Winter hiking trails
Sport
Skiing/Snowboarding
Tobogganing
Snowshoe Trekking
Ice Skating
Cross-Country Skiing
Nature
Mountains
Einsiedeln in Winter
An enchanting winter world surrounding the famous Einsiedeln Abbey offers a host of activities. You will never get bored in this region.
Charming skiing area
Winter hiking
Skating, cross-country skiing, or tobogganing possible
Sport
Walks
Hikes
Bike Tours
Mountain Biking
Swimming
Golf
Sailing
Nature
Mountains
Einsiedeln in Summer
The Einsiedeln region in Canton Schwyz offers enormous variation – with sports, nature, culture and religious places of interest.
Sports and nature experiences
Countless activity options around Lake Sihl
Wonderful views
Sport
Hikes
Mountain Biking
Swimming
Nature
Mountains
Water
Muotatal in Summer
This valley is a ruggedly romantic area of Switzerland, with impressive scenery and actively lived customs. It is well worth exploring.
Ruggedly romantic valley
Nature and hiking paradise
Hölloch cave system
Sport
Swimming
Wellness
Swiss Holiday Park
Bathing, wellness, sports, go-karting, eating – here there are plenty of things to do, whether on a day trip or on a longer vacation.
Adventure pool near Lake Lucerne
White-water canal and slides
Spa treatments
Sport
Swimming
Wellness
Mineralbad & Spa Rigi Kaltbad
Relaxation for the body, a treat for the eyes: here you can recharge your batteries and delight in the sensational panorama.
Baths and spa on Mt. Rigi
Mineral-rich water
Wonderful mountain panorama
Sport
Walks
Hikes
Mountain Biking
Climbing
Nature
Mountains
Stoos-Fronalpstock in Summer
This region offers numerous possibilities for hikers of all ages. But those who do not feel like spending the day walking are also well catered for.
Steepest funicular in the world
Excursion region near Zurich
Magnificent panoramic views
Various hiking trails
Sport
Skiing/Snowboarding
Tobogganing
Snowshoe Trekking
Cross-Country Skiing
Ski Touring
Nature
Mountains
Stoos-Fronalpstock in Winter
A region in Central Switzerland where the enjoyment of nature and the urge to be active can be ideally combined.
Skiing area near Zurich
Wonderful panorama
Winter hiking paths, toboggan runs, and more
Shopping
Food & Delicacy
Souvenirs & Gifts
Berg und Tal Market Store
A grocery shop for people who set great store by sustainability, quality and pure indulgence. This gem in Zurich's Kreis 5 has something for everyone.
Swiss specialties
Local and regional products
In the Viaduct
Shopping
Food & Delicacy
Vergani
Whether in the in-store restaurant in Kreis 3 or on the webshop: this tradition-steeped firm proves its superior status as regards wine and grappa.
Wine store
Specializes in Italian wines
Competent advice
Wine tastings and other events
Hikes
Mountain Biking
Climbing
Nature
Mountains
Rigi in Summer
The enchanting mountain in Central Switzerland is ideal for a day trip: the Rigi offers a host of options for both young and old.
Spectacular panoramic views
Many hiking trails
Beautiful in winter and summer
Picture-postcard Switzerland
Sport
Skiing/Snowboarding
Tobogganing
Snowshoe Trekking
Ice Skating
Wellness
Nature
Mountains
Rigi in Winter
Perfect winter days on one of Switzerland’s most beautiful mountains: it is not without reason that the Rigi is known as the “Queen of the Mountains”.
Above the sea of fog
Winter hiking trails
Tobogganing and skiing
Sport
Skiing/Snowboarding
Tobogganing
Snowshoe Trekking
Cross-Country Skiing
Ski Touring
Nature
Mountains
Mythen in Winter
The Mythen region offers a great many options for visitors of all ages.
Recreation area not far from Zurich
Various winter sports possible
Impressive panorama
Sport
Walks
Hikes
Mountain Biking
Climbing
Nature
Mountains
Mythen in Summer
In the Mythen region, virtually no wish is left unfulfilled.
Impressive mountain panorama
Hiking area near Zurich
Various sports possible
Museums
Cultural History
Fondazione Sasso San Gottardo
People of all ages will be fascinated by this former military fortress – there is so much to see.
Inside the Gotthard mountain
Former military fortress
Historical complex
Shopping
Food & Delicacy
Lindt Chocolate Shop, Kilchberg
Chocolate wherever you look – this shop not far from Zurich’s city borders makes your mouth water.
Largest Lindt store worldwide
Chocolate over an area of 500 square meters
At the Lindt Home of Chocolate
Place
Shopping
Food & Delicacy
Äss-Bar
This is no normal bakery, but a store run by people who want to do their bit to cut down on food wastage.
Movement against food wastage
Yesterday’s left-overs at fair prices
Two locations in Zurich
Shopping
Food & Delicacy
St. Jakob Beck in the Viadukt
The St. Jakob Beck bakery is located in the Viadukt indoor markets and provides hungry customers with bread and sweet culinary delights.
Freshly baked bread and pastries
Sandwiches and canapés
Several branches in Zurich
Sport
Skiing/Snowboarding
Snowshoe Trekking
Ski Touring
Nature
Mountains
Chäserrugg in Winter – For Hiking or Skiing
Hiking, skiing, tobogganing, snowshoe trekking or simply soaking up the sun – everything is possible here.
Recreation area near Zurich
Spectacular view over the Alps and Lake Walen
Skiing, tobogganing, and winter hiking possible
Summit restaurant by architects Herzog & de Meuron
Shopping
Food & Delicacy
John Baker Helvetiaplatz
A trendy bakery with delicious wares and a clear-cut philosophy.
Bakery with cult status
Take-out specialties
Top-quality bread made with own yeast culture
Shopping
Swissness
Souvenirs & Gifts
Souvenirs at the Tourist Information Office
Chocolate, postcards, wooden figures, the legendary Swiss Army Knife and all kinds of other souvenirs can be purchased at the Tourist Information office, centrally located in Zurich’s Main Train Station.
Souvenirs, postcards, magnets
Popular Zurich classics
At Zurich Main Station
Shopping
Swissness
Flagship Store Victorinox
A real piece of Swiss tradition – super sharp and if desired also in a modern design. The Swiss Army Knife and much more are on sale in the store.
Large selection of Swiss Army Knives
World-famous pocket knife
Other Victorinox articles
Culture
Movie
Houdini Kino/Cinema
This movie theater not only enriches the city’s cultural facilities, but is also visually well worth a visit.
Movie theater in the liveliest urban quarter
Carefully curated movie program
With bar and adjacent restaurant
Culture
Movie
Riffraff Kino/Cinema
Movies in their original versions, insider tips and comfortable seats – no wonder this movie theater enjoys cult status.
A movie theater for real movie fans
Focus on independent films
Founded in 1913, renovated in 1998
No intermissions, no popcorn
Attractions
Märlitram
For children, the best way to enjoy Advent is on a trip in the "Märlitram". Angels read their young passengers Christmas stories while the festively decorated streetcar trundles through the city.
Magical streetcar for children only
For children aged between 4 and 9 years
Stories in German
Shopping
Swissness
Souvenirs & Gifts
Swiss National Museum Shop
Swiss products as a souvenir, gift, or to learn or experience – a museum boutique with an extensive range of products.
Creative, cult, and curious items
Swiss handicrafts
Original gifts and souvenirs
Sport
Ice Skating
Farfar Ice Camp Wollerau
Here ice hockey and ice skating fans live out their passion not only in winter, but all year round.
NHL-size ice rink
Indoor and outdoor ice rinks
Ice hockey, figure skating, ice skating, and Bavarian curling
Sport
Walks
Hikes
Amden Marmot Trail – Family Fun on Mattstock
On the marmot trail above Amden, families can discover nature’s secrets with the help of Amdo the marmot.
Educational trail for families
12 activity stations
Circular route
Start/finish at the top station of Mattstock chairlift
Shopping
Food & Delicacy
Teehus Rapperswil
Indian black tea, Chinese green tea, Assam or Oolong: the Teehus in Rapperswil stocks all sorts of different teas, as well as the necessary accessories.
Teahouse
In the heart of Rapperswil
Also teapots, teacups, and more
Shopping
Watches & Jewelry
Jaeger-LeCoultre Boutique
Lovers of watches from the Swiss watch manufacture Jaeger-LeCoultre can buy these exclusive timepieces on the Bahnhofstrasse in Zurich.
Boutique on Bahnhofstrasse
Professional service
Latest models and specialties from Jaeger-LeCoultre
Shopping
Watches & Jewelry
Bucherer Boutique Rolex
Exclusive boutiques and stores line Zurich’s prestigious Bahnhofstrasse. It goes without saying that one of them is a Rolex specialist retailer.
Watch and jewelry store
Established in 1888
Extensive range of Rolex watches
Culture
Music
Zurich Chamber Orchestra (ZKO)
The Zurich Chamber Orchestra is an ensemble that enjoys an excellent reputation worldwide.
Founded in 1945
Leading orchestra to this day
Broad repertoire
Culture
Museums
Cultural History
Attractions
Architecture
Vantage Points
Regensberg Castle
Regensberg Castle was once the ancestral seat of the House of Regensberg.
Castle from the 13th century
Now the seat of a foundation for vocational integration and therapy
Located northwest of Zurich in Regensberg
Attractions
Vantage Points
Rapperswil Castle
Rapperswil Castle is the landmark of the “Town of Roses”, situated on Lake Zurich.
Castle from the 12th century
Beautiful panoramic view of Rapperswil
Deer park on the castle hill
Attractions
Nature
Parks & Gardens
Zoos & Animals
Nature Reserve and Wildlife Park Goldau
Sika deer, mouflon and Syrian brown bear: at Goldau Zoo, young explorers can observe their favorite animals close up.
Around 1,000 animals over an area of 42 hectares
Large area with free-roaming sika deer and mouflons
Enclosures designed to resemble the natural habitats
Animal feeding sessions with commentary
Child-friendly
Sport
Walks
Nature
Zoos & Animals
WWF Beaver Trail
On the Beaver Trail along the Rhine, young explorers can find out all about these industrious animals.
Culture
Museums
Cultural History
Attractions
Vantage Points
Sport
Walks
Nature
Parks & Gardens
Hegi Castle
Visitors to Hegi Castle can enjoy vegetable varieties from bygone days, which are also grown here.
Nature
Zoos & Animals
Bruderhaus Wildlife Park
At the Bruderhaus Wildlife Park near Winterthur, adventurers follow the trail of wild animals such as wolves and lynxes.
Attractions
Zurich Oberland Steam Train
Every second Sunday, railroad fans can undertake a trip on one of the historical trains operated by the Zurich Oberland Steam Train Association.
Train ride on an historical train
On various Sundays
In the Zürich Oberland region
Culture
Museums
Cultural History
Science & Technology
Ziegelei Museum
Switzerland’s one and only brick and tile museum welcomes visitors in a forest clearing near Cham.
Near Cham
Popular with families
Museum on the craft of making bricks and tiles by hand
Culture
Museums
Cultural History
Museum of Pre-History
20,000 years of fascinating history under one roof: at the Museum of Pre-History, people interested in bygone times can travel back into the past.
Archaeological finds
20,000 years of history at a glance
True-to-life scenes featuring people and settlements
Sport
Walks
Hikes
Nature
Zoos & Animals
Lama Trekking
Lama trekking in Zurich’s wine-growing region is a memorable experience for people of all ages.
Take llamas for a walk
Fun for young and old
Out-of-the-ordinary experience
Sport
Walks
Hikes
Nature
Mountains
Planet Trail – Hike from Uetliberg to Felsenegg
This easy 2-hour hike on an elevated trail is suitable for the whole family.
Travel time from Zurich Main Station: 31 min.
Start: Zurich, Uetliberg
Finish: Zurich, Felsenegg
Length: 7.17km (4.46 miles)
Duration: 2 hours
Difference in elevation: 220m (720ft)
Level of difficulty: easy
Physical fitness: easy
Sport
Skills Park Winterthur
Winterthur is home to the currently largest multisport hall in Europe.
Multisport hall with facilities for skating, biking, and trampolining
In-house bistro with freshly prepared food and beverages
Workshops and special events
Popular destination for family outings
Sport
Formel Fun – Play Center for Children
The children’s play center with many changing attractions guarantees plenty of fun and is a great option for children’s birthday parties.
Attractions
Monuments
Sport
Walks
Hikes
Morgarten Trail
Along this fun-packed trail, young knights can follow the trail of the legendary Battle of Morgarten.
Theme trail on Swiss history
7 animated information stations
Approximately two-hour hike
Place
Culture
Museums
Child-friendly
Science & Technology
Naturmuseum Winterthur
At the Nature Museum in Winterthur, discoverers both big and small can explore the fascinating indigenous natural world.
Museum on indigenous flora and fauna
Guided tours and lectures
Excursions, workshops, concerts
Sport
Mountain Biking
Adlisberg Mountain Bike Trail in Zurich
The Bike Trail on the Adlisberg has plenty to offer: what starts with a gentle descent ends with a challenging track.
Also known as the “Elif Trail”
Suitable for beginners
Jumps for proficient bikers
Sport
Mountain Biking
Mountain Bike Trails on the Uetliberg in Zurich
The Uetliberg is the local “mountain” of the city of Zurich. Thus mountain bikers do not have to travel far to have fun on some official bike trails.
Two bike trails on the Uetliberg
Various degrees of difficulty
Very steep in parts
Sport
Waterskiing/Wakeboarding
Motor Boat Hire
Aloha Bootsschule – Boat Hire and Wakeboard School on Lake Zurich
Whether on a motorboat or a wakeboard – in summer, the best place to get that real vacation feeling is on Lake Zurich.
Sport
Mountain Biking
Circular Bike Tour Farner
From the Uznach stork colony to Oberricken and Farner: the Farner route offers unspoilt nature and a lot of altitude on the edge of the agglomeration of Zürich.
Total length: 40km (25 miles)
Conditions: medium
Requirements: medium
Height difference: 1,050 m (3,500ft)
Signalisation: Bike Route No. 481
Sport
Mountain Biking
Circular Bike Tour “Egg”
This medium-difficulty tour leads from the Linth plain into the foothills of the Speer, a pyramid of conglomerate rock.
Total length: 38 km (23.6 miles)
Conditions: medium
Requirements: medium
Height difference: 1,000 m (3,280ft)
Signalisation: Bike Route No. 480
Sport
Mountain Biking
Nature
Bike Tour from Zurich to Einsiedeln
The tour from Zurich to Einsiedeln shows just how remarkably close lovely landscapes are to the city.
Stages: 2
Total length: 65 km (40 miles)
Conditions: easy
Requirements: easy
Sport
Wellness
Kameha Spa and Fitness Power House
At the ornate Kameha Grand Hotel Zurich, a wellness oasis offers relaxation far away from daily life.
Wellness oasis in the Kameha Grand Hotel
Day spa open to the public
Saunas, steam bath, and fitness equipment
Massages and various beauty treatments
Sport
Walks
Hikes
Motor Boat Hire
Nature
Parks & Gardens
Water
Zoos & Animals
Thurauen Nature Center
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.
Signposted hiking trails
Boat trips possible
Exhibition on the nature region
Museums
Cultural History
Attractions
Architecture
Vantage Points
Nature
Schloss Laufen – the 1000-Year-Old Castle by the Rhine Falls
A medieval castle on a rocky spur and roaring masses of water: the Rhine Falls and Schloss Laufen near Schaffhausen treat visitors to an impressive sight.
Historic castle
Directly next to the Rhine Falls
Zurich cultural heritage
Shopping
Souvenirs & Gifts
Blumen Krämer
The flower store, Blumen Krämer, was established in 1897 and has been bringing a touch of color to the homes of Zurich’s residents ever since.
Zurich’s oldest flower store
Cut flowers according to the season
Bouquets and arrangements to order
Shopping
Food & Delicacy
Souvenirs & Gifts
Milchmanufaktur Einsiedeln
Alpine cheese, yoghurt, mozzarella: the Milchmanufaktur – or milk manufactory – transforms first-rate Swiss Alpine milk into top-quality products.
Milk manufactory with restaurant
Cheese store
Guided tours of the show dairy
In the Abbey village of Einsiedeln
Shopping
Souvenirs & Gifts
Marktlücke
Those who shop at Marktlücke not only purchase unique handcrafted objects, but also support social workshops and small enterprises in Switzerland.
Sustainable store
In the most beautiful location on the River Limmat
Beautiful Swiss products
Place
Culture
Museums
Child-friendly
FIFA Museum
The FIFA Museum is an interactive experience world for people of all ages, and is guaranteed to get all soccer fans’ pulses racing.
Over 1,000 exclusive exhibits
Original FIFA World CupTM Trophy
Interactive and multimedia experience
Museum with bar and restaurant