Zurich is one of the most popular cities in Switzerland, and not without reason! It is the largest city in Switzerland and at the same time the economic and financial center. Add to that the beautiful location by Lake Zurich and the Limmat River.
Visit the impressive financial center of Switzerland and admire the historic buildings. Stroll through the old town and visit the world-famous Bahnhofstrasse. In addition to Lake Zurich and the Limmat River, the city has so much more to offer. Enjoy a break in Switzerland, in a city that combines nature, water, and mountains.
Grossmünster is considered the landmark of Zurich and enriches the city with its two towers, one of which is the famous Karlsturm (named after Charlemagne). There is also the statue of Charlemagne. But it is not just the towers that charm visitors of Switzerland's largest city, but also the interior with the stained glass windows by Sigmar Polke, the Romanesque crypt, the choir windows by Augusto Giacometti, the bronze doors by Otto Münch, and the Reformation Museum in the cloister.
The stained glass windows by Sigmar Polke have only adorned Grossmünster since 2009, but they are in no way inferior to the beauty of this ancient church. Be amazed by the colorful overall picture of the church windows and discover motifs like the scapegoat or the Son of Man. The choir windows also delight with the works of Augusto Giacometti, a renowned artist, and illuminate the space in soft colors.
Don’t forget to climb the unique viewing platform. From the nave of the church, 187 steps lead to the platform, where you can enjoy a wonderful view of the old town and the lake through six panoramic windows. For safety reasons, access to the terraces is not allowed.
However, please note that from January 2025 to 2027, construction work will take place, and thus the accessibility of the church may be affected.
The women’s monastery called Fraumünster is another historic church building and, like Grossmünster, is considered a landmark of the city. It combines history and art with the beauty of architecture. Let yourself be fascinated by the heavenly stained glass windows and be transported back in time when women of European nobility inhabited this building. The monastery was highly sought after by kings and nobles. Only after the Reformation did Fraumünster come into the possession of the city.
Particularly interesting are the Romanesque choir and the vaulted transept. Augusto Giacometti also had a hand in this. He created the beautiful north windows in the transept, while the five-part window cycle in the choir and the rose window in the southern transept are thanks to the artist Marc Chagall. In addition to the impressive beauty of the Frauenkirche, you can also regularly enjoy church music concerts there. Check for possible dates before your trip.
Bahnhofstrasse is considered the main shopping street in Zurich and enjoys international attention for its variety of fashion, art, and Zurich specialties. At the same time, the shopping street also serves as a connection between the main train station and Lake Zurich. The heart of Bahnhofstrasse is Paradeplatz. There, you will also find all kinds of trams to get from A to B. Moreover, Paradeplatz has become known as the center of banks and the largest money exchange point in Switzerland.
The Opera House is also often referred to as the city’s landmark and has been awarded multiple times as an art institution. It impresses all art enthusiasts with a wide selection of aesthetic opera productions, ballet choreographies, concerts, and song evenings. Additionally, they offer a wonderful youth program. All of this together makes the Zurich Opera House one of the most productive and successful venues in Europe.
The oasis of Zurich – Let yourself be enchanted by Lindenhof and enjoy a dreamy view of the old town. This is a place to relax away from the hustle and bustle of the city and a popular meeting point for chess enthusiasts.
Lake Zurich was once mainly used for transportation and goods transport, but today it is a popular destination and invites you to relax on calm waters, perfect for a peaceful evening. Take a break from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and enjoy delicious food with a beautiful view. Discover the Lake Zurich region with a wonderful boat tour.
Lake Zurich borders many wonderful places in Switzerland, and not only Zurich attracts many enthusiastic visitors to its beautiful old town. Numerous beach baths, the largest covered water park in Europe, the sunny islands Ufenau and Lützelau near Rapperswil, the Baroque church near Lachen, and the famous chocolate factory Lindt & Sprüngli also welcome visitors after a trip to Lake Zurich.
The Tödi Massif is a mountain formation in the Swiss Alps, from which the Linth River originates. It is the source river of the Limmat and thus the largest tributary of Lake Zurich. A must-see is definitely the Linth Gorge in the Glarus region.
The trace of the Limmat begins in Zurich, and in the summer, even passenger ships pass along the so-called “Zurich House River.” Enjoy not only the Limmat but also the wonderful view of Zurich’s sights.
Uetliberg is considered the northern terminus of the Albis mountain range, located in the canton of Zurich. The mountain reaches an impressive height of 870 meters and offers visitors a view far above the city, extending to the magnificent Alps.
You can visit Uetliberg year-round. Especially in spring, with its many colors and beautiful plants, it offers a wonderful opportunity for a trip to Uetliberg. In summer, you can enjoy the various hiking trails and even explore nature with your mountain bike. But you can also discover Uetliberg in the cold season! In winter, the hiking trails are transformed into sledding tracks, and the time for tobogganing begins again.
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