The Zurich region combines natural oases on rivers and lakes with sightseeing in cities like Zurich. Combine a boat trip on Lake Zug or the Rhine with a visit to a museum in Winterthur, a stroll through the old town in Rapperswil-Jona or wellness in a Baden thermal bath.
This is the Zurich Region
The Zurich Region lies in the north of Switzerland and includes the cities of
Zurich,
Winterthur,
Zug,
Rapperswil-Jona, and
Baden. It offers a mix of urban centres, rural areas, rivers, and lakes.
Discover the Zurich Region
Here you can experience a perfect combination of city life and nature. On a
boat cruise across Lake Zurich you will discover lakeside towns such as
Rapperswil-Jona or the
Ufenau Island. With its old town and lakeside,
Zug invites you for romantic walks.
Winterthur offers numerous museums and an old town to explore. And
Baden completes the offer with sightseeing and relaxation in its thermal baths.
Lakes and Rivers
The Zurich Region fascinates with its proximity to water: in
Zurich, you can take the
Limmat boat straight through the city. On the other side of the
Uetliberg lies the idyllic
Lake Türlersee with its lido. Or how about a trip to
Eglisau on the
Rhine? Here you can enjoy a lock cruise as far as the
Rhine Falls. The
Zurich Oberland is rich in natural lakes such as Greifensee, Pfäffikersee, Egelsee, or
Lützelsee. From
Winterthur, you can head to the Töss for a swim – or into the old town, where numerous fountains offer refreshment.
Cities of Culture and Indulgence
The cities of the Zurich Region boast top-class museums, historic old towns, cafés, and restaurants. In
Zurich, highlights include major sights alongside lakeside gastronomy.
Winterthur delights with its car-free old town, museums, and gardens, while
Rapperswil-Jona enchants with its lakeside promenade, old town, and castle. In
Zug, the historic centre and lakeside are particularly magical at sunset.
Baden impresses with its old town, spa quarter, and vibrant cultural scene.
Around the Zurich Region
From Zurich you can quickly reach the
Lucerne-Lake Lucerne Region with mountains such as
Pilatus and
Rigi, or
Lake Constance with countless leisure opportunities. At the
Walensee, lakeside hikes await you, and in the
Glarus region you can explore mountain villages and valleys.
Experience the Zurich Region for less
With the
Zurich Card, valid for 24 or 72 hours, you travel free of charge on public transport in the city and nearby surroundings and benefit from numerous discounts.
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