City Tours & Excursions in Zurich (EN)

Excursions, Zürich, Switzerland.

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Tourist Information

Limmatstr .

Konradstr .

Hafnerstr.

Platzspitz

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Europaallee

EuropaalleePassage

Reiterg.

Sihlpost/HB

Gessnerallee

Schanzengrabenp rom.

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Usteristr .

Gerberg.

Limmat

Neumühle quai

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Sumatrast r .

Walchebr.

Löwenstr.

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Füsslistr.

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Oetenbachg.

Sihlstr .

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Alter Botanischer Garten

Pelikanpl.

Schip fe Rennweg

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Augustinerg . Münzpl.

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Stampfenbachplatz

Bahnhofquai/

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Ankeng. Baumg.

Auf der Mauer

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Sonnegg

Clausiuss

Pelikanstr.

Nüschelerstr .

Contact and Booking

St.Peterstr.

Selnaustr .

Friedensg .

+41 44 215 40 00

Graue G.

Roseng.

Schanzengraben Turnerstr.

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Malerg.

Preyerg

The meeting point for tours is the Sihlquai bus station, unless otherwise specified in the booking confirmation. Please arrive at least 10 minutes before the tour is due to depart. Program and prices are subject to change. Some tours require a minimum number of participants.

And here’s something to keep in mind: all these tours can also be booked as private, individual excursions on request.

zuerich.com/ info@zuerich.com tours

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Gartenstr.

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Narzis Marktg. Leueng.

Spitalg.

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Rindermarkt tr.

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Am Schanzengraben

Spiegelg.

Li m mat quai

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Explanation / Legend

Bleicherweg

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Blaufahnenstr.

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• Months Program

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Börsenstr N ie derdo rf s t r .

Weite Gasse Lindenhf.

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• Children’s price: valid for age 6 – 15 if not stated otherwise

• ZC: benefit from the Zürich Card

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Römerg. S torcheng . Pre Kuttelg.

Kirchg.

Oberdorfstr.

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Kappelerg. S trehlg . Schweizerg. Prediger Frosch a u g.

Trittlig. Ob Werdmühles t r .

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T Beateng.

Zürich City Guide App

Purchase Guided City Tours or the Zürich Card conveniently in the app and always have your ticket at the ready on your smartphone. The app also provides the latest tips and lets you save lists of your favorite places.

➡ zuerich.com/app

Tours & Round Trips

1 Zurich Old Town Walking Tour

• 2 h

• CHF 25 / 12.50

• EN, DE, EN / DE combined

• ZC: 50%

2 Made in Zurich

• 2 h

• CHF 25

• EN, DE

• ZC: 10%

Discover Zurich’s historic center on this guided walking tour. You will hear fascinating stories and anecdotes about the eventful history of the city on the River Limmat.

Mon – Thu, Sun 11am / Fri 11am, 5pm / Sat 11am, 1pm Mon, Wed, Sun 11am / Sat 11am, 1pm

➡ zuerich.com/old-town

Pay a visit to the creatives who sell their local products as well as original “Zurich Design” in the up-and-coming quarter around the main station.

Year-round, Sat 11.30 am

➡ zuerich.com/citytour-made-in-zurich

3 Zurich Food Tour

• 3 h

• CHF 85

• EN / DE combined

• ZC: 10%

Learn about Zurich’s culinary side on this guided city tour. Walk through the trendy Zürich-West quarter, where former factory halls now house creative gastronomic concepts.

➡ zuerich.com/food-tour

4 E-Bike Tour City

• 2¼ h

• CHF 25

• EN / DE combined

• ZC: 10%

Once you’ve visited the must-sees in Downtown Zurich, it is well worth venturing into the neighborhoods or relaxing in the nature close by. Cover long distances in no time with an e-bike sponsored by Casino Zürich.

➡ zuerich.com/e-bike-tour

5 Themed Tours in English

• 2 h

• CHF 25

• EN

Every second Wednesday during the summer, English speakers can improve their knowledge about Zurich: The special themed tours show more than just Bahnhofstrasse and the Old Town!

every other Wednesday 5 pm

➡ zuerich.com/themedtours

6 Richard Wagner

• 2 h

• CHF 25

• EN, DE

On the trail of the famous composer Richard Wagner, guests discover the Zurich that inspired the artist to create important works.

Sat 4 pm DE, Sun 11 am EN

➡ zuerich.com/richardwagner

7 City Tour Through Zurich by Bus With Audioguide

• 2 h

• CHF 34 / 17

• EN, DE, ES, FR, IT, PT, JA, RU, CN, AR, IN (Audioguide)

Enjoy a comfortable panorama bus ride through Zurich on this exciting city tour, lasting approx. 100 minutes, with extensive commentary about the city’s history, culture and main attractions – includes one to two photo stops.

Year-round, daily 9.45 am, 12 pm, 14 pm

➡ zuerich.com/zurich-with-audioguide

8 City Tour Through Zurich by Bus With Live Guide

• 2¼ h

• CHF 34 / 17

• EN

• ZC: 10%

Discover Zurich’s highlights in an airconditioned comfortable tour bus. See historic landmarks and join the guide on a stroll through the Old Town. Drive through the Zürichberg district and enjoy beautiful views over Zurich and the lake.

➡ zuerich.com/zurich-by-bus

9 Zurich City Tour With Lake Cruise

• 3½ h

• CHF 44 / 22

• EN, DE, ES, FR, IT, PT, JA, RU, CN, AR, IN (Audioguide)

Following the eventful city tour with detailed commentary on Zurich’s history, culture and sights (Tour 7), a relaxing 90-minute boat trip on the lower lake basin awaits you.

Year-round, daily 9.45 am, 12 pm, 2 pm

➡ zuerich.com/boat-meier

10 City Tour and Train Trip to the Uetliberg

• 4 h

• CHF 42 / 21

• EN, DE, ES, FR, IT, PT, JA, RU, CN, AR, IN (Audioguide)

A city tour of Zurich’s historical sights (Tour 7), followed by a train ride up Uetliberg mountain, also known as the “Roof of Zurich”. At the top, you’ll find a stunning view of the city and Lake Zurich.

Year-round, daily 9.45 am, 12 pm, 2 pm

➡ zuerich.com/zurich-uetliberg

11 City Tour in Zurich and to Rapperswil

• 5 h

• CHF 62 / 31

• EN, DE, ES

A city tour of Zurich’s main attractions and a short walk through the picturesque “town of roses” Rapperswil with its medieval castle. Then enjoy a 2¼ hour boat cruise back to Zurich.

Year-round, daily 11 am

➡ zuerich.com/zurich-rapperswil

12 City Tour With Swiss Cheese Fondue

• 4¾ h

• CHF 140

• EN, DE

After a short tour through Zurich, a brief stop at the Lindt Home of Chocolate and a ride by aerial cable car, you are treated to a culinary highlight: a Swiss cheese fondue in the Panorama Restaurant Felsenegg, high above Lake Zurich.

Sat 3.45 pm

➡ zuerich.com/citytour-fondue

13 City Tour and Boat Trip in Zurich

• 3¾ h

• CHF 44 / 22

• EN

Discover the main sights of Zurich on this city tour with photo stop at the lake and guided walk through the Old Town. Afterwards, enjoy a boat tour on Lake Zurich with informative Audioguide app.

daily 10 am, 11 am (excl. Sat), 12 pm, 2.30 pm daily 10 am, 12 , 2.30 pm daily 10 am, 12 pm

➡ zuerich.com/boat-bo

14 City Tour and Felsenegg Cable Car Trip

• 4½ h

• CHF 64 / 32

• EN, ES

Combine the city of Zurich and its beautiful surroundings on this tour. Discover Zurich’s main sights incl. guided stroll through the Old Town, then cross Lake Zurich by ferry and take the aerial cable car up to the Felsenegg viewpoint.

Year-round, daily 1 pm (Mar 2025: cable car to be replaced with Dolder cogwheel train due to maintenance)

➡ zuerich.com/zurich-and-felsenegg

15 City Tour With Boat Trip and Chocolate Museum

• 5¼ h

• CHF 77 / 49

• EN

Half-day tour covering Zurich’s highlights. Drive through the Zürichberg district, guided stroll through the Old Town and boat trip on Lake Zurich to the Lindt Home of Chocolate: incl. museum admission, chocolate tasting and shop.

daily 10 am , 11 am (except Sat), 12 pm daily 10 am , 12 pm daily 10 am

➡ zuerich.com/zurich-and-lindt-museum

Zurich Experiences

16 Casino Zürich

• 11 am – 7 pm free, after 7 pm CHF 10 (incl. coat check)

• ZC: free admission

Enjoy warm hospitality and discover its wide range of modern games, spread over more than 30,000 square feet. Pure fun and excitement await you, with 14 gaming tables and more than 280 slot machines to choose from. Ages 18+, appropriate attire.

Year-round, open daily

➡ swisscasinos.ch/zuerich

17 Lindt Home of Chocolate

• 60 – 90min

• CHF 17 / 10

• EN, DE, FR, IT, ES, PT, CN, AR (Audio.)

• ZC: 10%

The world of chocolate by Lake Zurich is a perfect trip for chocolate lovers of all ages. You will learn everything there is to know about the history, production and consumption of chocolate.

Open 360 days a year

➡ lindt-home-of-chocolate.ch

18 Boat Trips – Lake Zurich and River Limmat

• 55 min – 4½ h

• from CHF 4.60 / 3.20

• ZC: free River Cruise, Mini & Short Lake Cruise

Further Tips

Discover Zurich and its region from the water on a River Cruise (55 min), a Mini Lake Cruise (55 min), a Short Lake Cruise (1½ h) or a Long Lake Cruise (4½ h) all the way to Rapperswil and back.

Mini, Short and Long Lake Cruise, River Cruise Short and Long Lake Cruise ➡ zsg.ch

Find more activities and experiences at ➡ zuerich.com

Mountains

19 Day Trip to the Jungfraujoch 8 am

• 12 h

• CHF 279 / 139.50

• EN, ES, CN

Highlight of every Switzerland trip! Europe’s highest train station nestled between the peaks of Mönch and Jungfrau. Stunning views of Eiger North Face and Aletsch Glacier await you. Incl. Eiger Express gondola and cogwheel train.

Year-round, daily 8 am

➡ zuerich.com/jungfraujoch-8am

20 Day Trip to Mt. Titlis 9.30 am

• 9½ h

• CHF 172 / 86

• EN, ES

Unforgettable trip to Lucerne and Mt. Titlis. The revolving Rotair cable car takes you into an impressive world of snow and glacier. Cross Europe’s highest suspension bridge, explore the Glacier Cave and soak up the magnificent views.

Year-round, daily 9.30 am (except Nov 4 – 15, 2024 due to maintenance)

➡ zuerich.com/excursion-titlis

21 Day Trip to Mt. Pilatus 9.30 am

• 9½ h

• CHF 172 / 86

• EN, ES

Combine your visit to Lucerne with the Golden Round Trip at Mt. Pilatus. Ascent by aerial cable cars, explore the summit and soak up the views. Descent on the world’s steepest cogwheel train followed by a boat ride on Lake Lucerne.

daily 9.30 am (changed itinerary from Oct 21 – Nov 15, 2024)

➡ zuerich.com/pilatus-9-30am

22 Day Trip to Mt. Rigi

• 9½ h

• CHF 146 / 55

• EN

Visit the queen of the mountains. Ride the aerial cable car to Rigi Kaltbad and board Europe’s first ever mountain railway to the summit for fantastic views over the midlands. Enjoy a scenic lake cruise to the charming city of Lucerne.

Year-round, daily 9.30 am (Nov / Mar: cable car to be replaced with cogwheel train due to maintenance)

➡ zuerich.com/excursion-rigi

23 Day Trip to the Jungfraujoch 8.30 am

• 11½ h

• CHF 279 / 139.50

• EN, DE (ES on request)

Unforgettable trip to high alpine wonderland Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe at 11,322 ft, the UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site of the Swiss Alps. Undertaken on a modern tour bus, a cogwheel railway and the new V-Cableway, the Eiger Express.

daily 8.30 am Wed – Sun 8.30 am Fri –  Sun, Dec 20, 2024 – Jan 5, 2025 daily 8.30 am

➡ zuerich.com/jungfraujoch-8-30am

24 Day Trip to Mt. Titlis 10 am

• 9 h

• CHF 172 / 86

• EN, DE, ES

Travel to the highest vantage point in Central Switzerland. Enjoy the ride on the revolving Rotair gondola, a walk over the highest suspension bridge in Europe, the ‘Titlis Cliff Walk’, and other attractions on Mt. Titlis. A stop (approx. 1 hour) in Lucerne.

Year-round, daily 10 am (except Nov 4 – 15, 2024 due to maintenance)

➡ zuerich.com/titlis-10am

25 Day Trip to Mt. Pilatus 10 am

• 9 h

• CHF 172 / 86

• EN, DE, ES

Explore Mt. Pilatus on the Golden Round Trip, including a ride in a cable car and on the world’s steepest cogwheel train. Afterwards, a relaxing boat trip takes you to Lucerne, where you have approximately 1 hour of leisure time.

Year-round, daily 10 am (except Nov 4 – 15, 2024 due to maintenance)

➡ zuerich.com/pilatus-10am

26 Day Trip to Kleine Scheidegg

• 11½ h

• CHF 149 / 74.50

• EN, DE (ES on request)

On this trip, discover the captivating world of the Bernese Oberland. At the Kleine Scheidegg pass, you will be surrounded by lush mountain pastures and some of the most beautiful alpine scenery in the world. (unguided stopover)

daily 8.30 am Wed – Sun 8.30 am Fri –  Sun, Dec 20, 2024 – Jan 5, 2025 daily 8.30 am

➡ zuerich.com/kleine-scheidegg-8-30am

27 Day Trip to Grindelwald and Interlaken 8 am

• 12 h

• CHF 104 / 52

• EN, ES, CN

Unforgettable day trip to the enchanting Bernese Oberland with panoramic views of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau. Enjoy 6 hours at leisure to explore the mountain resorts of Grindelwald and Interlaken.

Year-round, daily 8 am

➡ zuerich.com/grindelwald-8am

28 Day Trip to Mt. First – Top of Adventure

• 12 h

• CHF 169 / 84.50

• EN, ES, CN

Immerse yourself in the beauty of the Swiss Alps in the Bernese Oberland, cross the First Cliff Walk at dizzying heights, hike to the Lake Bachalpsee or opt for one of the adventure activities before taking the cable car down to Grindelwald.

Year-round, daily 8 am (except Oct 28 – Nov 29, 2024 due to maintenance)

➡ zuerich.com/first-adventure

29 Day Trip to Engelberg and Lucerne

• 9 h

• CHF 76 / 38

• EN, DE, ES

Excursion to the popular, year-round Holiday resort in Central Switzerland. Visit the old village, see the magnificent monastery church with its impressive organ and enjoy the view of the surrounding mountains. Stopover in Lucerne (appr. 1 h).

Year-round, daily 10 am (except Nov 4 – 15, 2024 due to maintenance)

➡ zuerich.com/engelberg-lucerne

30 Day Trip to Mt. Stanserhorn With CabriO Cable Car

• 9½ h

• CHF 150 / 75

• EN

Trip to the heart of Switzerland. Ride the historic funicular and unique CabriO cable car to the summit. Enjoy the panoramic views on a short hike or from the revolving restaurant. Free time in Lucerne.

daily 9.30 am (until Oct 20, 2024)

➡ zuerich.com/lucerne-stanserhorn

31 Day Trip to Grindelwald and Interlaken 8.30 am

• 11½ h

• CHF 99 / 49.50

• EN, DE (ES on request)

Guided bus tour to the majestic Bernese Oberland, where you can spend your free time exploring Interlaken and Grindelwald (unguided) and enjoying panoramic views, mountain landscapes, various attractions and the great Swiss outdoors.

daily 8.30 am Wed – Sun 8.30 am Fri –  Sun, Dec 20, 2024 – Jan 5, 2025 daily 8.30 am

➡ zuerich.com/grindelwald-8-30am

32 Day Trip Skiing in Grindelwald for Beginners

• 12 h

• CHF 295

• EN, ES, CN

Learn to ski in the Swiss Alps during a 2½ hours ski class. A professional instructor will show you the techniques to slide down the beginner slopes. Don’t forget to take a moment to enjoy the breathtaking surrounding mountain scenery.

daily 8 am (depending on snow conditions)

➡ zuerich.com/skiing-grindelwald

33 Lucerne & Titlis Snow Experience

• 9½ h

• CHF 240 / 155

• EN, ES

Glide through the snow on skies for the first time in your life and sled down the slope on snowtubes before taking the Rotair aerial cable car to the top of Mt. Titlis. Enjoy a magnificent and breathtaking view over the Swiss Alps.

daily 9.30 am (depending on snow conditions)

➡ zuerich.com/lucerne-skiing-titlis

34 Day Trip to Mt. Bürgenstock

• 9½ h

• CHF 114 / 57

• EN, ES

Combine your trip to Lucerne with a visit to Mt. Bürgenstock, renowned for its luxurious resort and spectacular panoramic views over Lake Lucerne. Incl. scenic cruise with elegant shuttle boat and ride with legendary funicular.

Year-round, daily 9.30 am (except Mar 17 – 21, 2025 due to maintenance)

➡ zuerich.com/lucerne-buergenstock

Cities & Tradition

35 Day Trip to Lucerne 9.30 am

• 9½ h

• CHF 59 / 29.50

• EN, ES

No stay in Switzerland is complete without a visit to the city of Lucerne and its famous Chapel Bridge. Afternoon at leisure to explore historic landmarks or for souvenir shopping. Optional: with Saphir Yacht Lake Cruise, CHF 90 / 45.

Year-round, daily 9.30 am

➡ zuerich.com/lucerne-9-30am

36 Day Trip to Heidiland

• 7½ h

• CHF 89 / 44.50

• EN, DE, ES

Experience the diversity and natural scenery of the Heidiland region. Visit the picturesque town Rapperswil on Lake Zurich, and Heidi’s village with its shop, museum and little goats. Another highlight of the trip: Vaduz, the capital of Liechtenstein.

Year-round, daily 11 am

➡ zuerich.com/excursion-heidiland

37 Half-Day Trip to the Rhine Falls and Laufen Castle

• 3¾ h

• CHF 54 / 27

• EN, ES

Enchanting excursion to the famous Rhine Falls and Laufen Castle. Feel the power of Europe’s largest waterfall directly from the viewing platforms or take an optional boat ride and feel the spray from the deck. Return trip via Germany.

daily 8.45 am

➡ zuerich.com/rhinefalls-laufen-castle

38 Day Trip to Berne With Food Tastings

• 10½ h

• CHF 230 / 115

• EN, DE

Small group tour to the Swiss capital and its UNESCO World Heritage Old Town. Be amazed by the nature of the Entlebuch and Emmental, visit the Kambly Experience and the Emmental show dairy. Incl. biscuit/ cheese tastings and goodie bag.

8.30 am

➡ zuerich.com/berne

39 Day Trip to Lucerne 10 am

• 9 h

• CHF 59 / 29.50

• EN, DE, ES

An excursion to historic Central Switzerland. A guided coach tour takes you to the city of Lucerne. Explore Lucerne and its lake at your own leisurely pace – six hours of free time. With a wide range of attractions, Lucerne inspires young and old alike.

Year-round, daily 10 am (except Nov 4 – 15, 2024 due to maintenance)

➡ zuerich.com/lucerne-10am

40 Day Trip to the Black Forest and Rhine Falls

• 7 h

• CHF 82 / 41

• EN, DE, ES

This trip to Northern Switzerland and the German Black Forest leads to the popular holiday destination Titisee, with a beautiful promenade by the lake. Visit to the Rhine Falls, the largest waterfall in Europe (please take your passport with you).

Mon – Fri 12.15 pm

➡ zuerich.com/blackforest-rhinefalls

41 Half-Day Trip to the Rhine Falls and Stein am Rhein

• 5¼ h

• CHF 78 / 39

• EN, DE

Tour to Europe’s largest waterfall. Get close and feel the spray of the rumbling waters on your face. The trip follows a section of the Grand Tour of Switzerland and includes the picturesque medieval town of Stein am Rhein.

Year-round, daily 1.15 pm

➡ zuerich.com/rhinefalls-stein-am-rhein

42 Day Trip With Mountains, Cheese and Chocolate

• 11 h

• CHF 250 / 125

• EN, DE

Small group tour to Eastern Switzerland. Visit the Appenzeller show dairy, a Swiss farm and a boutique chocolate manufacturer. Aerial cable car to Hoher Kasten and guided walk through Appenzell. Incl. food tastings and goodie bag.

Wed & Fri 8.30 am

➡ zuerich.com/excursion-appenzell

43 Canyoning

or Rafting in Interlaken

• 12 h

• CHF 235

• EN, ES, CN

An adrenaline-pumping adventure in the Bernese Oberland – whether on white water or through enchanted gorges. Take your pick between canyoning or rafting and enjoy your time immersed in nature.

daily 8 am

(depending on weather conditions)

➡ zuerich.com/rafting-canyoning

Partner Destinations

44 Rapperswil-Jona

• 1½ h

• CHF 20 / 10

• EN, DE

Explore the idyllic town with its castle and rose garden on a public excursion through the old town. Or sign up for one of the exciting themed tours, which take place every first Thursday of the month.

Sat 2 pm (Old Town Excursion)

➡ rapperswil-zuerichsee.ch

45 Zug

• From 1½ h

• Public tours from CHF 5 / Groups from CHF 200

• EN, DE

On guided tours, you can find out more about historical buildings, beautiful artwork and the taste of Kirsch. Round off the day with an excursion up Zugerberg mountain or a drink with a view of the most beautiful sunset in Switzerland.

Sat 9.50 am

➡ zug-tourismus.ch

46 Winterthur

• 1½ – 2 h

• CHF 20 / 10

• DE

47 Schwyz

• 1 h

• Public tour CHF 20

Groups CHF 300

• DE

48 Zürioberland

• 4 h

• CHF 30

• DE

Public city tours through the former Sulzer industrial site and the charming Old Town. With anecdotes of the city’s past and present, your tour guide will show you a new side of the city by the Eulach.

➡ winterthur.com/citytour Year-round, every month.

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On a public or prebooked individual tour of the historic town of Schwyz, you will learn all about the region’s history, culture and traditions – expect some surprises! Registration required. Groups on request.

Wed 7.15 pm

➡ erlebnisregion-mythen.ch/shop

On the ready-made gourmet tour through the Zurich Oberland from Hinwil to the Tösstal valley, you can taste regional dairy products directly from cheesemakers themselves. Look forward to green hills, gentle climbs and indulgent feasting.

daily

More information and details under:

➡ zuerioberland.ch

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