Zürich - 409 to 1,293 metres
Zürich
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Zürich is the most liveable city in the world. Such is the conclusion reached in a study by the consulting group Mercer, which every year compares the quality of life in 215 big cities. And what has put Zürich in top spot seven years in a row?
The lake, for starters, with its crystal clear water and views of the Alps; the superb shopping in the Old Town and on the celebrated Bahnhofstrasse; the city’s reputation for outstanding art and design; the thrilling nightlife; gastronomic wealth and variety; and the proximity of nature. Zu.rich is also surrounded by countless excursion destinations, in turn charming, fascinating and thrilling, and all easily reached by public transport. This is both a world metropolis – and the charming, urbane heart of Switzerland.
ZürichWEEKEND Special
Selected Zurich hotels will now give you a 25% discount on overnight stays over the weekend! Take advantage of this opportunity to discover Zurich.
Example of rates for 1 person in double room per night: CHF 103.50 (approx EUR 68.00)* *** Mercure Hotel Stoller
Valid: 01 Jan 2009 - 31 Dec 2009
*All prices are in Swiss Francs and correct at time of print. Prices shown in currencies other than Swiss Francs are guideline prices only and subject to exchange rate variations. All programmes and prices are subject to change without prior notice.
How to get there
Public Transport: Zürich Main Train Station is a central railroad junction in Europe and handles more than 1,900 trains per day. Some of the Intercity trains run every half hour from other Swiss or European cities to Zürich. Direct train connection from Paris (4h30), Milan (3h30), Munich (5h00), Hamburg (7h30) and other cities.
Within the City of Zürich and Zürich Region there are rapid transit trains (S-Bahn) running every 15 to 30 minutes. Buses and streetcars run every few minutes.
Within the City of Zürich and Zürich Region there are rapid transit trains (S-Bahn) running every 15 to 30 minutes. Buses and streetcars run every few minutes.
By car: The center of Zürich can be accessed easily from all directions. Drive on the Autobahn in the direction of Zürich. The exit and the streets to the center of the city and to other important destinations are well sign-posted.
Other/Air: From Zürich Kloten Airport you will reach the center of Zürich City by train or S-Bahn (rapid transit train) in 10 - 15 minutes.
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Contact Information
- ZÜRICH TOURISMUS
Im Hauptbahnhof
8021 Zürich
Tel. +41 (0)44 215 40 00
Fax +41 (0)44 215 40 80
information@zuerich.com
www.zuerich.com
