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Lake Zurich combines nature, enjoyment and culture. Experience sightseeing from the ship and disembark wherever you like: In Zurich, on the island of Ufenau or at a beautiful swimming spot. There is also a wide range of water sports, seaside resorts and open-air bars.

Lake Zurich at a glance

This is Lake Zurich

Lake Zurich lies in the northeast of Switzerland, in the cantons of Zurich, St. Gallen, and Schwyz. As the fifth-largest Swiss lake, it is a popular excursion destination, offering boat cruises, lakeside towns such as Zurich and Rapperswil-Jona, lidos, and a wide range of water sports.

Discover Lake Zurich

The best way to experience Lake Zurich is on a round trip by boat from Zurich. From the water you enjoy the most beautiful views of the city’s landmarks. In Kilchberg, a stop at the Lindt Home of Chocolate is worthwhile. Or disembark on the Ufenau Island, a nature paradise on the upper Lake Zurich. Nearby lies Rapperswil-Jona with its charming lakeside promenade and the wooden bridge leading to Hurden on the Upper Lake. End your day in a restaurant right on the water.

Activities on and around Lake Zurich

You will be amazed at how clear the water of Lake Zurich is – best experienced on a pedal boat ride or at one of Zurich’s many lakeside lidos such as Enge, Utoquai, Mythenquai, or Tiefenbrunnen. A wide variety of water sports awaits you too: stand-up paddling, sailing, wakeboarding, rowing – there is something for everyone. Prefer to stay on land? Explore the Lake Zurich circular trail on foot or by bike for a diverse route.

Indulgence, Lifestyle, and Culture

On Lake Zurich you can enjoy life to the fullest. Expect an exceptional number of lidos with bistros and bars, lakeside restaurants with mountain views, and vineyards such as those on the Au peninsula with its winegrowing museum. Summer is celebrated with music festivals, lake festivals, open-air cinemas, the Zurich open-air bars, and the theatre festival.

Around Lake Zurich

Zurich’s local mountain, the Uetliberg, offers fantastic views over Lake Zurich and the Alps. Not far away is the Zurich Wilderness Park Sihlwald. Following the Linth River, you reach the Walensee and the Glarus region. At the other end, the Limmat River flows straight through Zurich to the spa town of Baden.

Experience Lake Zurich for less

With the Zurich Card you can travel free of charge on public transport in Zurich and the surrounding area. A short boat trip on the lake is also included. Discounts are available for museums, zoos, and spas.

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