Out of the city, into the green!
Hörnli
What? The Hörnli in the Zurich Oberland is ideal for short hikes. On top of the mountain, the Berggasthaus Hörnli rewards hikers with fine Swiss cuisine.
Where? The Berggasthaus can be reached on foot from the following starting points: jetty (1 hr 25 min), Gfell (50 min), Hulftegg (1 hr 15 min), Allenwinden (1 hr 15 min), Fischingen (2 hr 30 min), Bauma (2 hours 15 minutes). Details on how to get from Zurich can be found here.
uetliberg
What: The 871 meter high Uetliberg is the local mountain of Zurich and a popular vantage point. Whether by day or by night - the view over the city and the lake is definitely worth the trip. Strengths can be found at the top of Hotel Uto Kulm.
Where: West of the city center, with the S 10 (Uetlibergbahn) from the train station in 20 minutes.
River Töss
What? In the river Töss you can not only swim, on its banks you can also ride a great bike, barbecue on its meadows and sandbanks. A real insider tip.
Where? Take the S-Bahn or the train to Winterthur, rent a bike there.
Greifensee
What? The ancient "Städtli" Greifensee is wonderfully tranquil. The beautiful old town and the park on the lake are great for strolling, there is also a small castle and in the lake you can swim.
Where? Greifensee is 15 kilometers from Zurich and easily accessible by S-Bahn; You can also go with inline skates or rent a bike at Züri for free.
Rapperswil
What? The Rosenstadt at the other end of Lake Zurich with its castle, vineyards and nice restaurants exudes southern charm. It is embedded in the hilly landscape of the Etzel and Bachtel area.
Where? By boat via Lake Zurich (journey time approx. 2 hours) or by S-Bahn from Zurich (approx. 35 minutes).
On the lake of Zurich
What? Whether on the deck of a steamboat or on a sunset cruise - tired feet can rest on the water and the eyes still have fun. Anyone who takes a seat on the fondue ship also enjoys Swiss treats.
Where? The website of the Zürichsee Schifffahrtsgesellschaft provides information on all journeys from Zurich: www.zsg.ch
"Rentenanstalt" and seaside resort Enge
What? A great park for fresbees, picnics and sunbathing is the "Rentenanstalt"; just around the corner is the seaside resort Enge, where yoga, shiatsu and massages are also offered.
Where? By tram no. 5 or bus no. 161/165 from Bürkliplatz to the stop Rentenanstalt.
Seaside resort Katzensee
What? The Katzensee ("Chatzesee") with its free beach is a popular destination on hot days.
Where Take the S-Bahn to Katzenseestraße (journey time around 30 minutes)
Höllgrotten Baar
What? In the romantic Lorzentobel are the "Höllgrotten" of Baar. Small lakes, stalactites and stalagmites give each cave its own character. Strengths can be found in the garden restaurant "Waldrestaurant Höllgrotten".
Where? By train or train and bus (travel time a good hour)
alpamare
What? Class for rainy days: In "Alpamare" in Pfäffikon, the largest covered fun pool in Europe, there are ten giant water slides and a great spa. www.alpamare.ch
Where?: By train or S-Bahn to Pfäffikon (travel time: 45 to 60 minutes)
