Tips from Zurich Tourism:
Guided tours and adventures around Zurich.

Einsiedeln
Einsiedeln has been one of the most important European places of pilgrimage since the Middle Ages. The Benedictine monastery was founded by monks in 934. Other places of interst include the museum of gingerbread and minerals. www.kloster-einsiedeln.ch

Pilatus
How about a trip to central Switzerland? Visit Lucerne and see its sights, then let the funicular carry you to the top of Mt. Pilatus, where a great 360° panorama of mountains and lakes. www.pilatus.ch

Rapperswil-Jona
Anyone who loves roses should not miss a visit to this town on the upper reaches of Lake Zurich. Children particulary love the „Knie“ Children’s Zoo. Various attractions: The old town, castle and Polish museum with an exhibition about Poland’s contributions to Swiss culture. www.rapperswil-jona.ch

Rheinfall / Schaffhausen
Medieval town known for its ornate bay windows, characteristic alleyways and stately guildhalls. Attracrions: The cloister and medieval herb garden in the All Saints complex, the Munot fortress and the Rhine Falls, Europe’s largest waterfalls. www.rheinfall.ch

Saurian museum Aathal
Unlike the “Jurassic Park”, the saurian museum in Aathal is quite peaceful. Here one can learn everything about saurian creatures and see impressive skeleton reconstructions.
www.sauriermuseum.ch

Zurich is rolling
Until October, visitors wanting to explore Zurich on wheels can hire a bike from various train stations Zurich.
www.zuerirollt.ch

Lake Zurich
Seeing Zurich from the water is always an experience. Whether you take a small lake cruise or a special evening cruise, such as the folklore boat cruise on Tuesday evenings.
www.zuerichsee.ch / www.zuerisee.ch