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If you want to get out into the countryside, you don't need to leave the city. After all, there are numerous parks in Zurich. On this short bike tour, you'll get to know several of these green oases.



In keeping with the theme, this route even starts directly in a wonderful park. The Josefwiese in Zurich

The name says it all on this tour, because the lake basin is clearly the focus. You start at Wollishofen/Werft station and immediately head towards the water. When you arrive at Lake Zurich, you will immediately see a special feature: Saffa Island.



If you like, you can take a detour to the small artificial

Do you want to pack as much culture as possible into one day? Then grab your bike and head out on the museum tour. And don't worry: There's plenty of time for the museum visits themselves, because you don't have to cover many kilometers.



You start very centrally at the main train station in Zurich. Here

Zurich is super diverse: you can see this particularly well when you explore the city by bike. On this tour you cycle right through the districts. It starts right in the center at the main train station.



With the Schindlergut and Platzspitz Park you first pass two wonderful parks right near the water

This gentle loop takes you through lush greenery up to the apex of Zürich's local mountain. At an altitude of 870 metres (2,850 ft), the Uetliberg boasts a fantastic panorama of the city, Lake Zurich and the most famous peaks of the Central Swiss Alps. The gradual ascent is more than worth the effort

The route from Bürkliplatz to Seerose is an easy jogging tour along the picturesque Lake Zurich and is suitable for runners of all fitness levels. From the centrally located Bürkliplatz, which is easily accessible by public transport, the route takes you along paved paths that do not require any special

On this walk, you’ll discover the heart of the city – its pretty old town. You’ll also gaze out over the lake towards the Alps and stroll along the lively banks of the Limmat.



From Zürich Hauptbahnhof, ‘HB’ to the locals, you’ll cross the Limmat into car-free Niederdörfli, where traditional food halls

Normally, route descriptions and hiking tips assume that you’re out and about during the day. Well, this route is not necessarily intended to be a night hike but, even at dusk, the Lantern Trail is an absolutely unique and atmospheric experience. The route is designed so that you can take the train back

The Zurich Uetliberg running circuit is a challenging jogging route that takes you through a diverse natural landscape. This route is suitable for experienced runners who are in good shape, sure-footed and have alpine experience. From the starting point at Zurich Triemli station, which is easily accessible

Start your challenging trail running tour on the Uetliberg with an incomparable running backdrop. The route takes you along the famous "Planet Trail", where you get to know the dimensions of our solar system while running. Enjoy the view from the Uetliberg summit before continuing on technically challenging