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The Polyterrasse

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The Polyterrasse

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    February 4, 2021

    Hiking

    The viewing terrace in front of the main ETH building, called "Polyterrasse", can be reached in just 2.5 minutes with the Polybahn from Central.
    Visitors come here to enjoy the magnificent view over the old town, on nice days the view extends as far as the Alps.
    The ETH cafeteria is under the terrace.
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    December 20, 2022

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    The Polyterrasse, located between ETH Zurich and the university, offers the best view of Zurich's old town. The imposing building of the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology (ETH) was built …
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    September 29, 2021

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    The view is fantastic. When the students have a break, the whole terrace hums.
    Splendid!
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    1. Town Hall Bridge, Zurich – Münster Bridge, Zurich loop from Zürich Wiedikon

    12.0km

    03:09

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    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

    Moderate

    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Elevation 520 m

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