LUCERNE

PILATUS - Pilatus is a mountain massif overlooking Lucerne in Central Switzerland. It is composed of

several peaks, of which the highest is named Tomlishorn and is located about 1.3 km to the southeast of the

top cable car and cog railway station. You have to take the Gondola and Aerial Cableway – Kriens to

Frakmuntegg and Frakmuntegg to Pilatus. The Ascent is from 0830/0900 a.m. till 0400/0430 p.m. and the

Descent is 0900 a.m. – 0430/0530 p.m. The Pilatus is 2132 metres above sea level, The Silver round trip is

as rich in variety as the Pilatus itself. From mid-March to mid-October discover the details of Lucerne’s

local mountain by using the railway, the cogwheel railway, the aerial cableway and the Panorama Gondolas

– as a half or whole-day excursion.

Lucerne – Alpnachstad (by rail) – Pilatus. The “Silver round trip” is a highlight for rail enthusiasts. The

central railway from the main railway station in Lucerne will whisk you along the shores of Lake Lucerne

to Alpnachstad in twenty minutes. There the steepest cogwheel railway in the world awaits to take you all

the way up to the summit of the Pilatus. On the comfortable ascent you can already feast your eyes on the

scenery. The panoramic view of the Alps from the Pilatus is one of a kind. Another highlight awaits you on

the Pilatus – a panoramic view of the mountain range of the Alpine massif. Pilatus has hiking trails with

views from easy to alpine. Enjoy paragliding from Pilatus with tandem flights - the flying area around the

Pilatus is demanding and fascinating. Before considering a take-off from the Pilatus it is absolutely essential

to have consulted the weather forecast. Official take-off and landing spots are provided for you to use.

Before taking the first flight make sure to check the website of Paragliding club Luzern or the information

board in the valley station in Kriens. Discover ‘Pilatus Rope Park’ – adrenaline, action and fun on the

Frakmuntegg, Are you looking for a special thrill? In the Pilatus rope park you can test your agility on ten

different parkours. Leap into thin air, bring plenty of nerve and have a ton of fun. For adventurers young

and old, for families and for you! The hefty dose of adrenalin requires no specialized knowledge. The team

will instruct you and look after your safety. Enjoy the ‘Dragon Trail’ on the Pilatus - Take your children on

a journey of discovery. There are many legends and myths associated with the Pilatus. In the Middle Ages

people believed that dragons with healing powers lived in the rugged clefts and crevices of the Pilatus.

Escape the daily grind and unwind on the Pilatus Kulm. Take in the overwhelming mountain panorama,

culinary highlights and summer terrace at 2,132 meters above sea level. Do you like to stay active? The

Dragon trail, scavenger hunt, flower trail and hiking trails are waiting to be discovered.

SWISS MUSEUM OF TRANSPORT –

The Swiss Transport Museum or Verkehrshaus der Schweiz, in Lucerne, is a museum, opened in July 1959

and exhibiting all forms of transport as well as communications. It is Switzerland's most popular museum.

Experience in interesting and diverse ways – Rail Transport - What would Switzerland be without rail

transport, locomotives and rolling stock – or put another way, how did rail transport effect the development

of industry and in turn Switzerland as well? You will find an interesting and comprehensive collection on

the theme of Swiss rail transport ranging from the Spanisch-Brötli-Bahn to the new trans-Alpine railway

(NEAT) – from the horse-drawn tram via steam railways to rack railways and last but not least, the electric

railway. Cableways – unique permanent cableway exhibition, shows you how to get from the valley up to

the highest peaks in the twinkling of an eye.

Aviation - Mankind has always dreamt of being able to fly like a bird. In this hall, more than 30 historic

aircraft and flying machines, together with over 300 original artefacts, models, dioramas, experiments and

simulators will take you to spectacular new heights.

Wondercave – Special exhibition – Red Cross Around The World, Swissarena - Stand on Switzerland - get

a different perspective of the country as you walk across the 1:20,000 scale aerial photograph in the

Swissarena. Swissarena is the only place in the world where residents and visitors to the country can walk

across a complete aerial photograph covering 200 m² in area. Strictly speaking, it is not a single aerial photo

but 7,800 individual images, taken from an aircraft at altitudes of between 4,400 m and 9,300 m. Besides

this there is also the Film Theatre & Planetarium.

Swiss Chocolate Adventure - The Swiss Museum of Transport has gained a further attraction. The

multimedia theme world, the Swiss Chocolate Adventure, is developed in conjunction with the Lindt

Chocolate Competence Foundation. Visitors will experience the chocolate adventure on an exciting

journey. The Swiss Chocolate Adventure is a new theme world that allows the visitor to learn interesting

facts about the discovery, origin, production and transport of chocolate. Seeing, hearing, smelling and

tasting: this multimedia voyage of discovery appeals to different senses. It illustrates the entire value

creation and transport chains from the cultivation of the cocoa bean and the transport to Switzerland up to

the manufacture and sale of the finished chocolate product.

MOUNT RIGI – Queen Of The Mountains

The Rigi is a mountain massif of the Alps, located in Central Switzerland. The whole massif is almost

entirely surrounded by the water of three different water bodies: Lake Lucerne, Lake Zug and Lake Lauerz.

Located at the heart of Central Switzerland, Mount Rigi is perfectly accessible from all four points of the

compass. The mountain railway will take you up and right into the magnificent Alpine world, where you

just get off and enjoy life – it’s as simple as that. It starts with the mountain railway ride, an experience that

will “have ’em riveted”. And it goes on: the hiking trails, the nice fireplaces and barbecue areas, the

playgrounds. In short: Mount Rigi has everything to make your family outing unforgettable. Enjoy Mt. Rigi

with a day ticket from Mt. Rigi Railways which includes cogwheel train from Vitznau and Goldau up to

Rigi Kulm and cablecar from Weggis to...mountain experience par excellence, free ride with cogwheel train

from Vitznau to Rigi Kulm, free ride with cogwheel train from Goldau to Rigi Kulm, free ride with cablecar

from Weggis to Rigi Kaltbad.

In July & August, children under the age of 16 accompanied by an adult can travel for free on the seven

mountain railways on Mt. Rigi (except for the aerial cable-cars from Brunnen-Urmiberg and Vitznau-

Wissifluh). After all, there's so much for our younger guests to do on Mt. Rigi. They can have fun on

exciting playgrounds, test themselves at the Rigi Rope Park in Küssnacht, grill sausages at a barbecue site

or simply go for one of the beautiful walks up on the "Queen of the Mountains". No-one gets bored on

child-friendly Mt. Rigi. Rigi Kulm - rising to 1797 meters above sea level, Rigi Kulm is the highest peak

of Mount Rigi. From here, you can enjoy a view of no fewer than 13 lakes and a regular “sea of peaks”, a

360-degree panorama that is truly the stuff of legend. Just board the cogwheel train in Vitznau or Arth-

Goldau, and Rigi Kulm will do the rest to make your outing unforgettable. But that’s not all: A night at the

Rigi Kulm Hotel will give you the chance to witness a celestial spectacle without compare: the firework of

colors ignited by our sunsets and sunrises. There is also the Rigi Kulm Hotel for those who would love to

stay on top - The Hotel Rigi Kulm goes back a long way: as Switzerland's first mountain inn, the hotel has

been welcoming guests from far and wide to the summit of Mt. Rigi for 200 years. Why is Mt. Rigi, at just

2000 m above sea level, honoured with the name "Queen of the Mountains"? Tradition ennobles mountains,

too. Right next to the summit of the "Queen of the Mountains", the Hotel Rigi Kulm offers guests an

unparalleled panoramic view for a truly unforgettable stay. Here you have it all: kilometers upon kilometers

of hiking trails, and vista points that will take your breath away. Add to that our unspoiled nature with lots

of space to let your soul soar, restaurants to satisfy the demanding gourmet in you, wellness packages to set

your body at ease, and a great deal more – and you have everything you need for your individual Rigi

timeout. Feel like staying on? Just settle in at one of our hotels or guesthouses, and allow your heart to skip

a beat at our world famous sunrises. Lots of different experiences here – Full Moon Overnight Hike with a

stunning sunset on top, 3 Courses – 3 Hosts Sunset tour with 3 course meals in 3 different restaurants,

Sunrise rides, Mineral Baths & Spa Entrance Rigi Kaltbad, The Romance of Steam – Vitznau – Rigi Kulm,

After Work Treatment – admission to the Mineral Baths & Spa, The Restaurant In The Sky - On summer

nights, the panoramic cabins of the aerial cable car from Weggis to Rigi Kaltbad are transformed into a

romantic restaurant in the sky, an exciting gastronomic excursion with a 3 course meal, Alpine Wellness –

Chaserenholz – sauna and whirlpool.

CHAPEL BRIDGE & WATER TOWER –

Lucerne lies on the river Reuss, at the end of Lake Lucerne, framed by impressive mountains. The city has

been a stronghold of tourism since 1840, thanks to the well-preserved Old Town with its Chapel Bridge

and Water Tower. Lucerne is divided by the river Reuss into an Old Town and a New Town. The two

districts are connected by what is among other things the world's oldest covered wooden bridge, the Chapel

Bridge, which dates back to the year 1332. The bridge was rebuilt true to the original after the fire of 1993

and leads to the actual landmark of Lucerne, the octagonal Water Tower. Like the over 500-year-old

Musegg Wall with its turrets, the bridge and water tower were part of the city fortifications. At the outflow

of the river Reuss, a historic needle dam, built in 1860, regulates the water level of the lake. The nearby

Old Town boasts a town hall which dates back to the Late Renaissance as well as a Jesuit church,

Switzerland's oldest Baroque church.

LAKE LUCERNE –

Encircled by popular excursion mountains, Lake Lucerne is the lake with the greatest scenic variety in the

country. It is somewhat reminiscent of a fjord landscape, yet remains characterised by a mild lake climate.

Boat cruises on board five historic paddle wheel steamers and 15 elegant salon motor vessels count among

the highlights of this region. The largest shipping company in Switzerland operates the necessary routes to

reach many of the most important excursion destinations and mountain cableways of the region, such as

the Rigi, Pilatus, Bürgenstock and Klewenalp. Special musical and culinary events are also offered on

numerous scheduled and additional trips. The rich offering of delicious foods from the onboard galley

provides added enjoyment and pleasure to any cruise. A boat trip can be ideally combined with a walk,

such as the "Weg der Schweiz" or Swiss Path, a themed trail on the history of Switzerland. Several cycling

and skating paths as well as numerous bathing and rest areas are provided along the lake shores. An

excursion to the popular sightseeing and shopping town of Lucerne, to include a trip to the Swiss Museum

of Transport with its IMAX cinema, the Glacier Garden or a leisurely shopping expedition through the old

town, is well worthwhile.

INTERLAKEN

PARADISE FOR ADVENTURE AND PARA GLIDING –

Interlaken is the number one place for fun and adventure sports. For paragliding fans, Interlaken has long

been known for its excellent flying opportunities and nearly year-round good conditions.

On a round tour of the Alps you can enjoy the high-alpine panorama, or on a hang-gliding or paragliding

trip you can admire the scenery somewhat more closely while a parachute jump will certainly get your

adrenalin going.

Tandem flights: in Interlaken there is a wide range of unique opportunities for paragliding and seeing

extraordinary views of the lakes and mountains. As a passenger, you need no previous experience; you are

given a few instructions and then a few steps later you lift off with your pilot. Getting an unusual bird's eye

view of the unique Jungfrau panorama is sure to make you forget everything else for a while!

HARDER KULM –

In just ten minutes, the panorama funicular takes guests from Interlaken up to its local mountain Harder

Kulm. For more than 100 years, the funicular has been negotiating the 735 meters of altitude to the Harder

Kulm, located at 1322 meters. The journey starts not far from Interlaken Ost station, leads through a

charming forest and passes the wildlife park. A five-minute walk takes visitors from the mountain station

to the lovely restaurant with turrets and a red tile roof. Next to the restaurant, guests may visit the “Two-

Lakes-Bridge” and an airy viewing platform with a glass area in its floor. From there, truly deep sights can

be seen and the magnificent view to Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau as well as Lakes Brienz and Thun can be

savoured.

VICTORIA-JUNGFRAU GRAND HOTEL & SPA –

Combining traditional style, elegance and spaciousness with modern luxury and comfort is the recipe for

this hotel's welcoming informality. Its favoured location, nestled between lakes and rivers and located at

the foot of the Jungfrau massif, affords stunning views of its beautiful surrounds. 224 large rooms,

conference rooms, 2 restaurants, bars, smoker's lounge, monumental spa complex. Give yourself a special

treat in an atmosphere of easy-going elegance - innovative French cuisine at "La Terrasse" restaurant (15

GaultMillau points) and varied Italian cuisine at the "Quaranta Uno" (14 GaultMillau points). 2 bars,

conference and seminar rooms for 4 to 400 people with state-of-the-art technical equipment. Magnificent

wellness and beauty complex on 5,500m2. The spa is the most beautiful in the whole of Switzerland. Stay

in their Bollywood theme ‘Yash Chopra’ suite.

FUNKY CHOCOLTAE CLUB –

The meeting point for all chocolate lovers. Learn to taste chocolates like a professional Swiss connoisseur,

recognize types, quality and cocoa percentage. The workshops are ‘ALL YOU CAN EAT’ so make sure

you don’t eat your lunch before… They also teach a process called “Tempering of chocolate”. It is a

procedure where melted chocolate is first cooled causing the fatty acid crystals to form nuclei around which

the other fatty acids will crystallize. Learn about the fascinating world of Swiss chocolate on a hands-on-

fun workshop. They supply aprons, chef hats and all the ingredients. They will share with you the

techniques, tips and tricks of tempering of chocolate, melting, pouring and filling molds. You will learn

about the origin’s of chocolate as well as how to identify and understand the different tastes chocolate can

have. Their professional Chocolatiers will teach you how to create your own masterpieces. Decorate your

own chocolate – whether you keep it simple and cover your chocolate bars with nuts only, or write “RIP

DIET”, the most important thing is to have fun with it and let your creative side shine.

INTERLAKEN – BERNESE OBERLAND –

Interlaken lies in the Bernese Oberland on an alluvial plain, between Lake Thun and Lake Brienz. The

vacation destination, which is presided over by the three mighty mountains, Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau, is

the starting point for numerous activities.

Trains to the Jungfrau region in the direction of Grindelwald and Lauterbrunnen with connections to the

railways to Mürren and from there to the Schilthorn as well as via the Kleine Scheidegg to the Jungfraujoch

depart from the Interlaken Ost railway station. A fleet of ships, including one historic paddle-steamer on

each lake, cruises on Lakes Thun and Brienz. Interlaken is located on the «Golden Pass» panorama route

from Montreux on Lake Geneva past the luxury holiday resort of Gstaad to Interlaken and from there across

the Brünig Pass to Lucerne. Just ten kilometres away from Interlaken, on a sunny south-facing slope, lies

Beatenberg-Niederhorn, a paradise for paragliders. For hikers there is an extensive network of hiking routes.

The Niederhorn also provides a habitat for ibexes, chamois and marmots.

Highlights

Schynige Platte near Wilderswil – nostalgic rack-railway, fascinating view of Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau,

Alpine garden with about 500 plant species and a lot of hiking possibilities.

Jungfraujoch and Schilthorn – the rides by rack-railway to the highest railway station in Europe and the

cableway to the Piz Glora revolving restaurant: two top mountain experiences in the Bernese Oberland.

Harder Kulm – a cableway takes passengers up to Interlaken’s „house mountain“ which affords a view of

the health resort and the whole Jungfrau region. The Alpine wild animal park near the valley station is an

experience for children.

Heimwehfluh – a nostalgia funicular provides transport to the vantage terrace with a restaurant, all-

weather toboggan run, model railway display and large playground.

Jungfrau Tourism Museum in Unterseen – the regional tourism museum shows 200 years of tourism in

the Jungfrau region.

St. Beatus Caves – one kilometre of lit limestone caves with stalagmites, impressive halls and waterfalls

accessible by boat, car, bus or on foot on the historic pilgrims way.

JungfrauPark – explore the world's great mysteries.

Magic ice-skating experience – from mid-December to late February the center of Interlaken transforms

into a winter wonderland.

ST. MORITZ

CELERINA OLYMPIC BOB RUN – ENGADIN

The Olympic bob run St. Moritz-Celerina is the world's only natural ice bob run and also the oldest bob run

still in operation. Apart from the annual national and international bob championships, the run also hosts

skeleton and toboggan championships at national and occasionally even at international level. In addition

the "Hornschlitten" (traditioanl toboggan) race on the bob run and the Bobrun Skating event at which

approximately 100 ice hockey players race down the bob run first individually and later in groups of three,

constitute an integral part of the seasons program.

Opening hours are from the end of December until beginning of March, approx. 09.30 am to 12.30 noon,

daily.

MUOTTAS MURAGL – A FRONT ROW SEAT

With his keen eye for beautiful landscapes, and unique light conditions, Segantini discovered this special

patch of the earth. Between the wide valley of the River Inn and the valley that leads to the Bernina Pass,

this is probably the most beautiful vantage point above the lakes of Upper Engadine. Sunsets from here are

a sight to behold. Between 1905 and 1907, the first funicular railway in Engadine was built here by Von

Roll. Here you can hike into panoramic views in the literal sense: over to Alp Languard (Pontresina) or up

to the Segantini hut and the Schafberg, where the artist Giovanni Segantini died a lonely death. Especially

enjoyable are the panoramic views from the large sun terrace of the romantic mountain hotel - and sunsets

as seen from here are truly remarkable. The train runs until late at night - but you can also take a room at

the attractive hotel. A funicular railway takes over the 700-meter climb from Punt Muragl up to the Muottas

Muragl for all scenic lovers – accompanied in the upper section by sun collectors that cover the energy

requirements of the mountain dwelling in an environmentally friendly way. In winter, Muottas Muragl is

now a playground for sledgers, snowshoe hikers and connoisseurs. In winter, Muottas Muragl is now a

playground for sledgers, snowshoe hikers and connoisseurs.

KEMPINSKI GRAND HOTEL DES BAINS –

A prime example of grand hotel tradition and exclusivity overflowing with sublime luxury. State-of-the-art

facilities and the finest service amid stunning Engadin scenery and close to Lake St. Moritz. Cross-country

skiing trails, mountain rail/cableways, and biking and hiking trails start directly in front of the hotel. Other

plus points are the exquisite gastronomy, one of Switzerland's finest breakfast buffets and the magnificent

wellness complex. The restaurants and lobby were refurbished in 2012. For lovers of wellbeing- Indulge in

every luxury at our 2,800m2 ultramodern Alpine SPA with swimming pool, fitness rooms, sauna landscape,

lounge, SPA terrace, separate ladies' spa, biosauna, aroma grotto, marmot oil massages and much more.

The Kneipp bath in the Alpine hotel garden and the exquisite, light dishes at our gourmet restaurants are

the perfect complement to this 5-star hotel's wellness programme.

BADRUTT’S PALACE HOTEL –

Opened in 1896 by the Badrutt family and still owned by them, this hotel has a legendary reputation. 157

guest rooms including 37 suites enjoy views of the Alps. Delicious meals are served in "Le Restaurant" (15

Gault Millau points), the grand dame of the 6 first-class restaurants. Completely renovated beauty and

wellness centre, exclusive shopping gallery, kids club and recreational services for teenagers.

This luxurious hotel has been appreciated by celebrities and royal families alike since opening its doors in

1896 – Alfred Hitchcock, for example, was one of its loyal guests. The impressive lobby is adorned by art

from various periods. Butler service available in all rooms. Culinary diversity with 7 restaurants. The St.

Moritz local hotspot is the hotel's King Club with its trendy DJs plus seating for over 200.

KULM HOTEL –

This luxury hotel with its rich tradition and its views of Lake St. Moritz is situated in the heart of St. Moritz.

An ideal base for a wide range of summer and winter sports, it has its own 9-hole golf course. Rooms and

suites are under continual renovation. Completely renewed Kulm Spa St. Moritz. Very diverse range of

culinary offerings. It is also the perfect place for uncomplicated family holidays in a first-class atmosphere.

Traditional adrenaline rush - A thrilling bobsleigh ride: this traditional hotel with views of Lake St. Moritz

is an ideal base for all kinds of summer and winter activities. For a winter adrenaline rush, take a ride down

the world's oldest ice channel: the St. Moritz-Celerina Olympic bob run. The four-man bob thunders down

the natural 1,722m course at speeds of up to 135 km/h, reaching the bottom in just 75 seconds. Opened in

1856, this hotel paved the way for Engadin tourism. A stately hotel full of luxury and charm. Hotel own 9-

hole golf course in the parklike grounds and two 18-hole courses in the vicinity. Le Grand Restaurant,

Gourmet Restaurant 'the K', The Pizzeria, Swiss Restaurant Chesa al Parc and Japanese Restaurant NITO.

Spacious, beautifully appointed rooms. 6 modern conference rooms with natural lighting with capacity for

50 to 500 people. Newly rebuilt Spa and beauty complex with magnificent views.

ENGELBERG

TITLIS SNOW EXPERIENCE – WINTER

Enjoy winter with at “TITLIS Snow Experience” Do your first steps on skis at the snow experience park.

Combine your snow Experience with a snowmobile ride, snowtubing or a visit to the igloo hotel.

Anyone who wants to try skiing once in a lifetime, is just right at "TITLIS Ski Experience". Located half

way up on Mt. Titlis, you get the full snow experience, easily accessible and perfect to combine with other

attractions. On the spot you get the basic ski equipment and you'll be able to immediately do your first steps

with skis. A guide supervises you and will assist you with a few elemental instructions. The basic package

includes one hour access to the snow experience park, but you can expand the experience with additional

offers such as a ski instructor on demand, riding a snowmobile, snowtubing in our snow toys park or an

excursion to the summit of Mt. Titlis.

“Try to ski” experience includes: - Rental of basic ski equipment (boots, skis and helmet), - 1 hour access

to several beginner slopes, - supervised by snowXpark guide. Available from 1-25 Pax (Group offers on

request) located in the middle of the ski resort: Trübsee-Titlis (cablecar ticket not included) booking in

advance or spontaneous visit.

SnowXpark – Engelberg – Trubsee

It is located in the middle of the ski resort at Trubsee. It is unique and promises fun and action galore.

At the entrance are electrically powered snowmobiles that you can drive to your heart’s content on

cordoned-off trails. With its unique on-the-move feeling and exciting racing atmosphere, the snowXpark

proves a highlight in the world of all team excursions come winter. Cool fun in the snow for all the family.

And once geared and set to Junior-Modus, as of 12 years of age, the snowmobiles can be driven by kids.

Book the snowmobile in advance or spontaneously on the spot and pay per minute. Recommended is to

book a 25 minute snowmobile ride. Rent an electro-powered snowmobile and discover your limits, while

drifting and jetting around the tight curves on the market track with help of a lot of bodywork.

TITLIS ENGELBERG – SNOW TUBING – TRUBSEE SNOW PARK

Let off some steam in the snow park next to Trübsee Alpine Lodge. Try out our balancers, minibobs and

snowtubes, and see which one whips up the most snow.

Snowtubing is sure to be an all-round hit. This fun and crazy winter activity will see you racing down the

track on a rubber tyre. You can choose whether to sit or lie, and whether to set off facing forwards or

backwards. Simply sit back and enjoy the ride! Entry is free! The sledging devices are available on place

and can be used from all of our guests. Open from December through until April, depending on weather

and snow conditions. In summer, you can let off steam in our glacier park

ZURICH

ZURICH CARD –

The smart way to discover Zurich. ZürichCARD is the ideal ticket for the culturally interested and city

discoverers who’d like to make the most of their short stay in a convenient, if not best possible way to turn

their visit into a real city adventure. ZürichCARD permits all the following during 24 or 72 hours

Free second-class travel with trams, trains, buses and cable railways in the city of Zurich and surroundings.

This includes: Transfer Airport – City

Free entrance or discount on the majority of Zurich’s museums, for example the: Landesmuseum,

Kunsthaus Zürich, Museum Rietberg, Museum Haus Konstruktiv, FIFA World Football Museum

50% discount on guided city tour «Stories of the Old Town» through Zürich Tourism

10% discount in selective Zurich shops, Culinary surprises in choice restaurants, Free admission to various

nightclubs

FIFA MUSEUM –

For football fans, FIFA World Football Museum is a must. This interactive multimedia museum is not just

about the history of FIFA but how the game influences and inspires people all over the world.

The FIFA World Football Museum is located opposite the Bahnhof Enge train station, at the heart of Zurich

– and represents the meeting place for a number of football and sports fans. Here, 3000 square meters of

exhibition space make for an interactive, multimedia experience. And 1000 exclusive exhibits and

approximately 500 videos document the entire spectrum of international football – and show how it unites

people. The major highlights are the original FIFA World Cup Trophy and the gigantic Soccer Pinball –

where both young and old can test their strength in keeping up with the pace. In addition, visitors discover

a generous gastronomic offer with sports bar, bistro and café-bar, as well as various event and seminar areas

available.

LAKE ZURICH –

Zurich offers many opportunities for activities on the water on Lake Zurich – swimming, paddle boating,

sailing cruises to extreme ones like wakeboarding, jet skiing and surfing. In this overview, water

aficionados can find their favorite kind of water sport and the best outdoor bathing facilities – or “Badis”

as the Swiss call them – directly on Lake Zurich. Lake Zurich is well suited to a wide range of water sports

activities. Besides swimming, floating about in a rubber dinghy and lazing on an inflatable mattress, in

recent years stand-up paddling (SUP) has developed into a popular trend. Anyone who loves speed and

adventure can try wakeboarding, wake surfing or waterskiing. Those who are more wary of the water,

meanwhile, might prefer a trip in a sailboat, canoe or kayak, or simply a volleyball match on the lake shore.

Explore the lake on a pedal boat and enjoy the summer weather which is a perfect way to relax.

GROSSMUNSTER CHURCH –

One of Zurich’s most famous landmarks, the Romansque Church which offers the best views of the city

and lake as well as majestic Alpine summits on the horizon. All you have to do is climb 187 stairs from the

base to the summit.

OLD TOWN –

The highest concentration of clubs in Switzerland, one of the most famous shopping miles, and a plethora

of cultural offerings. And all of this against a medieval background. Zurich Old Town is a cultural, social

and historical melting pot. A tour of the Old Town lets visitors experience Zurich's multifaceted past.

Zurich's Medieval houses, contorted, narrow lanes and guild and town halls from the Renaissance period

offer an attractive backdrop for world-class entertainment. The double towers of the Grossmünster (Great

Minster) are Zurich's landmark. Further sights worth seeing include the Peterskirche (Peter's Church),

which has Europe's largest clockface, and the Fraumünster (Minster of Our Lady), which is known for its

stained glass windows by Giacometti and Chagall.

ZURICH –

Zurich is quick and easy to reach, whether by train, plane or private vehicle. Its international airport has

direct connections with over 150 destinations. Just a 10-minute train ride from the airport and situated right

in the city center, Zurich’s Main Railway Station is regarded as a central European railroad hub. As a

«metropolis of experiences» by the water, with a magnificent view of the snowcapped Alps on the horizon,

Zurich offers a unique mixture of attractions – over 50 museums and more than 100 art galleries,

international fashion labels and Zurich designs, and the most flamboyant and lively nightlife in Switzerland.

Recreational activities range from a visit to the riverside and lakeside bathing areas in the very heart of the

city, to a spectacular hike on the Uetliberg mountain. The Bahnhofstrasse. Zurich’s shopping mile has

contributed largely to the city's reputation as an El Dorado for shoppers and is a top address for international

fashion labels, jewelry and watches. However, it is just one of the places where you can find urban Zurich

labels; whether in Zurich-West or in the Aussersihl quarter, you often come across local brands where you

least expect them. They inspire the fashion-conscious and cause a sensation far beyond Switzerland's

borders – as has, for example, the cult label Freitag, with its unique style of bags and accessories. Zurich

boasts the highest density of clubs in Switzerland – here, you can never turn up too late. From a house

music party in the legendary Kaufleuten to Greatest Hits from the Eighties at the oldest club in the city –

parties really get going after 11.00 pm and continue into the wee hours of the morning. Here, there are no

official closing times. In summer, nightlife can be found not only in the clubs, but also outside in the open

air; the venues where visitors bathe and relax during the day are ideal places to flirt and dance at night.

Trend-setting Zurich is a shopper’s paradise and a metropolis of the arts, home to legendary nightlife.

Nature is on the doorstep – and Zurich’s overall quality of life is frequently voted the best in the world.

Highlights: Kunsthaus – Switzerland’s most important art gallery contains a collection from all the important periods

of European art – from the Middle Ages through to the present.

Rietberg Museum – the museum houses non-European art, particularly from India, China and Africa.

Bahnhofstrasse – the mile-long street of banks featuring exclusive fashion boutiques, department stores and

street cafes invites passers-by to linger.

Zurich Zoo – featuring a 11,000-square-metre ecosystem hall containing several hundred plant and animal

species from the Madagascan Masoala Rainforest.

Altstadt – with its art galleries, antique and book shops: an insider’s tip amongst art aficionados. In the

evening, the old town is transformed into an entertainment quarter for an eclectic swathe of the general

public.