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- Keith KBrighton, Michigan391 contributionsBeautiful Lake ZThe awesome city by the beautiful lake!! From the many Swans swimming around to the snow covered mountains in the background-great pictures are everywhere. Jump on the ferry for an ever better view of the lake and surroundings.Visited March 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 31 March 2024
- Talant2007Moscow, Russia26,656 contributionsLake ZurichLake Zurich is a lake in Switzerland located at an altitude of 406m above sea level. A railway runs along both shores of the lake. I regularly stay at the stunningly beautiful Panorama Hotel overlooking the lake.Visited April 2024Travelled soloWritten 11 April 2024
- Kamal PByron Bay, Australia9,737 contributionsNice environment to chill-offLake Zurich while adding beauty to the city was having a fantastic environment for cooling off. Very relaxing space with a park in one bank with paved pathways providing the access to areas where one could engage in water sports like sailing or swimming. It was evident that this area was popular with sun bathers and picnickers as well. We too spend time relaxing under the shade of the trees on the bank, watching bird life and activities that were going on in water.Visited June 2023Travelled with familyWritten 28 April 2024
- aneesh_menonBengaluru, India56 contributionsAmazingZurich Lake is centrally located and gives an amazing view of the Alps ... The trip on a boat around the entire lake takes approximately an hour and you have an option to dine.. There are few stops along the way if you need to get down to explore Zurich ... Nice ride and a great view along with the weather makes it a must visit for families, children, couples or anyone who simply love picturesque view .. Go for it ...Visited December 2023Travelled soloWritten 5 June 2024
- Dholakia2014Rajkot, India407 contributionsBeautiful pearl of ZurichLake Zurich is the wonderful lake .. last time 6 years ago we missed to visit it as we had less time,but this time it was a top priority. The lake is beautiful and offers many recreational facilities for holidaying or relaxing. The lake is surrounded by picturesque landscapes with the Swiss Alps visible at a distance. The shoreline is dotted with parks, beaches and promenades thereby making it popular for outdoor activities. We had taken 4 hours city tour in which one hour small cruise tour was included. Otherwise tours on the lake are nominally priced and allow visitors to explore the lake and its surroundings. We crossed the lake in a ferry when visiting the Felsenegg vantage point. This ride is a little over 10 minutes of which you can have free time to enjoy the views for about 8 minutes. We were fortunate to see the Alps from a distance. No visit to Zurich is complete without seeing Lake Zurich.Visited September 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 16 June 2024
- BaslerBasel, Switzerland69 contributionsBeautiful *****A wonderful excursion tip, even if you're from Basel ;-) Super beautiful lake, a wonderful boat trip on Lake Zurich. Great service and good food on board. Just like the surrounding area, definitely worth a trip. Be careful with the prices, tourist prices are everywhere. A beautiful, clean city. There's still something going on there.Visited October 2023Travelled with friendsWritten 19 June 2024
- mayccm2018Hong Kong, China1,372 contributionsWonderful lake boat tripThere were different boat rides then we chose 1.5 hours short lake cruise that allowed the visitors to admire the lake and its surroundings. The scenery of the lake was attractive and made us more comfortable through lake breeze. Affordable price. Relaxing. Wonderful lake boat trip. Hope can try a long lake cruise next time to explore more.Visited June 2024Travelled with friendsWritten 22 June 2024
- Torsten Baecker3 contributionsStunning scenery and plenty of activitiesLake Zurich is a stunning lake with beautiful scenery. The surrounding area is picturesque with parks, beaches, and promenades. There are also plenty of activities to enjoy on the lake, such as boat tours, swimming, and walking/hiking around the lake. We enjoyed our boat tour that took in the sights of the city and the Alps. In the winter, the views are still beautiful and there are fewer crowds so it may be a good time to visit for people who prefer a quieter experience.Visited July 2024Travelled with friendsWritten 7 July 2024
- Martin BRosario, Argentina1,932 contributionsUrban LakeThe lake defines Zurich and gives you your postcard. It is a lake that itself does not have much appeal of its own but that its outline makes it very relevant. Clean and small transforms more into an urban landscape than natural. It is worth touring in its surrounding villages, with fairs and squares. It has signs of the Grand Tour of Switzerland on its banks that deserve the photo, there is always some water jet nearby and the locals turn a lot to their things to enjoy it in various ways. It deserves a spin and several photos.Visited September 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 10 August 2024
- Restaurant-FBILondon, United Kingdom132 contributionsFree Line 3 Lake Zurich 90 min CruiseWe wanted to experience the boat trip on Lake Zurich. As we bought the Zurich (Travel) Card, we were able to benefit from the free of charge access to Line #3 Cruise lasting 90 minutes. It was a beautiful experience, there were very nice food and drink options on the board. We were stopping at different stops where people were leaving the boat or entering the boat. I tried one of their cocktails which was something like "Ice Tea with Prosecco" and it was very different and delicious. The service was attentive and helpful. I strongly recommend getting on that boat if you feel in the zone for a mini cruise on the lake.Visited August 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 3 September 2024
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Roberts69
Northampton, UK18,906 contributions
Oct 2023 • Solo
When I was in Zurich and had a couple of hours to kill ahead of a business meeting I walked down to the Burkliplatz and took the Short Lake Cruise. This 1.5 hour duration cruise costs just CHF8.80 for an Adult and was a very pleasant trip that went down as far as Erlenbach on the NE shore of the Lake and then across to Thalwil on the SW shore of the lake. The boat makes 8 stops during the 1.5 hour trip and food and drinks can be purchased on the boat. It is certainly great value for money and a nice way to see the beautiful Lake Zurich (Zurichsee).
Written 3 November 2023
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Munir D
Toronto, Canada694 contributions
Jun 2023
Lake Zurich is the largest lake in Switzerland. The lake is beautiful and offers many recreational facilities for holidaying or relaxing.
The lake is surrounded by picturesque landscapes with the Swiss Alps visible at a distance. The shoreline is dotted with parks, beaches and promenades thereby making it popular for outdoor activities.
One boat tour is free for those carrying train day passes. Tours on the lake are nominally priced and allow visitors to explore the lake and its surroundings. We crossed the lake in a ferry when visiting the Felsenegg vantage point. This ride is a little over 10 minutes of which you can have free time to enjoy the views for about 8 minutes. We were fortunate to see the Alps from a distance.
No visit to Zurich is complete without seeing Lake Zurich.
Munir D.
The lake is surrounded by picturesque landscapes with the Swiss Alps visible at a distance. The shoreline is dotted with parks, beaches and promenades thereby making it popular for outdoor activities.
One boat tour is free for those carrying train day passes. Tours on the lake are nominally priced and allow visitors to explore the lake and its surroundings. We crossed the lake in a ferry when visiting the Felsenegg vantage point. This ride is a little over 10 minutes of which you can have free time to enjoy the views for about 8 minutes. We were fortunate to see the Alps from a distance.
No visit to Zurich is complete without seeing Lake Zurich.
Munir D.
Written 23 July 2023
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mahatinu
Surrey275 contributions
Sept 2023 • Couples
As we had the Swiss Travel Pass, a boat trip on Lake Zurich was included. We did the four hour trip, and stopped at Rapperswil where we spent some time before catching the boat back to the main pier.
It was pleasant enough, on a slightly cloudy day, but some of the other lakes in this beautiful country are probably even more scenic, such as Lake Lucerne.
Note that they provide catering on the boat (food and drink) and if you happen to be sitting in those sections of the boat when it is lunchtime then you will be asked to vacate your seat!
It was pleasant enough, on a slightly cloudy day, but some of the other lakes in this beautiful country are probably even more scenic, such as Lake Lucerne.
Note that they provide catering on the boat (food and drink) and if you happen to be sitting in those sections of the boat when it is lunchtime then you will be asked to vacate your seat!
Written 30 October 2023
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Barnet, UK7,286 contributions
Jun 2023 • Couples
We took the Short Lake Cruise when we were in Zurich. It has 8 stops in total, we had the Swiss Travel Passes so it was free for us. We sat on the top floor (on the side with a table) & we ordered a couple of drinks.
The trip last approx 80 mins and the scenery was amazing... I loved the pretty Swiss Houses along the shore, the water was so clean & the lake breeze was so comfortable! Having said that:
Our only complaints were: people not following the queue as many of them just fought their ways on board and the staffs just allowed them jumped the queue to get on the boat. Also, we paid a lot more to get the 1st class Swiss Travel Passes, but unlike the boat tours in Interlaken, the upper floor here wasn't reserved for 1st class. There were just too many people squeezed between us to take pictures during the ride which wasn't nice.
Still recommended when you're in Zurich!
The trip last approx 80 mins and the scenery was amazing... I loved the pretty Swiss Houses along the shore, the water was so clean & the lake breeze was so comfortable! Having said that:
Our only complaints were: people not following the queue as many of them just fought their ways on board and the staffs just allowed them jumped the queue to get on the boat. Also, we paid a lot more to get the 1st class Swiss Travel Passes, but unlike the boat tours in Interlaken, the upper floor here wasn't reserved for 1st class. There were just too many people squeezed between us to take pictures during the ride which wasn't nice.
Still recommended when you're in Zurich!
Written 12 May 2024
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ORMum
Lake Oswego, OR152 contributions
Oct 2024 • Solo
Lake Zurich is easy to reach from Zurich main station, it is a nice walk from the main train station to the north edge of the Lake. You can walk around the lake, take pictures by the lake, feed the ducks/swans or take a 2hr or 4hr cruise on the lake. I highly recommend all of these! I would recommend setting aside 4-5 hours. I took the 2hr cruise, and it the views of the mountains and buildings around the lake were stunning.
Written 9 October 2024
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Gülnur Kaptanoglu
Ankara Province, Türkiye458,614 contributions
Nov 2023 • Friends
The first stop of our 6 country tour in the shadow of the Alps was the city of Zurich, and we walked around the lake identified with Zurich. We were a group of 28 people. The lake is clean. We were told that its water is drinkable. We also saw swimming in the lake in some places. It was November and the weather was very hot. There were many cafes and green areas. Nice and clean.. You can't see any garbage or leaves on the ground.. I recommend you to see it.

Written 9 November 2023
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Gary S
Santa Fe, NM12 contributions
Oct 2022
The boat trips on Lake Zurich are part of the public transportation system and so are inexpensive. For the money, you get a good view of the lake and shoreline. You can also get off and on as you wish at the various docking points. We did this and visited the Lindt chocolate factory. It is a pleasant, 5-10 min walk from the dock to the Lindt factory and you can choose to do a tour there ($), visit the store, and their cafe. It is a good activity to do on Sunday when the stores are all closed.
Written 16 October 2022
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Purwitanto
Sengata, Indonesia3,076 contributions
May 2023 • Couples
Lake Zurich, as the name suggests, the city of Zurich is on the shore of this quite large lake. Almost all major cities in Switzerland are on the shores of lakes. Of course it would not be complete if you have visited the city of Zurich without stopping at this lake.
We didn't take a boat on this lake, we just walked on the edge. Coincidentally when we came here it was cloudy and sometimes drizzling.
The shores of the lake are quite neat. We walked from oldtown along the banks of the Limmat river to this lake. Of course, we couldn't walk along the shore of this quite wide lake. We just walked around the lakeside park, the bridge, and the ferry port.
By the lake there are lots of ducks and geese, nice to see them. Overall quite satisfied walking around here.
We didn't take a boat on this lake, we just walked on the edge. Coincidentally when we came here it was cloudy and sometimes drizzling.
The shores of the lake are quite neat. We walked from oldtown along the banks of the Limmat river to this lake. Of course, we couldn't walk along the shore of this quite wide lake. We just walked around the lakeside park, the bridge, and the ferry port.
By the lake there are lots of ducks and geese, nice to see them. Overall quite satisfied walking around here.

Written 15 January 2024
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Paul S
New York City, NY13 contributions
Oct 2022
Pretty, but too many people loitering around. Almost got my purse snatched as I sat there talking to a business friend. Beware - there are many gangs of Eastern folks lurking around Lake Zurich trying to fit in the crowd.
Written 31 October 2022
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Hambagahle
Canton of Valais, Switzerland74,760 contributions
Apr 2022
While in Zürich we took a short lake cruise, roundtrip in 90 mns from the Bürkliplatz. We already had a day ticket on the ZVV (public transport) and taking the cruise only cost us 4frs each or so as a supplement. To say that it was great value for money is an understatement. We had a light lunch - table service - and a couple of drinks. The entire experience was a lot of fun!
Written 30 April 2022
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Sebastian Pastas
Pasto, Colombia
Hola a todos. Haré un tour por Europa este año si toda esta situación mundial mejora y estoy planeando la ruta desde ya y por supuesto visitaré Suiza y tengo dos preguntas: cómo puedo llegar a Grindelwald desde Zurich y cómo puedo pasar a Italia que no sea en avión para poder disfrutar del paisaje de los Alpes. Agradezco sus respuestas.
Written 18 January 2021
Do you know if this is included in the Swiss Travel Pass?
Written 11 August 2019
Tours are quite expensive and until end of October it’s too hot for a tour. Better you choose a place you want to see (💕(Grand Mosque, Qasr al Hosn, Emirates Palace, Ethiad Towers, the Corniche etc) and take a taxi. They are very cheap. Or take a bus. You find on Google the bus lines. And don’t miss the Louvre.
Written 21 August 2019
Beachmom3343
Chestertown, Maryland
I am wondering if the boat transportation is included with our Swiss Rail pass?
Written 27 July 2019
yes, it is. as this is a public service, the regular train ticket will also do for it. enjoy your ride.
Written 27 July 2019
mohdsawan
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Hi. Glad that you like it. Would like to know from where did you buy the tickets ?
Written 21 July 2019
You can buy tickets for the boat ride at the main dock where you board the boat at the tip of Old Town.
Written 22 July 2019
Hello! At new year eve, where happens de food fairs? Around entire lake?
Written 15 July 2019
Will a zone 110 get you to the end of the lake?
Written 7 April 2019
Sorry can’t help you specifically. We bought a half lake tour and loved it. In fact we will be returning in August and hook will get on an off the boat. Brilliant.
Written 19 April 2019
I like to have 60 to 90 mt cruise in zurich. if i start from zurich main station, upto where i have to take ticket
Written 27 February 2019
We didn’t take any lake tour was too cold . And I am sorry I can’t answer your question
Written 1 March 2019
I’m swim regularly for fitness & have open water experience. I will be in Zurich from October to mid November. Do people swim in Lake Zurich in non-summer months? Would I look odd wearing a wetsuit?
Written 20 September 2018
People were swimming in the lake in September but not in wetsuits.
Written 27 September 2018
Там что все засрано?? Мусорваляется, заплевано???
Written 27 August 2018
Добрый день. Да нет, вроде чисто было. Может какой-то мусор и прибивает к берегу, а так всё чисто.
Written 28 August 2018
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