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Explore Zurich: over 100 excursion destinations by public transport

Why wander far afield when there are so many magnificent, fascinating and surprising things to see right on your doorstep? The excursion tips from the Zurich Transport Network provide numerous ideas for excursions in the Zurich region.

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A Postbus travels through the autumn landscape

Tips for excursions near you

Find the perfect autumn excursion with PostBus: whether you prefer a hike through the colourful foliage, a nostalgic vintage bus ride or action on wheels, we have lots of ideas and will take you there and back conveniently by Postbus.

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View of the Irchel tower and the colourful autumn forest on the hike from Pfungen around the Irchel

Pfungen–Irchel trail | zvv.ch

The hike from Pfungen to the Irchel observation tower on a sunny autumn day is particularly beautiful: panorama included.

Go to the Irchel tower
A vintage Postbus in Zurich Oberland

Nostalgic journey through time | zvv.ch

Pure nostalgia: the historic steam railway takes you from Bauma to Hinwil, while the vintage Postbus takes you on a mountain pass journey.

Go back in time
Girl and man with a sitting camel in a meadow on Ben’s camel farm in Oberglatt

Ben’s camel farm in Oberglatt | zvv.ch

A bit like in the Orient: ride a camel, sample flatbread and fresh camel milk and learn lots of interesting facts about the animals.

Go to the camel farm
Man on a skateboard in Eulachpark Winterthur

Eulachpark Winterthur | stadt.winterthur.ch

Action in the skate park or cosy corners for a picnic: Eulachpark offers plenty of free space for games, walks and tranquillity.

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Lynx in Wildnispark Zurich looking into the camera

Predator trail at Wildnispark Zurich | wildnispark.ch

With a bit of patience, wolves, bears and lynx can be spotted in the nature-friendly areas of the Sihlwald forest.

Off to the predator trail
View of the Rhine and the green landscape on the hike from Tössegg to Ebersberg fortress

Tössegg–Ebersberg hike | zvv.ch

In the autumn foliage along the Rhine, hike from Tössegg to the Ebersberg fortress, past Tüfels Chanzle and Rüdlingen.

Lace up your hiking boots
View of the forest landscape from the Albis observation tower

Albis-Hochwacht observation tower | wildnispark.ch

The Albis-Hochwacht observation tower is a destination for many hikes around Zurich and offers stunning views over Albis and Sihlwald.

Go to the observation tower
Cup in a glass cabinet at the FIFA Museum Zurich 

FIFA Museum Zurich | zvv.ch

Marvel at the history of football, unique exhibits and memories of legends such as Maradona at the FIFA Museum.

More about the museum
Building of the Gasthof Gyrenbad from the outside amidst green landscape

Turbenthal–Rämismühle-Zell hike | zvv.ch

Hike to Rämismühle-Zell and stop off at the historic Gasthof Gyrenbad: an enjoyable combination of nature and leisure.

Off to the Zurich Oberland
Adventure golf course with neon lights in Actionworld Obfelden

Actionworld Obfelden | zvv.ch

At the Actionworld in Obfelden, you need to put your body and mind to work: whether it be for adventure golf, a laser tag game or an escape room.

Pure excitement in Obfelden
View of the Glatt River from the Gottfried Keller poet's path from Bülach to Zweidlen

Gottfried-Keller-Dichterweg | zvv.ch

The poet’s path from Bülach to Zweidlen tells of Gottfried Keller’s life and work on information boards.

Discover the poet's path
Church on a hike through the Stammheim vineyards.

Stammheimer Weinberge hike | zvv.ch

Discover the sun-kissed Stammheim vineyards. The picturesque hike takes you through the cultivation areas of 29 different varieties of vine.

Off to Zurich's wine country

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Discover over 100 excursion tips in the Zurich region with the ZVV leisure app, suitable for every season.

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New Ringo trip to the Rhine Falls
Family day trip by public transport

Ringo the Penguin loves water! He travels with his friends from Winterthur to the Rhine Falls, and causes quite a surprise by going for a daring swim!

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ZVV customer service will be happy to help you plan your next trip. Get in touch with the Contact Center for information and tips.

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