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12 Zürich Christmas Markets – with map! (2025)

The best places to enjoy the Christmas spirit in Zürich city, including Christmas markets, festive winter gardens and holiday activities.

Zurich Region

Best Snowshoe Trails near Lucerne

Our favorite snowshoe trails in the Lake Lucerne region, including Engelberg, Mythen Region, Uri Canton, and Obwalden.

Lake Lucerne Region

15 Best Cheese Fondue in Zürich

Where to eat fondue in Zürich during winter including Christmas markets, fondue chalets, and fondue rides on trams, trains and tuk-tuks.

Eastern Switzerland

Schönhalden Gampergalt – Easy Snowshoe Trail

Moderate
1.5 h
3.6 k
230m
230m

Short and easy snowshoe loop through open meadows with mountain views and some shady forest. Good for beginners.

Eastern Switzerland

Malans Vineyard Hike

Easy
2.75 h
10.4 k
293m
273m

Easy walk through the Rhine valley wine-growing region, particularly beautiful in late October for fall colors.

Graubünden

Christmas in Zürich – Calendar of Events (2025)

Calendar of fun Christmas activities and events in Zurich, including Santa experiences for kids.

Switzerland

12 Best Zurich Chocolate Shops & Walking Tour

Easy
1.5 h
3.3 k
10m
8m

Visit the best chocolate shops in Zürich while seeing the best parts of city on this self-guided walking tour.

Zurich Region

Aarau Carrot Market (Rüeblimärt)

What to expect at this one-day carrot festival held each November in Switzerland. Discover what to see and why this colorful market is worth a visit.

Northwest Switzerland

25 Fun Things to Do for Christmas Break near Zürich (2025)

What to do near Zürich during the Christmas school holidays, including Christmas markets still open, festive winter gardens, lantern walks, and New Year’s Eve celebrations.

Switzerland

10 Places to Ski in November in Switzerland

Ski resorts in Switzerland that open in November for early season skiing, including glaciers and high elevation resorts.

Switzerland

Bern Onion Market Festival (Zibelemärit)

Everything you need to know about visiting the November onion festival in Bern Switzerland, including finding the best onion braids, how to get there, what to eat, and fun traditions.

Northwest Switzerland

Kronberg – Family Mountain near Appenzell

Visit this fun mountain area near Appenzell with a coaster, zipline-park, fairytale playground, and spectacular views of the Alpstein mountain range.

Eastern Switzerland