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Gottschalkenberg snowshoe hike near Zürich

1.5 h
5.2 k
120m
120m

Easy snowshoe trail near Zürich with beautiful panorama views, no gondola required, snowshoe rental on site, restaurants and sledding hill.

Eastern Switzerland

20 FREE Hikes in Switzerland (no cable cars!)

If you want to skip the mountain transport to save money, avoid vertigo or hike outside operating hours, here are lots of gorgeous Swiss hikes with mountain views to choose from.

Switzerland

21 Free places to swim near Zürich

Where you can swim for free in and around Zürich at lakes, rivers, and splash pools for little kids, many with playgrounds and cafes.

16 Free Activities for Kids in Zürich

Ideas for free activities for kids in Zürich, including museums, playgrounds, swimming, biking, nature parks, etc.

Zurich Region

25 FREE hikes near Zürich (no cable cars!)

Best day hikes near Zürich that don’t require mountain transport including mountain peaks, rivers, lakes, & theme trails for kids. The only cost would be parking fees or public transportation back to your starting point.

Switzerland

12 Cheapest destinations in Switzerland

Stay overnight in these Swiss regions to get a free guest card that includes public transportation and either free or heavily discounted mountain transport, and leisure activities.

Kids & Youth “Ski for Free” at Aletsch Arena

At the Aletsch Arena ski resort, kids and youth up to 19 years old ski free on Saturdays, including ski rental and lessons for beginners.

Zurich Ferienplausch: Free Sport Camp

During the first and last week of the Zürich summer school holiday, the city offers a free sport camp.

Reussquelle • Hike to the source of Reuss River

Challenging
4 h
11 k
420m
420m

Hike from the Gotthard pass up to the source of the Reuss river, hiking along a beautiful reservoir on the way.

Free Walking Tour Zurich

Easy
2 k

This free walk around Zürich is a treat for both visitors and residents, an educational and entertaining way to explore the city.

Zurich city free bike rental

How to borrow bikes for free from this city sponsored program, which lends bikes from several locations throughout the city.