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Daytrip to Lucerne

Posted by Anneliese 23 July 2011

Lucerne is only 45 minutes (with the railway) from Zurich. There is the beautiful Lake Lucerne, which has mountains around it and a famous old town. It is not so overcrowded as Zurich and much more relaxed. You can swim in the lake either in the lido (for a fee) or the equally beautiful "Ufschütti" (for free). The "Ufschütti" is near the railway station (ask for the way, many people in Lucerne speak English). You can also make boat trips on the lake, climb one of the many mountains around the lake or visit the old town.

With the train from Zurich Mainstation to Lucerne (every 30 minutes a train). www.luzern.com/en/
Google map: bit.ly/qqiXmg

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Cafe Conditorei Schober

Posted by Mpho78 28 October 2010

After a bracking walk along Lake Zurich in winter this is one of the best places to find a warm drink or even a glass of champagne and while away some time. Set in the heart of the old town this Cafe-Conditorei serves an excellent selection teas and coffees, the hot chocolate with cream on top is particularly good. Set on three different levels, each with a distinct feel, with the cafe at the front with an amazing selection of sweet treats on offer and a smart bar at the rear. My favorite place to find a seat is the luxuriously appointed middle level. Gold-gilted chairs with soft velvety cusions, low-beamed ceiling and plush carpet all add to the cosy atmosphere. If you are lucky someone will be playing the piano to help you while away your time.

Napfgasse 4, 8001, Zurich.
Tel: +41 44 251 51 50
www.cafe-conditorei-schober.ch
Google map: bit.ly/a5tJHL
Nearest tram stop is Rathaus.

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Rheinfelder Bierhaus

Posted by KebinEbans 15 July 2010

In the heart of the old town a popular local haunt, small enough to be intimate and decorated in the local wooden style. Almost everything comes with rosti, the ubiquitous Swiss 'hash brown' (grated, pan-fried potato) such as steak, sausage, kidney and liver, plus there's a viable selection of vegetarian courses, a pasta (described as dumplings) with Swiss cheese and mixed vegetables was delicious. Wines are by the glass and carafe and feature Swiss reds.

Marktgasse 19, 8001 Zürich,
+41 (0)44 251 29 91
Google map: bit.ly/9gNw6o

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Café Sphères

Posted by Luke74 18 November 2009

Its a café, bar and book store. Cool place close to the Limmat.

www.spheres.cc/
Hardturmstrasse 66
CH-8005 Zürich
044 440 66 22

Google map: tinyurl.com/ygh4owe

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Population:
0.366m
Currency:
Swiss franc
Time zone:
GMT+1
Dialling code:
+41 (0) 44