Winterthur houses 16 museums which are often located in romantic parks. The Oskar Reinhart collections («Am Römerholz», «Am Stadtgarten»), the Villa Flora and the Art Museumhave achieved international fame. In addition, this city of culture is regarded as the European competence center for photography, thanks to the Photographic Museum and the Swiss Photographic Foundation.

Winterthur’s heart pulsates in the pedestrian zone of the picturesque Old Town – shops, restaurants, markets and festivals breathe life into the historic walls.

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And it’s all just 20 minutes away from Zürich City.

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Zug is welcoming and full of attractions. The historic center features castles, towers, magnificent villas, and the Zytturm (clock tower), landmark of the city of the Kyburg. Numerous specialty restaurants delight the palate, and the two lakes invite visitors to take easy-going boat trips. The Höllgrotten caves are some of Switzerland’s most beautiful dripstone caves and a popular destination. Zug invites visitors to experience unforgettable moments.

And it’s all just 25 minutes away from Zürich City.

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The region around Lake Zürich is a natural paradise. Sports enthusiasts can discover this diverse region by hiking around the Lake Zürich Trail. There are numerous sights worth visiting and impressive natural attractions along the route, as well as restaurants offering regional delicacies to be discovered. A boat trip on Lake Zürich is essential for those who want to take it easy. A visit to the medieval town of Rapperswil with its castle and Switzerland’s longest wooden bridge is also highly recommended.

And it’s all just 35 minutes away from Zürich City.

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