Bahnhofstrasse Zurich
Zurich Old Town Walking Tour
Bahnhofstrasse is one of the most exclusive shopping streets in the world. Countless locals and visitors from all over the world come here every day. It is hard to believe that until 1854, this luxury mile was probably a stinking moat.
If you want to find out more about the past and the development of one of the world’s most expensive pedestrian zones, take part in the Zurich Old Town Walking Tour. It starts at the Main Station and right at the beginning leads along Bahnhofstrasse.
Christmas on Bahnhofstrasse
During the Christmas season, the “Lucy” Christmas lights – a sparkling starry firmament comprising more than 23,000 LED lights – shine out high above shoppers’ heads. Every now and then the magical Märlitram trundles past, while market stalls on Werdmühleplatz and in front of the Globus department store serve mulled wine and raclette and the stores have extended opening hours.