Grossmünster – Zurich’s Famous Landmark
| From January 2025 to 2029, renovation work will be carried out on the Grossmünster. Information on the construction work in and around the Grossmünster can be found here. |
The Karlsturm is one of the two towers of Zurich’s landmark, the Grossmünster Church.
The stained glass windows by Sigmar Polke, the Romanesque crypt, the choir windows by Augusto Giacometti, the bronze doors by Otto Münch, and the Reformation Museum in the cloister are just some of the highlights that can be admired here.
The Grossmünster Church is a former monastery built on the graves of the city’s patron saints, Felix and Regula, and is the site of the first secondary school, which according to legend, was founded by Charlemagne. His statue stands on top of the south tower, the Karlsturm. From the nave, 187 steps lead up to the viewing platform. The strenuous climb is well worthwhile: at the top, six large panoramic windows allow a beautiful view over the Old Town and the lake. The terraces are closed for safety reasons.
Price
Admission to visit the Karlsturm
| Adults | CHF 5 |
| Childern (6–16), students | CHF 2 |
| Zürich Card holders | free |
Opening Hours
| Monday | 10.00am – 6.00pm |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10.00am – 6.00pm |
| Wednesday | 10.00am – 6.00pm |
| Thursday | 10.00am – 6.00pm |
| Friday | 10.00am – 6.00pm |
| Saturday | 10.00am – 6.00pm |
| Sunday | 12.30pm – 6.00pm |
March to October:
Monday to Saturday 10.00am – 6.00pm
Open on Sundays after the service
November to February:
Monday to Saturday 10.00am – 5.00pm
Open on Sundays after the service
Address & Contact
| Distance | Travel time | |
|---|---|---|
| Zürich Main Station | 892 m | 9 min |
| Zürich Airport | 9.2 km | 23 min |
Grossmünsterplatz
8001 Zürich
CH
