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Lake Zurich, Zurich

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Fed by crisp mountain waters, Lake Zurich once served mostly for passenger traffic and cargo transport. Today the sprawling lake counts among Switzerland's top tourist destinations, luring visitors with its sightseeing boat tours, walking paths, and lush parks, set against a chain of photogenic hills. Used to supply clean water to the surrounding cities, the lake is 40 km (25 mi) long and about 3 km (2 mi) wide. The city of Zurich wraps itself around the northwestern end of lake and provides a base for cycling tours and paddle steamer cruises along the sun-kissed and prosperous "Golden Coast." Zurich's well-developed lakefront areas boast several immaculate beaches, a big draw for active vacationers from all over the world. Work out when and for how long to visit Lake Zurich and other Zurich attractions using our handy Zurich itinerary planner.
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  • The pristine waters, surrounded by picturesque landscapes, create a tranquil and enchanting atmosphere. The stunning views of the mountains reflected in the crystal-clear lake are a sight to behold... 
    The pristine waters, surrounded by picturesque landscapes, create a tranquil and enchanting atmosphere. The stunning views of the mountains reflected in the crystal-clear lake are a sight to behold...  more »
  • We enjoyed a super relaxed boat ride on the lake. The scenery is really nice. Fun thing to do when in Zurich 
    We enjoyed a super relaxed boat ride on the lake. The scenery is really nice. Fun thing to do when in Zurich  more »
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  • A huge lake. Beautiful. We went on a boat cruise for two hours. So relaxing. Lovely to watch all the homes and restaurants an the waterfront. A dream of a place.
  • Every second on lake Zurich was a wonderful piece of art. Strongly recommend you to take a boat trip. Definitely worth the time!

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