This easy walk strolls along the eastern banks of Lake Zurich, a popular promenade for both city dwellers and out-of-towners, even in winter.

We like this walk for the lovely views and people watching on weekend afternoons or any nice evening when all of Zurich comes out to stroll and enjoy city life. It's also a wonderful place to watch the sunset, with the beautiful colors reflected on the water.

How to get there

We typically start our walk at Zurich Bellevue, near the Opera house, and end at Zurihorn, about 30 mins (1.8 km). You can walk back the way you came or catch a boat, bus or tram back to the city.

See my walking map.

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For families

The walk is stroller-friendly and car-free, so kids can run around freely (but watch out for bikes). The kids love the big playground near China Garden and the fun stepping stones hidden behind the trees. At about halfway, there is a big playground and park with large grassy areas for lounging and sports.