About Lake Zurich

This almost banana-shaped lake borders Switzerland’s largest city, Zurich, which is also the country’s banking capital. Lake Zurich is bordered by the cantons of Zurich, St. Gallen and Schwyz. Lake Zurich is one of Switzerland’s most popular leisure destinations. The best way to discover all the lake’s charming towns is by boat, particularly by the popular paddle-steamers that ply the lake, including Rapperswil, whose public gardens feature more than 15,000 rose bushes and lakeside promenade, picturesque Old Town and medieval castle also make this harbor town a popular destination.

Attractions around Lake Zurich

Chapel Bridge

One of the oldest covered bridges in Europe dates back to 1333 and is known as Kapellbruecke in its German-speaking home of Lucerne, Switzerland. Much of 669-foot Chapel Bridge located where Lake Lucerne meets River Reuss had to be reconstructed after a 1993 fire. There are magnificent 17th century paintings inside the bridge portraying the city's and country's history.