Among the high Alpine peaks, Lake Zurich, unusual in its shape and unique in its purity, is hidden. Created by nature in the shape of a crescent, the lake is a favorite place for celebrities and ordinary people, all those who want to stay alone with nature for a few days, in silence.
Lake vacation
Despite its wide popularity, the lake is not considered a popular resort area. On its shore there are small hotels or houses for rent. However, a good rest for those who came to swim and sunbathe will not work. The grassy beaches along the entire perimeter of Lake Zurich are not equipped for a full-fledged beach holiday. Mostly tourists come to these places to get acquainted and walk along the ancient streets of the city, as well as take a cruise on the lake, which is forty kilometers long and two hundred meters deep.
Despite the fact that the description of Lake Zurich does not shine with bright colors, there is definitely something to do here. Especially for lovers of active water recreation. At the service of tourists -windsurfing, diving, water skiing. Sailing and yachting occupies a special position among the preferences of tourists. And of course, fishing. The best in Europe.
The region is also rich in overland entertainment. Basically, these are mountain walks with a visit to local villages where you can buy the freshest dairy products, vegetables and meat. Lovers of antiquity will find excellent routes to ancient castles and churches, of which there are many preserved on Lake Zurich.
The period of festivals and national holidays is a special time for locals and tourists. Funny performances take place on the streets, playgrounds are being built, cruise ships offer routes with a special entertainment program that includes songs and dances.
How to get there
From Moscow, as well as from St. Petersburg, there are direct flights to Zurich. If you decide to go to the lake while on a trip to Europe, you can get on comfortable trains from all European cities.
You can rent a car to slowly enjoy the views of the Alpine villages, stop at dairy farms, try local food and drinks. In addition, if you are considering all options for how to get to Lake Zurich, do not ignore river transport. For this purpose, about twenty ferries and cruise liners of the Stadt Zurich company, as well as five steamships of the Stadt Rappelswil company, ply the lake surface. Interestingly, steamship companies have been operating since 1909.
Cruises and riverwalks
Lake Zurich in Switzerland is famous for its cruises. The season starts in April and ends in October. The main departure point for liners is the Burkliplatz pier in Zurich. Here you can not only buy a ticket for a lake walk, which lasts an hour and a half. You can also rent a boat here, which is a pleasure to ride along the Limmat River, which flows into the lake and feeds it with its waters.
Water walks at dawn and before sunset are especially popular. For the sake of this spectacle, tourists come to Lake Zurich not only from nearby cities. Here you can meet people from all over Europe and even America.
The small village of Rappelswil, which is also a large port for water transport, is a zone for a comfortable life. Real estate in this part of Zurich, although expensive, is well-maintained according to all the canons of architecture.
Upper and Lower Lakes
Before choosing a holiday on Lake Zurich, the photo of which is presented in the article, remember that there are two of them. One is shallow, overgrown with dense thickets of reeds and water lilies. Guides and experienced tourists recommend this place to those who prefer a relaxing holiday with a fishing rod in their hands. You won’t swim there much and you won’t frolic in the water, but for fishermen the place is ideal. This is all Lake Superior.
With the Lower Lake, everything is exactly the opposite. It strikes with its depth, and this place is a great option for diving enthusiasts and all kinds of deep diving. On the territory of the Lower Lakethere are beaches equipped for swimming with clean, grass-free shores. There you can spend time with children, sunbathe and swim in the clear waters of Lake Zurich.
Hotels and guest houses
On the shores of the lake there is no such problem as the lack of hotels. Vice versa. Along the coast, in different directions, there are whole groups of small cozy hotels and guest houses. I must say that in general, the cost of the hotel fund in Zurich is quite high, and you will not find ordinary European hostels here. Be prepared to pay for a day of your stay in a comfortable hotel from $ 50 per day. For this amount, you will be provided with all the items necessary for a comfortable everyday life, as well as a he althy breakfast made from products delivered by local farmers directly to the table.
Reviews of tourists
Lake Zurich and its surroundings are not in great demand among travelers who prefer the warm waters of the ocean and hot sand under their feet. However, those who have visited this alpine gem are very satisfied with their trip and do not regret it at all. According to the tourists, everything is exactly as the travel agencies imagined, and the place met their expectations. Tourists praise the dishes prepared in local restaurants, drinks, and especially wine. He is advised to try it even for those who do not drink alcohol at all. Travelers love cruising, which is what an alpine holiday is all about.
