Top Things To Do at Christmas In Zurich 2020
Zurich Christmas Markets and Pop Ups
Christmas 2020 In Zurich
Winter in Zurich 2020 is a little different this year, but there is still plenty to see and do. Although the main Christmas Markets are not going ahead and the Swarovski Tree and the Illuminarium are not in place, the Lucy lights will be on in Bahnhofstrasse and there are plenty of sparkling decorations all over town. However, in the light of the stricter Covid measures announced by the Swiss Government on 11th December, you should check the website of the locations listed here to discover their revised opening hours.
Smaller Markets and Pop Ups
There will be some new smaller pop-up markets and designer stalls along with open air bars, which will all help to make Christmas in Zurich a wonderful experience.
Pop Up Venues & Markets
Get into the festive mood with these great locations:
Weihnachtsinsel Zurich
Located at Bauschänzli, just over the bridge from Central, the tiny island has been transformed into a Winter wonderland. Grab your Glühwein or enjoy a Raclette or hot snack and take in the views across the river Limmat towards the Grossmunster.
Address: Bauschänzli, 8001 Zurich
Open: (Please check directly as the times have changed from 12th December 2020 due to the stricter Covid measures).
Visit the Weihnachtsinsel website here
Frau Gerolds Garten
Photo courtesy of Frau Gerolds Garten
There’s always a fun atmosphere at Frau Gerold’s and as well as a great selection of warming drinks and Winter fare, there is also a little gift market every Saturday from now till Christmas.
Address: Frau Gerolds Garten, Geroldstrasse 23/23a, 8005 Zürich
Open: (Please check directly as the times have changed from 12th December 2020 due to the stricter Covid measures).
Visit Frau Gerold’s Winter-Garten website here
Winter-Garte Europaplatz
Photo courtesy of Winter-Garte Europaplatz
Just along from Zurich main Station in Europaallee you will find a festive little area full of lights and warmth. Why not pop by for a snack or a warming drink and soak up the Christmas spirit at the Winter-Garte?
Address: Europaplatz, Europaallee
Open:11th November till 23rd December 2020
Hours: (Please check directly as the times have changed from 12th December 2020 due to the stricter Covid measures).
Visit the Winter-Garte at Europaplatz website here
Winterdorf at Tessinerplatz
Just along from Bahnhof Enge there’s another cosy pop up at Tessinerplatz where you can warm yourself up with a nice hot drink or choose from snacks whilst relaxing outside.
Address: Tessinerplatz, Quartier Enge, 8002 Zürich
Open: 26th November – 23rd December 2020
Hours: (Please check directly as the times have changed from 12th December 2020 due to the stricter Covid measures).
Visit the Winterdorf at Tessinerpltatz website here
Winter Village Uto Kulm
Why not take a trip up to the Uetliberg to the little Winter Village at the top of Uto Kulm? Have a warming Raclette or enjoy a hot mulled wine with terrific views of Zurich.
Open: 19th November – 18th February 2021
Hours: (Please check directly as the times have changed from 12th December 2020 due to the stricter Covid measures).
Other Christmas Activities
From 27th -29th November there is an Advent Market in Zug, there is a small Christmas Gift Market taking place at Monocle in Seefeld on 5th and 6th December and there will be a small non-food Christmas Market taking place on the three squares in Rapperswil from 3rd – 20th December.
Christmas Lights in Bahnhofstrasse
Whatever you do , don’t forget to take a look at the Lucy Christmas Lights along Bahnhofstrasse.
and the Christmas Tree in Sechseläutenplatz
and the cosy atmosphere in Münsterhof
The Christmas tree Hotel Störchen Zurich
and of course the beautiful tree at Paradeplatz
Enjoy exploring Zurich at this magical time!
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