Travel and transport agencies Zurich

There's nothing more pleasant than visiting Zurich by bike: sure, the old town is made of cobblestones, so it's less conducive to cycling, but the lakeside promises some lovely, bucolic rides. The association Suisse Roule, which operates in several cities and aims to improve the integration of unemployed people and asylum seekers, lends out bicycles in return for a deposit and proof of identity. It is also possible to reserve electric or cargo bikes. Easy, economical and practical, it's ideal!

Over 2,900 trains (including 900 long-distance trains) pass through Zurich station every day, making it one of the busiest railway stations in the world, built in 1847. Centrally located, it is a major rail hub for neighboring cities and countries. You can get there by S-Bahn, bus (lines 31 and 46), streetcar or bus. Good to know: a locker is open Monday to Sunday from 4.15 a.m. to 1.15 a.m. More information on the website.

Zurich International Airport is an important air hub. It serves many destinations, especially in Europe, such as Brussels, Paris, Lyon and Nice, as well as the national airports of Geneva, Basel-Mulhouse and Lugano. It is very easy to reach the city centre in about ten minutes: by train, tram or bus. For taxis, there is a taxi rank outside arrivals halls 1 and 2 (CHF 70).

The Polybahn, an old funicular often referred to as the Student Express, transports visitors from Central to the panoramic terrace (Polyterrasse) between the Polytechnic and the University of Zurich at an altitude of 176 m. The two historic red cabins can accommodate 50 people for a 90-second ride. To get there, you can walk from Zurich's main train station to the Central (main square). A very quick but unmissable attraction during your visit to the city.

If you are planning a trip to Switzerland by car, the question of parking is worth asking, especially in the city of Zurich. In the city centres, finding a parking space is not always easy and can quickly become a headache. To help you, you can count on the website and the application of the Parkleitsystem Stadt Zürich. By logging in, you can get all the information you need about the city's car parks: the number of free spaces in real time, the opening hours, the rates and an extract of the city map.

The ZVV is the public transport company that operates the bus, tram, river shuttle and suburban train network (the S-Bahn) in Zurich. The tram and bus network is extremely dense, well connected and punctual. This is an ideal way to get around! The transport system operates from 5.30 a.m. to after midnight and is replaced from Friday to Sunday inclusive by the night buses and S-Bahn. A night service that operates from 1am to 9am (a supplement of 5 CHF must be paid).

The Zürich Card allows you to use the entire streetcar, bus, train and boat network, as well as the funiculars in and around the city, without limit. Free admission to most of the city's museums, plus 10% discount in a selection of almost 20 stores. On presentation of this card, over 30 restaurants will offer you a surprise such as an aperitif. The card is available at the airport, the tourist office at the main station, from the Zurich Navigation Company (VBZ) or online.