Day Trips Near Zurich

Day Trips Near Zurich

Until recently my other job had brought me again and again to Zurich, almost twice a month. Each visit was for about a day or two. Out of my hotel in Orelikon there is a bike rental box.

One day my friend and I decided to rent two bikes and to travel from Orelikon to downtown Zurich. At that time we couldn’t know that this trial will make our and our colleagues future stays in Zurich much different then what it was untill then.

Biking in Zurich is without a doubt the best way to see the sights that the Swiss capital city has to offer. Each year, Zurich’s lovely European architecture, majestic Alpine scenery and numerous outdoor activities draw millions of tourists to its streets. If you’re intending to join them, you should really give serious thought to joining a cycling tour during your trip. No matter what time of the year you visit, cycling in Zurich is guaranteed to be a top-notch tourist experience.

Why Cycle in Zurich?

Of course, the more intrepid explorers may wish to go biking in Zurich on their own. You’ll have the freedom to wander out of the city and explore the many scenic areas in Zurich’s vicinity. Naturally, that means you’ll have to plan your itinerary very meticulously.

Zurich is one of my favorite cities in Europe and it’s even better when seen on bicycle. Millions of tourists agree that the city is simply built for cycling. Give it a try!

Picturesque Landscapes

No visit to Zurich will ever be complete without exploring Switzerland’s renowned natural landscapes. If you want to experience the great outdoors on your Swiss vacation, what better way to do it then on bicycle? You’ll be able to see more with your limited time while enjoying the fresh alpine air and spectacular scenery.

Easy Bicycle Rental

For those biking in Zurich with a local tour guide, your tour operator will definitely have plenty of bicycles for you to choose from.
Even if you decide to venture out on your own, bike rental companies are located all over the city and offer well-maintained bicycles at very reasonable prices. Some of the more popular ones include Rent a Bike, conveniently located at the city’s primary train station and Bike Switzerland Rentals where high-end mountain bikes may be found.

Selected Day Trips Neat Zurich

Zurich to Basel by Bicycle

Cycling Abroad from Zurich to Basel

The cycling trip from Zurich to Basel can be done in one day or in two days.

Trip Summary



Origin	Zurich (Orlikon)
Via	Baden
Destination	Basel
Cycling Distance	87 Km (590m Climb)
Number of Days	1 or 2
Cycling Level	Moderate
Map (Komoot)

Zurich to Stein am Rhein (and back)

Cycling Abroad from Zurich to Stein am Rhein (and back)

Cycling from Zurich to Stein am Rhein (and back) is one of our popular Cycling Abroad trips. It combines all the best that a multi days bicycle touring trip can offer. You will start your journey from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, and finish at Heathrow Airport near London. You will travel crossing the beautiful French countryside, along the courved La Saine River, joining from time to time La Seine à Vélo. You will visiting the village of Auvers-sur-Oise, where Vincent van Gogh made his last paintings, and where he died, and the vilage Giverny, where you can visit Claude Monet’s beautiful Gardens.

Trip Summary



Origin	Zurich (Orlikon)
Via	Stein am Rhein
Destination	Zurich (Orlikon)
Cycling Distance	120 Km (1130m Climb)
Number of Days	2
Cycling Level	Moderate
Map (Komoot)

More Day Trips Near Zurich

Here Are Some More Day Trips Near Zurich

A short trip with my kids from Orlikon to Kloten Airport along the Glatt (1 day, 16 miles – 25 km)
Orelikon – Regensberg – Dielsdorf – Rhine River – Eglisau, and back to Zurich along the Glatt (via Bulach) (1 day, 40 miles – 60 km)
Zurich – Dubendorf – Kyburg Castel – Winterthur and back to Zurich via Kloten (1 day, 40 miles – 60 km)
Orelikon to Eglisau (along the Glatt), along the Rhine River to the Toss River, via Embrach back to Orelikon (1 day, 40 miles – 70 km)
From Orelikon to Baden and back along the Limmat River (1 day, 30 miles – 50 km)
From Orelikon to Baden and back via Dielsdorf (1 day, 40 miles – 60 km)
Orelikon to Schaffhausen and back via Winterthur (2 days, 80 miles – 130 km)
Circle Around the Greefensee (1 day, 25 miles – 40 km)
From Zug to Luzern and back (1 day, 40 miles – 70 km)
One way from Zurich to Basel (1 day, 60 miles – 110 km)
Orelikon – Greefensee – Rapperswil, and back along the east bank of lake Zurich (1 day, 40 miles – 60 km)
Zurich – Sihlwald – and back along the Sihl River (1 day, 30 miles – 50 km)

Day Trips Near Zurich Photo Gallery

Kyburg Castel
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Looking over Regensberg
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Between Winterthur and Zurich
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With the “beast” near Baden
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Bicycle tours Switzerland Memories near the Rhine
(4 years before our Rhine River Tour)
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Navigation on the way back from Stein am Rhine
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Stopping by the Greefensee
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Kids on their bicycle tours Switzerland (with their father)
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Links About Day Trips Near Zurich

Komoot – The Best bicycle trip planning and tracking tool

Bicycle Route Planner

My own Rhine River Tour.

SwitzerlandMobility – Cycling in Switzerland – One of the best cycling applications!

Take a look at this great web site about bike riding in Switzerland (including high resolution maps).