Plan a fall getaway to Zürich, Switzerland, and add these exciting activities to your list.
Zürich offers travelers autumnal specialties. Delight in a selection of seasonal mushrooms, including porcini, puffball and parasol varieties. These mushrooms are used in seasonal dishes as well as the traditional Swiss fondue at restaurants throughout the city during the fall. Explore the great outdoors in Zürich. Spend an afternoon on Lake Zurich on a sauna boat. If you’re a land lover, explore the city’s more than 70 parks and green spaces.
In its second year, Zurich Design Weeks takes place Aug. 31 –Sept. 19. Switzerland’s largest design festival features special exhibitions, workshops and discussions from prominent brands and designers, held in studios and shops throughout the city.
Foodies, check out FOOD ZURICH, an 11-day food festival highlighting Zurich’s culinary scene. Held Sept. 7–17, guests sample new and traditional Swiss dishes from established and up-and-coming chefs. More than 100 culinary events take place throughout the city, including cooking classes, workshops, tastings and food tours. This year’s theme is Culinary Future, with a focus on health, wellbeing and sustainable food practices.
The fourth annual Digital Art Zurich will be held Oct. 19–29. Taking place at venues throughout the city, the festival presents works from international artists. The exhibitions, panels, talks, workshops and guided tours focus on the influence of digitalization in our everyday lives.
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