Pfaffikon Things to Do

Kyburg castle, which dates from the Middle Ages, is the largest in Eastern Switzerland. Part of the castle is now a museum, which houses a collection of armors and antiques. In the 15th Century, the city of Zurich acquired the... more

Linked to the School for Art and Design, the Museum for Design shows everything about art, centering around themes in Design, Architecture, Visual Communication, Culture of the Everyday, Photography, and Art and the Media. Ever... more

This biennial medieval festival is all about fun, music, ancient culture, theatrical acts, handicrafts and more. High energy is on display in lively dances, sword fights, and acrobatic acts. Food-stalls lure visitors with aroma... more

The Grossmunster is possibly Zurich's best-known landmark. The crypt, dating from the latter part of the 11th century, counts amongst the oldest surviving elements of the original Carolingian Münster (or cathedral). The 12th ce... more

The largest museum collection in Switzerland devoted to cultural history is housed in the Swiss National Museum. Museum tours take you on a trip to Prehistoric period through ancient times, then onto the Middle Ages and eventua... more

The Palazzo Colombino held in a magical mirrored tent, enthralls thousands of visitors every year from all around the world. Enjoy a gourmet and entertainment extravaganza surrounded by environs made to look like the original S... more

Watch local and international skating champs zoom past on their way around the Lake Zurich on a 35-kilometer (22-mile) course race during this annual event. Young and old professionals whiz off towards the coveted trophy amidst... more

Jazznojazz welcomes you to a musical treat. In the past, popular jazz artists like Manu Katché, Nik Bärtsch, Brad Mehldau, Joe Lovano and Raul Midón have performed live at various concert venues throughout the city. The festiva... more

The Silvesterzauber der Zürcher Hoteliers Organization arranges a massive street-fest to ring in the New Year with great gusto, attracting more than 1,50,000 people each year! The highlights of the celebrations are the colorful... more

The Amadeus Choir welcomes Christmas with chamber music performances each year. The pieces chosen are usually those composed by the biggest names of all time, such as Austria's renowned composer Joseph Haydn. If you are a lover... more