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Urban Surf Zurich

Urban Surf – Surfing in Zurich

Beyond the waves, the venue offers a vibrant, beach-like vibe, with a relaxed hangout area where surfers swap stories and enjoy the sun.

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Singh

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Belvoir park – A City Oasis on The Lake

Pass by on a sunny summer morning to immerse yourself in to the tranquillity of meadows, lily ponds and shadows of century-old trees.

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Ellen-Aleksandra

Svorjova

Feb 9, 2025
Palavrion Grill Zurich

Palavrion Grill – Where is the beef?

"Palavrion Grill" restaurant Zurich has an amazing bio-beefsteak tatar. In the summer it is possible to sit outside - I love people watching here.

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Miltiadis

Sarakinos

Feb 9, 2025
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Churrasco Steakhouse & Bar – Argentinian steakhouse

"Churrasco Steakhouse & Bar" in Zurich is an expensive Argentinian restaurant, but the prices are definitely reflected on the quality of red meat...

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Miltiadis

Sarakinos

Feb 7, 2025
Sauna Enge Zurich

Sauna Enge – In love with Zürisee

"Sauna Enge" Zurich is one of my favorite saunas in town. There are three cabins - one of which (my favorite one) is reserved for women...

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Miltiadis

Sarakinos

Feb 7, 2025
Yan Ruyi Zurich

Yan Ruyi – Mighty duck

"Yan Ruyi" in Zurich serves the best dim sum and pecking duck in Zurich. There, I've said it. I know there will be people who disagree, but they're wrong.

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Emma

O'Connell

Feb 7, 2025
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La Lumière – Bon appetit

"La Lumière" in Zurich is a French restaurant that's actually good! OK, I'm a bit biased, I've had very positive experiences with friends here.

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Miltiadis

Sarakinos

Feb 7, 2025
BIMI Zurich

BIMI – Japanese restaurant

"BIMI" in Zurich is a restaurant with a simple and unpretentious environment; its luxury lies in the flavor. For a main course I recommend the beef filet.

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Miltiadis

Sarakinos

Feb 7, 2025
Wühre Café Zurich

Wühre Café – Typical Zurich

"Wühre Café" Zurich is a small cozy café is situated along the waterline of Limmat, perfect to visit on a warm sunny day to get a splash of sunlight...

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Miltiadis

Sarakinos

Feb 7, 2025
Goethe Bar Zurich

Goethe Bar – (Brasserie Schiller)

"Goethe Bar" in Zurich - 'The bar is good, the restaurant would not be my first choice', she said, standing there... 'The public tends to be upper class'.

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Miltiadis

Sarakinos

Feb 7, 2025
Terrasse Café Zurich

Terrasse Café – All from one hand

"Terrasse Café" in Zurich has nothing special yet it's an excellent choice for all occasions. I find it ideal for a snack, a complete meal, a late drink...

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Miltiadis

Sarakinos

Feb 7, 2025
Onyx Bar - Hyatt Hotel Zurich

Onyx Bar - Hyatt Hotel – The bold & the beautiful

"Onyx Bar - Hyatt Hotel" Zurich is best known as the Hyatt bar rather. A spot the I favor because it feels classy and sinful at the same time!

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Miltiadis

Sarakinos

Feb 7, 2025

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