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- Duration1 hr 40 min
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Overview
Discover the pulsating heart of Zurich, a city built on fascinating contradictions. From the quiet, old cobblestones of Lindenhof to the gleaming, billion-dollar vaults at Paradeplatz, this Red Thread Tour shows you how a strict Protestant work ethic created a global financial empire. You follow the Limmat through time and stand where martyrs lost their heads, where a radical monk ignited a religious revolution, and where the Dadaists declared war on meaning itself. Come with me and decipher the duality of a city that is simultaneously strict and opulent, disciplined and wildly rebellious. - 1.9 km self-guided tour with 8 stations over 100 min. - Ideal for everyone interested in power, protest, public spaces, and power, protest in public space Excitingly told in a podcast style by experts and locals - Suitable audio content, AI guide, and navigation via the app
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What's included
- Exciting audio output in podcast style with experts and locals
- Interactive guide in the app for questions about history and surroundings
- Verified facts incorporated into an exciting story
- Point-to-point navigation between stops
Itinerary
- 1
Lindenhof Hill
10 min
The historical core of Zurich, which offers a wide panoramic view of the Limmat and the old town.
- 2
Paradeplatz
10 min
The epicenter of the Swiss banking district, which illuminates Zurich's reputation as a global financial center.
- 3
Fraumunster Church
10 min
A former abbey with breathtaking stained-glass windows by Marc Chagall, representing Zurich's deep artistic heritage.
- 4
Munsterbrucke
10 min
The bridge that connects the Fraumünster and the Grossmünster and serves as a physical and narrative link between two different identities.
- 5
Stop 5
10 min
The Water Church, legendary place of execution of the Zurich patrons, which adds an ancient myth to the religious narrative.
- 6
Grossmunster
10 min
The cradle of the German-Swiss Reformation, characterized by its strict interior and the iconic twin towers.
- 7
Cabaret Voltaire
10 min
The birthplace of the Dada movement, which offers a rebellious artistic contrast to Protestantism.
- 8
Stop 8
10 min
A large historic café where intellectuals gathered and embodied Zurich's role as a neutral refuge.
Meeting point and pickup
Meeting point
From Zurich Main Station to Lindenhof by local public transport. From the nearest stop, it is a few minutes' walk to Lindenhof, Zurich, Switzerland. Please check the current connection with the local transport association on the day of travel.
End point
Walk from Café Odeon to the nearest stop and take local public transport back to Zurich Main Station. The starting point is Café Odeon, Zurich, Switzerland. Please check the current connection on the day of travel.
Good to know
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Thank you for your Booking Referral! We are very much looking forward to giving you a great tour experience with the Red-Thread app. Since it is a self-guided tour, you have complete freedom: You start whenever suits you — at your own pace, without time pressure or a fixed group. So you redeem your voucher: 1. Download the app: Download the free app "Red Thread: Discover Homeland" on the Apple App Store or Google Play. Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/de/app/red-thread-discover-home/id6757938513 Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.voltaire.redthread 2. Redeem code: Open the app, scan the QR code on your ticket — or enter your voucher code. 3. For groups: Each person needs the app on their own smartphone and enters their own code from the ticket — one code per person. After redemption, you have 14 days of access — the time runs from redemption, not from Booking Referral. More information on our website: https://redthread.world We wish you a lot of fun on your Red-Thread tour!
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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