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The official language of Winterthur is German, [note 1] but the main spoken language is the local variant of the Alemannic Swiss German dialect, Zürich German. Winterthur is usually abbreviated as Winti in the local dialect and by its inhabitants. Winterthur is connected to Germany by direct trains and has links to Zurich Airport.
Winterthur is a city with a rich cultural heritage and a green environment. Explore its museums, parks, castles, festivals and events in the Zurich Region.
8401 Winterthur. +41 (0)52 208 01 01. touristinfo@houseofwinterthur.ch. Website. Tourist Information. Im Hauptbahnhof. 8400 Winterthur. +41 (0)52 208 01 01. +41 (0)52 208 01 99.
- Marktgasse. Explore the old part of Winterthur and shop at the same time on lively, busy Martgasse. Switzerland’s largest car-free zone is where local farmers and traders come to sell their wares and where tourists come to browse for high-end merchandise.
- Oskar Reinhart Museum. The Oskar Reinhart Museum in the Stadgerten (City Garden) is not to be missed while in Winterthur, especially if you appreciate world-class art.
- Wildpark Bruderhaus. An adventurous destination for everyone, Wildpark Bruderhaus is an animal park located on a forested hill called the Eschenburg on Winterthur’s south end.
- Restaurant Goldenberg. Dine on delicious dishes like Poulet Piccata and Spaghetti Pesto along with a portion of rich history at the Restaurant Goldenberg.
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Winterthur is a former industrial city that offers 17 museums, festivals, and a pedestrian zone. Just 20 minutes from Zurich Main Station, you can enjoy music, art, and technology in Switzerland’s sixth largest city.
Winterthur is a city in northern Switzerland, founded in 1175 and inherited by Zürich in 1467. It has a rich history, a cultural hub, and a famous picture gallery.
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