r/zurich • • Nov 20 '23

Visiting Zürich? Looking for recommendations? Have a quick question? Ask here, don't create a new thread.

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Welcome to r/zurich, please be respectful of the locals, and their wish to have a subreddit that's more than a tourist information stand. However, feel free to ask in this thread if you have any questions!

Travelling in Zürich?

Visiting Zürich?

Visiting Switzerland?

This is a subchannel about Zürich. We don't care about the rest of Switzerland. For questions regarding Switzerland see https://www.reddit.com/r/askswitzerland/


r/zurich • • 2h ago

ihaveaquestion What gym do you guys go to?

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Im training at activfitnnes right now, but im thinking about switching at the end of my yearplan, beacuse they are only open till 10 and open at 8. Im looknig for something that maybe has 24h opening times, dosnt have to be the modernst gym, locatet in the wiedikon erea and is same in price/cheaper than activfitnnes (700 a year i think)

What are your expiriences?


r/zurich • • 1d ago

rant Alright, which of you clowns vandalised my train in this economy, this time of day, and delayed it this much?

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Apparently the S12 was delayed so much due to vandalism. I know this happens but at this time of day 😅? I have so many questions. Does anyone have answers what happened?

But also, thanks dick head.


r/zurich • • 37m ago

lookingfor Hochdeutsch üben in Zürich – hat jemand Lust?

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Ich bin vor 2 Wochen hierher gezogen und möchte mit dem Deutschlernen weitermachen. Mein Hochdeutsch ist ungefähr auf B2-Niveau, und ich suche Leute mit einem ähnlichen Niveau, mit denen ich üben kann. Wenn es genug Interesse gibt, kann ich gerne eine kleine Gruppe für Kaffee oder Bier organisieren.

Ich bin 32 und Amerikaner, also ist auch ein Tandem mit Englisch möglich.


r/zurich • • 6m ago

lookingfor Obgyn Recommendations? (incl. rant about IUD)

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Got my IUD replaced yesterday and it was a horrible experience. I specifically asked for pain management because the process is extremely painful for me, and I detailed that the first time I got one I passed out from the pain, and I think I have some form of medical PTSD from the experience. The doctor was dismissive and said any sort of numbing or local anesthesia was completely unnecessary.

I am very sensitive to pain, and I have been since I was young, I've always known this about myself. She kept reassuring me the cervical relaxers would be enough. I listened because she is a doctor and the first time I didn't even have relaxers given to me, but she was completely wrong, and I was crying and shaking and trying to keep my composure despite the pain when she clasped the cervix (you know, how they literally stab it to stabilize it), but at the removal it was so painful I screamed. At this point she should have offered some pain mediation, but instead she looked at me blankly and said "That wasn't even the worst part." Already it felt like I had been stabbed with a knife.

Of course the next insertion was so much worse that a nurse ran in to check on us. After, she said something about how the pain is mostly in my head as a fear response anyway. It absolutely was not. IUD insertion is the most painful thing I have experienced in my life, and yes I have broken a bone before. She also commented that she hopes I don't have more PTSD from this experience, as if she even attempted to help me through it in some way.

Anyway, I am learning German since I just moved here, but unfortunately I am not at the level yet where I can see a doctor in German. I have to get the IUD placement checked in 6 weeks, so I'd like to visit an alternative location to this one where they speak English.

The name of the practice was SihlGyn, I'd appreciate any alternative suggestions in the Zürich area. I know most doctors aren't taking new patients, and this place had great reviews but somehow it was still awful. I've never had an OBGYN that DOESNT dismiss my pain as if I'm faking it or some kind of baby that just needs to grow up.


r/zurich • • 1d ago

news VIP Sitze / Neue Sitze / Bestuhlung bei der Verkehrs Betriebe Zürich ?

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r/zurich • • 21h ago

news Besetzer des Zürcher Lindenhofs hinterlassen 2,2 Tonnen Abfall.

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Die Besetzerinnen und Besetzer des Lindenhofs in Zürich haben 2,2 Tonnen Abfall hinterlassen. Die Entfernung von Sprayereien dürfte bis zu 40'000 Franken kosten. Wer für die Besetzung am letzten Augustwochenende verantwortlich war, weiss der Stadtrat nicht.


r/zurich • • 16h ago

lookingfor Looking for a Techno Buddy to go out this Friday

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Hey everyone,

I’m M33 and I’m looking to find some people to go out this Friday.

None of my usual friends are free and I figured it wouldn’t hurt to meet someone new to go dance with.

A bit about me:
- I speak Schwizerdütsch, English and Italian
- I’m into Melodic Techno, Tech House and Hard Techno.
- I’m looking to dance mostly and just vibe.
- I’m pretty chill respectful and a bit introverted.

What I'm looking for:
Ideally, looking for a small group or just one person to meet up with beforehand for a drink, and then head to the club together. I’m not looking for anything sketchy, just good music and good vibes.

If you’re open for a +1, drop a comment or shoot me a DM!

Let’s get lost in the music! 🖤


r/zurich • • 5h ago

lookingfor Looking for a concert buddy to join me for the show in Switzerland (ZH) on Nov 18th [BE NOT AFRAID World Tour]

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r/zurich • • 11h ago

ihaveaquestion Apero nach ETH-Defensio in Zürich – Tipps für Location und Organisation gesucht

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Hallo zusammen!
Meine Frau hat Ende November ihre Defensio an der ETH Zürich, und ich würde gerne im Anschluss einen kleinen Apéro für sie mit ihren Kolleg:innen und Freund:innen organisieren.

Ich habe mich schon ein bisschen umgeschaut, allerdings liegen die Angebote, die ich bisher gefunden habe, bei etwa 65 CHF pro Person als Pauschale. Ich würde gerne etwas Schönes organisieren, mit ein paar Snacks und Häppchen sowie Getränken, ohne dass es gleich so teuer wird.
Deshalb wollte ich fragen, ob jemand von euch schon einmal einen Apéro in Zürich organisiert hat und ein paar Tipps teilen kann. Mich würden vor allem folgende Dinge interessieren:

Locations: Kennt ihr schöne und bezahlbare Orte, die man für einen Apéro mieten kann?
Organisation: Habt ihr Catering gebucht oder Essen und Getränke selbst organisiert?
Kosten: Mit welchem Budget pro Person sollte man ungefähr rechnen?

Ich bin für alle Tipps und Erfahrungsberichte dankbar, insbesondere für Empfehlungen zu Locations oder Anbietern in Zürich!


r/zurich • • 15h ago

lookingfor Deutsch Sprachtandem

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Hallo Zusammen! Kennt jemand gute Orte oder Gruppen für eine deutsch-Sprachtandem? Ich spreche Italienisch, Englisch und Spanisch und wurde gerne regelmäßig deutsch üben. danke viel mal für eure Tipps :)


r/zurich • • 2h ago

lookingfor Bald weekend und du weisch nöd was mache? hoizueri.ch hilft

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cooli chlini Website. Mega übersichtlich gmacht.


r/zurich • • 23h ago

ihaveaquestion Looking for peoples experiences taking their driving test in Hinwil

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Salli zemme,

Ich han ahfang Januar mini praktischi Autoprüefig in Hinwil und bin recht nervös. Die meiste lüüt ih mim Umfeld hend Prüefig scho vor Jahre ide Stadt Züri gmacht, und chönd mir deswege nöd vill wieterhelfe (hauptsächlich will sie vergesse hönd wie d'prüefig überhaupt gsi isch). Deswege hani denkt ich frög mal da ide Community na. 1. Wo ungefähr sind ihr dure gfahre? 2. Wie vill Autobahn sinder gfahre (de Teil macht mich sehr nervös) 3. wie lang gaht prüefig epe? Ich han scho alles vo 30min bis zu 1h ghört 4. Irgendwelchi Tipps, oder suschti good to know pünkt? 5. Het de Prüfer eu frage gstellt? Danke!

Translation for non-Swiss German speakers:

Hello,

In early January I will be taking my practical driving test in Hinwil and feel quite nervous. My friends/ family members have already completed their tests years ago in Zürich city and unfortunately kinda forgot most of the test, so they're not able to give me any good feedback. So, I thought I could ask here: 1. Do you remember the route you took? 2. How long was the highway stretch you had to drive? (I am especially nervous about this) 3. How long was the whole test? 4. Do you have any other tips or points that are important to know? 5. Were you asked questions? Thank you!


r/zurich • • 23h ago

lookingfor Recommended fishing spots on Zürisee? (Public-transport accesible)

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Hey, folks!

Looking for recommendations on spots to fish that are accessible with public transportation on Zürisee.

I am new to fishing in the area and am not quite sure I understand ... can I just pop up on any lake-side spot and drop my line in? I have not been able to find information on designating fishing areas. (Except for the fact that there is the general no-fishing area in the northernmost, downtowrn corner of the lake.)

Thanks so much! Cheers.


r/zurich • • 19h ago

lookingfor Zurich house heads, where are u?

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Hey! I’m Stephan, I play as Boy Sonic and co-run Bitch Pleaze, a house music project to say at least.

I’m mostly into Chicago house, with some Detroit hypnosis, New York grooves and a soft spot for dirty disco. The sort of person who goes looking for one record and resurfaces three hours later.

I’d love to meet more people in Zürich who share that excitement: DJs, producers, party organisers, record collectors or people who always know where the good music is happening.

Would be lovely to swap discoveries, mix together, go dancing, support each other’s nights and see whether any ideas turn into something. I can bring records, experience putting on parties and considerable enthusiasm for a good bassline.
Finding your people here can take a little effort, so here’s me making some. If this sounds like your corner of the scene, say hi! Coffee or a record shop wander would be a good place to start 🙂


r/zurich • • 1d ago

ihaveaquestion HB escalator working only in the morning?

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It's been months now that the HB escalator for platforms 42/43 is stuck going down but not in the mornings.

Since it's always working in the mornings, I assume it's not a fault, but something intended. Someone told me they are already stuck at noon.

What's going on? What's the reason to keep an escalator working in the morning but stop it later on till the next morning?!? Is this a new original way to fight climate changes or to force swiss people to do more exercise?


r/zurich • • 1d ago

ihaveaquestion Moving to Schlieren (single/unmarried)?

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Plenty of affordable new 2.5 & 3.5 room apartments are being built in Schlieren close to the 2 tram line and Bahnhof Schlieren. I’ve seen older discussions focusing mainly on families and schools, so I’d really appreciate perspectives from people who live solo/unmarried/no family and live there to commute to Zurich city for work.

I’m especially curious about:

  1. Groceries/shopping availability?
  2. If you moved to Schlieren from a more central part in Zurich, was the lower rent worth it?
  3. What do you like / miss the most?
  4. What do you wish you had known before moving there?

Thanks a lot in advance!!! 🤗


r/zurich • • 1d ago

lookingfor Affordable Martial Arts Gyms in Zurich (Zones 110/154)

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Hey everyone! Does anyone know a cheap martial arts gym in Zurich (ZVV zone 110 or 154)? Ideally K-1 or Muay Thai, but I'm open to other martial arts except Aikido.

I'm on a very tight budget, so ideally looking for something affordable with monthly payments. Any recommendations? Thanks!


r/zurich • • 1d ago

lookingfor Where to find Palm or Duvel? 🍻

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Planning to mourn the passing of a dear Belgian friend and would love to drink a beer to him. Those two (Palm and Duvel) were the ones i specifically remember him drinking. Does anyone know where I could get them?


r/zurich • • 1d ago

lookingfor Gueti Bars

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Was sind eui lieblings Bars?


r/zurich • • 1d ago

ihaveaquestion Unia payments delayed again?

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Im still waiting for my September unemployment payment. Jobroom says its “in prufung”.

Am I the only one? I got August paid on Sept10, but nothing has cone in this month.

Is it me? Should I worry.


r/zurich • • 2d ago

news Kredit-Rating: AAA bleibt, Ausblick zu «negativ» geändert

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Die Stadt Zürich dürfte vom Eingreifen des Bundes beim Credit Suisse-Niedergang profitiert haben.


r/zurich • • 1d ago

ihaveaquestion Where to Buy holy basil (thai holy basil)?

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Does any know where to find fresh thai holy basil (kra pao)? And shop recommendations?


r/zurich • • 1d ago

ihaveaquestion Where to Buy holy basil (thai holy basil)?

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Does any know where to find fresh thai holy basil (kra pao)? And shop recommendations?


r/zurich • • 1d ago

ihaveaquestion Gym culture

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genuine question, why do guys stare and observe women so much at the gym but rarely approach?

Is that normal here?