Glasi Hergiswil
There’s only one glass factory in Switzerland – and it’s the Glasi in the small town of Hergiswil on the shores of Lake Lucerne. Here, you will have lots of fun watching workers blowing glass objects like wine glasses, vases, and Christmas decorations – and you can even blow yours under supervision.There are several exhibitions which show the history of the factory and explore interesting properties of singing glass and period glass. There is also a glass maze where you can have fun navigating – the reflections keep you on your toes as you attempt to come out on the other side.
Zoo Zurich
There are dozens of indoor exhibits to ensure you are protected from weather elements, as well as fantastic playgrounds and interactive elements for kids who prefer games to animals. Come here and discover several habitats that are representatives of the wild—think cloud forests, prairies, rainforests, and others. Plus, you can walk around and see most of the site in a day without feeling exhausted.
Schloss Lenzburg
This medieval castle is perched on a spectacular rock formation near the town of Lenzburg. Today, visitors are given the history of the castle, including the many wars that were launched between kingdoms to take control of it centuries ago. Inside, the rooms are set up to show the lifestyle of the royals who lived here, and there are even actors who “act” it out.There’s a lovely garden to chill out, a café and a gift shop where you can buy souvenirs for your loved ones. There’s also a kid's museum where children can amuse themselves for hours, whatever the weather.
Swiss Museum of Transport
Located in the beautiful city of Lucerne, the Museum of Transport shows the history of road, rail, water, and air transport. It also showcases the history and imagines the future of space travel. The place also features an expansive outdoor area replete with all manner of lake and on-land activities that make it a fun experience no matter the weather.Alongside the museum, interesting attractions await: documentaries streamed on the biggest screen in Switzerland, an ultra-modern planetarium that takes you on a 360° flight to the stars, and thrilling communication trends such as virtual reality in the Media World section.
Alpamare
This is Switzerland’s biggest water park and it features numerous water slides and pools for people of all ages. Since the water slides and tubes are indoors, the park is open all year round. Situated only 30 minutes away from Zurich, it’s quite convenient; so you don’t have to plan for days! Besides, on rainy days it’s even better because it’s not as crowded as when it’s sunny.Swiss National Museum
Thermal Baths and Spa Zurich
Right in the heart of Zurich is a wellness oasis known as Thermal Baths and Spa Zurich. This place features reinvigorating thermal baths equipped with hydrojet massages, a shallow pool for relaxing, and whirlpool baths.The spa is fed by one of the city’s hot mineral springs, providing a revitalizing experience with therapeutic, mineral-rich water. Whether you’ve had a long week or just want to recharge, this is the place to be.
Just because it’s a bit chilly or rainy doesn’t mean you should stay indoors all day. Explore these places and make your day worthwhile. Visit coopzeitung.ch for more destination tips and ideas!
