Nature and Animals in the Children’s Region
Outings for nature and animal friends: active on the bike or hike trails, curious at the zoos, wildlife parks and in the museums.
Read moreLakes, mountains, meadows and forests – the Children’s Region is a rich mix of the most diverse natural landscapes. Be it on wheels or on your own two legs, on a boat, adventure trail or hanging from the ropes high-up, families can go on discovery tours in the most varied and entertaining ways. The numerous lakes invite you to swim and splash around, the mountains call for hikes. And in the wildlife parks, zoos or the dinosaur museum, the little ones can see and study animals up-close.
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The best animal experiences
From dinosaurs to fossils, from local to exotic animals – the next animal adventure park, zoo and museum is just around the corner.
Nature Trails for Children
Discover fascinating facts about the local flora and fauna on these nature trails, which offer fun, puzzles, and adventures galore.
Let’s go up to the top
Excursion destinations in the mountains with child-friendly hiking trails, beautiful picnic areas and exciting offers for families.
Nature Reserves
In protected natural habitats, families discover and explore Switzerland fascinating flora and fauna.
Bike Tours with Children
Family-friendly and entertaining bike trails for an unforgettable outing in the Children’s Region.
Adventure Trails and Hiking Paths
Easy hikes with games, riddles, stories and much more for the whole family.
Child-friendly boat trips
On the lake or the river: In the Kinderregion, various navigation companies offer exciting adventures and programs for the whole family.
Lakes in the Region
They are among the most popular excursion destinations: the many small and large lakes in the region around Zurich.
