The Zurich Story
Jewish Zurich
©Joël Hunn / Zürich Tourismus
Memory. Identity. Belonging.
Jewish history has shaped Zurich for centuries—sometimes visibly, often hidden beneath the surface.
Together we'll trace more than 700 years of Jewish life in the city, from the medieval Jewish quarter and stories of persecution to the return of the community, remarkable cultural contributions and the vibrant Jewish life that continues to shape Zurich today.
This walk isn't only about history. It's about understanding how memory, identity and belonging continue to influence one of Europe's most liveable cities.
Paradeplatz
approx. 1.5-2 hours
English or German
Visitors interested in history, religion, culture and contemporary Jewish life
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What makes this story different?
Jewish history is woven into Zurich's streets in ways many people never notice.
This walk goes beyond dates and monuments. We'll explore how medieval communities shaped the city, why Jewish life disappeared for centuries, how it returned in the nineteenth century, and why these stories still matter today.
Along the way we'll also discuss art, architecture, politics, religion and the place of Jewish life in modern Zurich.
©Noe Flum Zuerich/ Zürich Tourismus
You'll never look at Zurich the same way again.
You'll trace...
• Why could the Kunsthaus Zürich almost be called a Jewish museum?
• Why did a Jewish artist create the famous stained-glass windows of the Fraumünster?
• How does one medieval house reveal the story of Zurich's first Jewish neighbourhood?
Every story opens another window into the city's past—and its present.
Private Experience
199
approx. 1.5-2 hours
up to 10 guests
Additional guests
18 per person
Ready to see Zurich differently?
Some stories are hidden in plain sight.
I'd love to explore Jewish Zurich with you.