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Sunrise

Sunrise at the Botanical Gardens

Start your day before the city wakes. Catch the first light at the Ecological Botanical Gardens, then warm up with a fresh pastry from the nearby bakery.

Best time: 15 AprAbout 75 min

Timeline

  1. 05:51

    Ecological Botanical Gardens

    Find a quiet spot among the habitat sections of the Ecological Botanical Gardens. The early spring air is crisp, and the sun will begin to crest over the horizon to the WNW, casting long shadows across the plant displays.

  2. 06:21

    Ecological Botanical Gardens

    Watch the sunrise. At 06:21, the sky brightens, illuminating the naturalistic arrangements of the gardens as the day officially begins.

  3. 06:51

    Brunner

    Walk to the nearby Brunner bakery. It opens at 07:00, which is exactly 30 minutes after sunrise on this date. Grab a warm croissant or a slice of cake to celebrate the early start.

Local tip

The Ecological Botanical Gardens are a 11-minute walk from the Natural Science Museum. If you are staying nearby, you can walk there easily. Check the route for directions.

Check before you go

  • The Brunner bakery opens at 07:00 on Sundays and 06:30 on weekdays. This plan is timed for 15 April, where sunrise is at 06:21, ensuring the bakery is open when you arrive.
  • The gardens are open in April, but verify specific opening hours for the botanical gardens as they may vary by season.
  • Dress warmly in the early morning; the temperature can be low even in spring.

Worth knowing

  • Brunner is open at 06:51 only on Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr, Sa

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