Timeline
13:00
Grab a table at Zunfthaus Zur Waag. This is the place to go if you want to avoid the tourist traps and eat where the locals do. The kitchen splits orders onto two plates so your food arrives hot, a practical detail that matters when you are hungry.
13:45
Walk up to Lindenhof. It is only a five minute stroll from the restaurant. This hill was once the site of a Roman fort and now offers the best view of the city and the river. It is a beautiful spot to digest your meal and take in the history.
14:15
End the walk at Rathauscafé. Just three minutes from the viewpoint, this café offers a nice terrace in the summer. You can switch from your lunch to sparkling wine or just enjoy a coffee in a mixed crowd with friendly service.
Local tip
Zunfthaus Zur Waag is a high-end restaurant. To ensure your meal does not get cold, they split your order into two plates and bring them one at a time. This is a feature of the service, not a delay.
Check before you go
- Zunfthaus Zur Waag is open Mo-Sa 11:30-14:00 and 18:00-22:00. In Nov-Dec it is also open Su 11:30-14:00.
- Rathauscafé is open Mo-We 07:30-22:00; Th,Fr 07:30-23:00; Sa 10:30-23:00; Su 10:30-19:00.
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