Zoological museum / Zoologisches museum,Zürich

Zoological museum,Zürich

Zoological Museum  

of the University of Zurich

Karl Schmid-Strasse 4

CH-8006 Zurich

The museum is created by the university of Zürich for the public.Inside they have different kinds of birds species,fishes,

butterflies,even spiders and a whole lot more.

The museum is very informative and very helpful for everyone specially for kids to have a wider knowledge about different animals about their species and origins.They also have kids corner where thay can draw and read books.

The place is a perfect excursion for the whole family during cold and rainy days and it's free for the public.We went there several times already and will not get tired to go back and see the whole place again.The place is also for photography enthusiasts,i saw some already practicing their photography skills inside.

For opening hourse and direction check their website below.

http://www.zm.uzh.ch/besucherinformation_en.html

Alpabzug in Urnäsch

Alpabzug/alpabfahrt in Urnäsch

Appenzell Ausserrhoden,Switzerland

Alpabzug is the descending of the cows 

from the alps into the valleys at the end of summer.

It was like a parade of cows with their traditional swiss cow bell.The poeple there are dressed up walking their cows down to the village.

They have live band,poeple yodelling (that reminds me of Heidi cartoon series when i was a kid),farm markets where you can try their popular Appenzell cheese,pig race and some fun activities for kids.

it's getting more and more popular touristic place that the village guide had to give instructions in german and english.The place is really wonderful far from the busy bahnhofstrasse in zurich.

It's a perfect short day trip for the whole family to get to know more about the swiss culture.

For all the activities and events check their website for all the info.

http://www.urnaesch.ch

Schlitteln/sledding in Toggenburg

Shlitteln/sledding in Toggenburg

Früeweidstrasse, Unterwasser

The whole family went sledding in Toggenburg during the school's winter sports holiday.The place is near st. gallen in the eastern part of switzerland.

Our friend recommended the place since it's a family-friendly sledding place though there's some parts which is steep  for small kids,a good sled is advisable,we had a plastic one good for 2 persons which was so hard to steer and we're always falling out  or maybe i'm not that good lol...but all in all it was a fun day for the whole family.

The day ticket costs 34fr. which is expensive so it's better to go there early and go for more rounds as much as you want.The way going up the mountain is approx. 5mins by rack railway (zahnradbahn), sledding going down like 20-30 mins. or more depends how fast you are.

Aside from sledding the place is also for skiers and in summer a lovely place for hiking.

Here's their website for the infos.

http://www.bergbahnentoggenburg.ch/winter/

Swiss Aquaparc

SWISS AQUAPARC Rte de la Plage 1897 Le Bouveret Switzerland Located in Bouveret,just few mins. walk from bouveret train station. We went there for a weekend during my sons spring break. I bought a deal online for 50% off entrance ticket and it was worth it. They have a big pirate ship where kids can climb up and play with the water guns, also slides for big and small kids. They have wave pool which is popular im every indoor water parks. Kids can use floaties for free so no need to buy if you don't have one available. The employees are really attentive and always making sure the safety of the guests and maintaining the cleanliness of the whole area.

My 2-yr old twin babies loved the pirate ship so much although it's somehow high for them we just make sure that they don't slip and fall.My 8-yr old son enjoyed and loved the big slides and the lazy river.

The outdoor pool was closed at that time due to bad weather,i think they just open it when it's summer or when it's not that cold.

Aquaparc also offers family fotoshooting,their personnel will approach and ask the poeple if they want  to make a short fast photoshoot and at the end in the reception you can check your photos and buy them if you want.

Bouveret itself is such a wonderful place.

Walking near the lake is so relaxing and aside from aquaparc,swiss vapeur parc is also on the same location so make sure to visit them as well,it's nice for a weekend family trip.

For entry ticket price and all infos check the website below:

http://www.aquaparc.ch/en

Connyland,Switzerland

Connyland,Switzerland

 

 

Connyland,Switzerland

 

 CH 8564 Lipperswil (TG)

 

Connyland is a leisure park located in Lipperswil near Konstanz.

 

They have diff. attractions such as:

 

*Mammut-tree

*Cobra

*Jungle-Adventure

*Voodoo Island

*Dino attack

and a whole lot more!

                                                              

meet and greet with the park's mascott.

 

 

 Fantastic dolphin Show for the whole Family.

 

 

our favorite Long slide ,i think we had like 10 rounds or more,it was really fun!

 

 

Conny-Land offers you numerous attractions - with such a variety, pieced together so lovingly, boredom is certainly not going to appear.

Wild water ride Freefall-Tower Pirate Ship Swings and Slides Space-Center The town Magic Tree Spielwelt

 

The Picture above is inside the Dino-attack attraction,you'll be seated with a laser-gun with you going to a pre-historic journey  hunting the dinosaurs,it was somehow terrifying for the small ones coz they will appear at the place that you won't expect them to be  and all of a sudden they will move towards you lol and at the end they took a snapshot of our funny scared face which is a nice souvenire.

.A funny remembrance of our Connyland trip.

 

 

 

check the link below for  the ticket information:

 

http://www.connyland.ch/index.php/en/information-en-gb-8/pricing

Thermal Bad Zurzach

Thermalbad Zurzach AG

Doktor Martin Erb-Strasse 11, 5330 Bad Zurzach

Bad Zurzach is perfect for the whole family especially during winter or rainy days.They have different outdoor pools and indoor pools for big and small.

The kids corner is designed for small kids with small slides and fountains.

My kids loved it so much and the warm pool helps them to relax and after few hours of swimming and playing they had a very good night sleep.

They also offer massage,cosmetic service and baby swimming course.

For entry price check their website:

http://www.thermalbad.ch/thermalbad/d/bad-und-wellness/

Jucker Farm,Seegräben

Jucker Farm AG

Dorfstrasse 23, 8607 Seegräben

I always want to have a traditional pumpkin carving activity before halloween with my son and at the same time to have fun in the nature.

My husband told me about this farm that they used to do their company team building event few years ago,so he suggested me to go there and check the place.

We took the train from Zürich HB to Aathal station and from there a shuttle bus going to Jucker farm or few minutes walk through the forest.

The place is really amazing with all the pumpkin display.We bought our pumpkin in their shop and visitors are allowed to use their carving materials for free.

Aside from selling pumpkins they also have some bio/organic products like vegatables,fruits,jams,eggs and a lot more!...Oh their fresh pressed apple juice is the best-seller drink inside the farm,it tastes really good and very refreshing.

They also have a playground made of straw for kids and restaurants whenever you get hungry,i would recommend their homemade pies,really delicious!

We always go there every year and i guess now it's our tradition every fall.

Aside from the farm you can also enjoy the nice view over the lake,really relaxing,just simply sit on the grass and enjoy the place.

Every december they have Christmas market ,also they offer sunday brunch and company events.

For all info. pls. Check their website:

http://www.juckerfarm.ch