Welcome to Winterthur
Surrounded by parks, forests and the surrounding idyllic region, Winterthur has undergone a rapid transformation in recent years from a traditional industrial city to a modern and innovative location for education and technology. With the charming old town at its heart, Winterthur invites you to enjoy its pretty alleyways and stores as well as cozy restaurants and cafés.
Event highlights
Winter market
Winterthur Winter Market
Wed. 19.11.25 - Tue. 23.12.25
Teuchelweiherplatz, Winterthur
Christmas Market
Winterthur Christmas Market
Thu. 27.11.25 - Tue. 23.12.25
Old Town Winterthur
Opening
Swiss Casino in Winterthur
from Wed, Dec. 10, 2025
Lokstadt, Winterthur
Sunday shopping
Shopping opportunity on Sundays
Sun, Dec. 20, 2025
, Old Town, Winterthur
Discover Winterthur
competition
Win one of four Winterthur Hidden Gem packages worth a total of CHF 1,500.
Experiences
Whether it's feasting, solving puzzles or punching a hole in the garbage can, there's plenty to discover and experience in Winterthur.
Museums
Discover world-class art in numerous extraordinary exhibitions.
Newsletter
Stay up-to-date on what's going on in and around Winterthur: be it in leisure time, in the economic region or in the MICE sector.
Event highlights
Winter market
Winterthur Winter Market
Wed. 12.11.25 - Tue. 23.12.25
Teuchelweiherplatz, Winterthur
Event
"Light-Shopping" - Start
Christmas lighting
Thu. 27.11.25
Old Town Winterthur
Festival
Tanzfestival Winterthur
Fri. 21.11.25 - Sat. 29.11.25
Theater am Gleis, Winterthur
Exhibition
Start glitter exhibition
Fri. 28.11.25
Gewerbemuseum, Winterthur
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