A historic wooden lake bath on Lake Zürich with sun decks, swimming platforms and a bar, one of the city's classic summer pastimes.
The Seebad Utoquai is a wooden lakeside bath dating to 1890, one of several city baths along Lake Zürich. It offers sun decks, a swimming area, a children's pool and a small café-bar. In summer it is a hub for local social life, with swimmers diving from platforms into the clear lake. The lake water is clean and tested regularly, and temperature peaks around 22 to 24 degrees Celsius in August. The baths open seasonally and depend on the weather. Visitors should bring a towel and swimwear, as rentals are limited. It sits a few minutes from Bellevue and the opera house.
| Admission | Adult Approx. CHF 8 (approx $10) · Child Approx. CHF 4 (approx $5) |
|---|---|
| Hours | Seasonal, approx. May-September daily around 9AM-7PM, weather dependent |
| Typical visit | 1.5-3 hours |
| Best time | Warm summer afternoons |
| Getting there | Tram 2, 4 or 11 to Opernhaus/Bellevue, then a 5-minute walk along Utoquai |
| Address | Utoquai 70, 8008 Zürich, Switzerland |
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- Best for
- swimmers, families, sun lovers
Location
Utoquai 70, 8008 Zürich, Switzerland
47.3626, 8.5486 View on map
Highlights
- Historic wooden lake bath from 1890
- Swimming in clean Lake Zürich
- Sun decks and snack bar
- Sunset views over the water
Tips for visiting
- Bring a towel and swimwear; lockers are available
- Water quality is monitored and generally excellent for swimming
- Evening opening and lake sunsets are a local favourite
When to visit
Warm summer afternoons.
Accessibility
Wooden decks and steps; some areas are accessible, but contact the baths ahead for specific needs.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the lake safe for swimming?
Yes, water quality is monitored and generally good; follow lifeguard instructions.
When does it open?
Typically from May to September, depending on the weather; check stadt-zuerich.ch for current dates.