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3-6 Hours at Zurich Aiport

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Have you got 3-6 hours to spare at Zurich Airport? Check out these options to make the most of your airport downtime.
Have you got 3-6 hours to spare at Zurich Airport? Check out these options to make the most of your airport downtime.

Run/Walk In The Forest

Hardwald WoodsGet out of the airport and into the fresh air by spending your airport downtime running or walking in Hardwalk Woods. Leave your luggage at the airport and go for an invigorating run among the trees. Head back to the airport for a refreshing shower and continue your journey feeling energized. A great spot for jogging, trail running, cycling or simply going for a leisurely stroll surrounded by beautiful scenery. Located 3.1 miles from the airport. The quickest and easiest way to get there is by taxi. Alternatively, you can take the 765 Dietlikon, Bahnhof/Bad bus to Bassersdorf, Sportanlage and walk for approx. 25 minutes to get to the Helsana Trail Hardwald.

Go For A Cycle

PublibikeThere are lots of cycle paths around the airport grounds, some of which connect to national cycling routes. Rent a bike at Zurich airport and spend your airport downtime riding around the airport and enjoying the fresh air. There is a Publibike bike sharing station located outside the airport terminal. A leisurely ride around Zurich Airport takes 2-3 hours. You can either stick to the airport route or detour to the nature conservation areas on either side of the airport. Simply follow the signs and enjoy the ride.

Work Out

Radisson Blu HotelDon’t let travel disrupt your fitness routine. Use your airport downtime to workout. You don’t even need to venture that far from the airport to do it. Head for the Radisson Blu Hotel located right next to the airport and use the Airport Fitness and Wellness Center. Use of the gym costs CHF 35. After your workout freshen up with a moment in the sauna and a shower so that you can continue your journey feeling fresh and energized.Sanctifly premium members can use a pass to get access to the gym at the Radisson Blu Hotel. You can find and book gym experiences over on the 'Facilities' tab.Open Monday to Friday from 06:00 – 22:00 and Saturday and Sunday from 09:00 – 19:00.The hotel is just a 2 minute walk from the airport terminal.

Luggage Storage

Left LuggageThere are luggage storage lockers and supervised left luggage services available at Zurich Airport.The Left Luggage counter is next to the Service Center in car park 2 on Level 1. Open daily from 06:00 – 22:30. Prices start at €5 for up to 4 hours and go up depending on the size and number of bags and the length of time you wish to store them.Lockers are also available to store your bags and can be accessed 24 hours.

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