Haus zum Klausstud, Zurich 1973 © Karin Bürki. Explore more on Heartbrut.com
Aula Rämibühl, Edouard Neuenschwander, © Karin Bürki. Explore more on Heartbrut.com
House of the Falcon, Santiago Calatrava, Stadelhofen Station, Zurich © Karin Bürki. Explore more on Heartbrut.com
Zardoz, Monster Chetwynd, Kunsthaus Zurich © Karin Bürki. Explore more on Heartbrut.com
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Brutal Zürich: Cultural Mile Bike Tour

Fancy taking a fresh look at Zurich’s world-class brutalist heritage between the Cultural Mile and the lakeside promenade? Join our bike tour and discover the architectural icons, uncover hidden art treasures and soak up Zurich’s legendary lido culture. Your tour guide is Karin Bürki, Head of HEARTBRUT.

Zurich’s Cultural Mile and the lakeside promenade form a unique cultural hub where outstanding art, striking architecture and urban oases mix. The perfect spot for a bike tour. This relaxed ride between the Kunsthaus and Lake Zurich takes in stunning brutalist icons, stops by the new Calatrava building and faces a real concrete monster. Unwind amidst unexpected total works of art and dive into Zurich’s legendary lido culture. Explore the architectural icons, uncover their exciting stories, gain fresh insights and enjoy a unique city experience. What’s not to love!
  • Rämibühl Cantonal School
  • Calatrava Hotspot Bahnhof Stadelhofen station
  • Zardoz play sculpture
  • Pavillon Le Corbusier
Are you into brutalism and urban explorations? Looking for a fresh and climate friendly city experience? Want to spend a relaxed day out with friends? Planning a team event? Whether you’re an expert, novice or a local – this tour is for you! Discover Zurich’s rich brutalist heritage and get to see exciting places you didn’t know existed.
  • Bike tour
  • Packs: 9 stops
  • Distance: 4.9 km
  • Ride time: 40 min
  • Easy tour with occasional gentle inclines
  • Group size: max 15 people
  • Language: DE/ENG
  • Bring your own bike and helmet
  • Pack snacks and wear weather appropriate clothing
  • Insurance is the responsibility of the participants
  • Make it YOU: optionally top up tour with additional objects / special focus
  • Book at least one week in advance

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Ready to explore? Get in touch to plan your experience.

GOOD TO KNOW

Our walks and rides go ahead in all weathers. However, if you prefer to avoid the rain, we can arrange an alternative date if possible.

  • Don’t forget to pack drinks and snacks
  • Weatherproof clothing is recommended

You can safely ride a bike in the city. Participants bring their own bicycles, e-bikes and helmets. In Zurich, ‘Züri rollt’ offers free city bikes (with a deposit) and e-bikes for CHF 30 per day. Other rental options in Zurich and Basel include PubliBike and Rent-a-Bike. International guests should enquire at the local tourist information office about special rental offers.

Public transport tickets not included 

Public tours: see programme.

Private tours: advance payment. In exceptional cases, we also accept a deposit. Please contact us regarding payment terms.

Participants are responsible for their own insurance covering accidents, illness, theft, cancellation costs etc.

  • Cancellations made between 120 and 60 days before the tour date will incur a service fee of 10% of the total amount.
  • Cancellations made between 60 and 30 days before the tour date incur a fee equivalent to 50% of the total amount.
  • Cancellations made fewer than 30 days before the tour date are not refundable.

 

If we have to cancel the tour due to unforeseen circumstances, such as very bad weather, illness or accident etc:

1. The tour takes place on the alternative date.

2. If there is no alternative date, you will receive a full refund of any payments you have already made within five working days of us cancelling your tour.