Wasserkirche Water Church
Zurich, Switzerland • 
Underrated
UnderratedZurich, Switzerland
Underrated
Best months to visit
Jun, Jul, Aug
13°C – 23°C, warm early summer weather, frequent rain showers, long daylight hours, high crowds, peak season
13°C – 23°C, warm early summer weather, frequent rain showers, long daylight hours, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
Yes
Historic church with stairs, uneven floors, limited accessibility; some seating.
Historic church with stairs, uneven floors, limited accessibility; some seating.
Value for money
High
Admission is free, making it a great budget option.
Admission is free, making it a great budget option.
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Reviews from other travelers
Summarised by AI
Romantic Setting
Couples loved the serene ambiance and beautiful stained glass windows.
Historical Gem
Visitors found the history and architecture made for an enriching experience.
Peaceful Escape
Couples enjoyed the tranquil atmosphere, perfect for a quiet afternoon.
Limited English
Some travelers wished for more English information about the exhibits.
Restricted Hours
The limited opening hours made it tough to plan their visit.
Stairs Present
Travelers with mobility issues found the stairs challenging to navigate.
Hours of operation
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
12:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Thursday
Closed
Friday
12:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Saturday
12:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Sunday
12:00 PM - 05:00 PM
When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
February
LOW
-1-7°C
Still winter, but slightly milder than January. Frequent rains, overcast skies, and possible snow; the river area can be chilly.
Still winter, but slightly milder than January. Frequent rains, overcast skies, and possible snow; the river area can be chilly.
Open
Standard access; some events may affect hours. Confirm before visiting.
Standard access; some events may affect hours. Confirm before visiting.
Not recommended
February is off-season for tourism in Zurich. Wasserkirche is open to visitors and offers a tranquil experience, but expect winter weather.
February is off-season for tourism in Zurich. Wasserkirche is open to visitors and offers a tranquil experience, but expect winter weather.
March
MEDIUM
2-12°C
Early spring brings milder temperatures and increasing sunshine. Occasional rain showers are likely.
Early spring brings milder temperatures and increasing sunshine. Occasional rain showers are likely.
Open
Generally open; special events or renovations are rare but possible.
Generally open; special events or renovations are rare but possible.
Recommended
March is a good time to visit Wasserkirche, with more comfortable weather and moderate visitor numbers. Accessibility is good.
March is a good time to visit Wasserkirche, with more comfortable weather and moderate visitor numbers. Accessibility is good.
April
MEDIUM
5-16°C
Spring is in full swing. Temperatures are pleasant, but rain showers are common. The riverside location feels fresh and lively.
Spring is in full swing. Temperatures are pleasant, but rain showers are common. The riverside location feels fresh and lively.
Open
Fully accessible; rare events may affect specific areas, but general entry is maintained.
Fully accessible; rare events may affect specific areas, but general entry is maintained.
Recommended
April offers pleasant weather and moderate crowds. Wasserkirche is open, with no seasonal restrictions, making it a recommended time for a visit.
April offers pleasant weather and moderate crowds. Wasserkirche is open, with no seasonal restrictions, making it a recommended time for a visit.
May
MEDIUM
10-19°C
Mild spring weather with occasional rain showers; fresh greenery and blooming city parks.
Mild spring weather with occasional rain showers; fresh greenery and blooming city parks.
Open
No major restrictions; regular opening hours and public access to church and exhibitions.
No major restrictions; regular opening hours and public access to church and exhibitions.
Recommended
May is a pleasant month to visit Wasserkirche, with comfortable temperatures, active event programming, and manageable crowds.
May is a pleasant month to visit Wasserkirche, with comfortable temperatures, active event programming, and manageable crowds.
How to get there
Bus
Recommended
Taxi
Recommended
Train
Recommended
Walking
Recommended
Bike
Car
Additional info
Here's what you need to know about this experience
Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Suitable for pregnancy
Allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required
