From Zurich to Konstanz through eastern Switzerland.

Cultural diversity, the joys of nature and Lake Constance flair – there’s plenty to enjoy on this varied train journey through eastern Switzerland. Just hop on and off wherever you like. Tip: Enjoy even more comfort in 1st class.

The image shows the route from Zurich to Constance with five highlights along the way. — Image legend: The journey from Zurich to Constance on the IR75 takes just 1 hour and 15 minutes. Many highlights await you along the route. Simply choose what you feel like doing the most. Here are our five favourites.

The trip in pictures.

Image legend: 1st highlight: Culture fans will be looking forward to the first stop – Winterthur is home to a diverse range of interesting museums which are well worth a visit. From Zurich, you can conveniently reach the attractive city by train in just 24 minutes.
Image legend: 2nd highlight: Another cultural hotspot awaits you just 11 minutes further on – Frauenfeld’s picturesque old town also impresses visitors with its exciting museums and street art.
Image legend: 3rd highlight: If you’d rather go on a beautiful wine walk, just stay on the train for another 12 minutes and travel from Frauenfeld to Weinfelden.
Image legend: 4th highlight: Would you rather go on a leisurely boat trip? It takes just 18 minutes to reach Kreuzlingen from Weinfelden. From there, you can take the boat to Schaffhausen past picturesque fishing villages, castles and vineyards.
Image legend: 5th highlight: Last but not least, a fascinating underwater world awaits you at Sea Life Konstanz.

Tour highlights at a glance.

An artistic and cultural gem: discover a unique variety of museums in Winterthur, from modern photography to masterpieces by Rembrandt and Picasso. Here’s a selection.

What’s waiting for you.

Kunst Museum Winterthur: Masterpieces from Rembrandt to Picasso.
Fotomuseum Winterthur and Fotostiftung Schweiz with temporary exhibitions.
Nature museum with exciting exhibits.
The museum of commerce and the local history museum in Lindengut convey the city’s history.

Getting there and useful information.

Take the IR75 to Winterthur. The museums are within a walking distance of 10 to 15 minutes.
Duration: as long as you like.
Most of the museums are accessible for prams and wheelchairs.
Tip: Benefit from attractive discounts at the Kunst Museum when you travel there by public transport.

Go to the RailAway offer ‘Art’n’Rail Kunst Museum Winterthur’

Urban and steeped in history, the cantonal capital of Thurgau combines medieval flair with modern life and surprises visitors with interesting museums and street art.

What’s waiting for you.

Historical museum at Frauenfeld Castle with regional collections.
Guided tours of the old town with exciting themed highlights.
Panoramic view from the Stählibuckturm over the Thurtal and Seebachtal valleys.
Street Art Tour combines urban art with a historic atmosphere.
Murg-Auen-Park invites you to experience nature between the city and the river.

Getting there and useful information.

Take the IR75 to Frauenfeld. From there, it is about 10 minutes on foot to the old town.
Duration: as long as you like.
Most of the sights are pram and wheelchair accessible.

Wine culture and Alpine panoramas. Wander through picturesque vineyards and sample regional wines as the beautiful Thurtal unfolds in front of you.

What’s waiting for you.

Circular hike with panoramic views of the Thurtal and the Alpine range.
Journey of discovery through the vineyards of Weinfelden, Boltshausen and Ottoberg.
Over 30 information boards on vineyard development and winemaking with portraits of winemakers.
Spontaneous wine tastings with a tasting backpack at two wine safes on the circular route through the vineyards.

Getting there and useful information.

Take the IR75 to Weinfelden.
Start/destination: Weinfelden station.
Duration: around 2 hours 15 minutes.
Length: 8.2 kilometres.
Degree of difficulty: intermediate.
Suitable for rugged prams.

Embark on a unique river cruise from Lake Constance to the Rhine Falls, accompanied by enchanting lakeside landscapes and small towns steeped in history.

What’s waiting for you.

Panoramic cruise aboard historic boats through a picturesque lakeside landscape.
Birdwatching opportunities as you travel through the Reichenau nature reserve.
Pass the historic bridge in Diessenhofen and witness the spectacular draught.
Pass by medieval castles, vineyards and idyllic fishing villages.

Getting there and useful information.

Take the IR75 to Kreuzlingen. From there, it’s about a 15-minute walk to the harbour or a short journey by S-Bahn.
Duration: around 4 hours.
Pram and wheelchair accessible. Booking required.

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Fascinating underwater worlds. Immerse yourself in Sea Life Konstanz, where over 3,500 sea creatures from Lake Constance, the Amazon and the North Sea await you.

What’s waiting for you.

3,500 sea dwellers in 12 different thematic areas, all under one roof.
8-metre-long underwater tunnel with sharks, rays and sea turtles.
Antarctic Adventure with lively gentoo penguins and daily feedings.
Interactive areas with a discovery pool and a fascinating nocturnal life show.

Getting there and useful information.

Take the IR75 to Konstanz. From there, it’s about a 5-minute walk to Sea Life.
Duration: as long as you like.
Wheelchair accessible, no prams or buggies allowed in the exhibition.
Tip: Benefit from attractive discounts when you travel there by public transport.

Go to the RailAway offer ‘Animal’n’Rail Sea Life Konstanz’

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From Zurich to Konstanz through eastern Switzerland.

The trip in pictures.

Tour highlights at a glance.

What’s waiting for you.

Getting there and useful information.

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Getting there and useful information.

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From Zurich to Konstanz through eastern Switzerland.

The trip in pictures.

Tour highlights at a glance.

1. Museums in Winterthur.

2. The old town of Frauenfeld.

3. Wine Trail, Weinfelden.

4. Untersee boat trip Kreuzlingen to Schaffhausen.

5. Sea Life, Konstanz.

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