Grossmünster
The Romanesque twin-towered church that launched the Swiss Reformation under Zwingli — climb the tower for Old-Town views.
Don't miss at Grossmünster
- ◆ The twin towers
- ◆ Karlsturm climb
- ◆ Reformation history
Insider tip
Climb the Karlsturm for the best rooftop panorama over the river and Old Town.
Grossmünster — visitor questions
What is Grossmünster known for?
The Romanesque twin-towered church that launched the Swiss Reformation under Zwingli — climb the tower for Old-Town views. Highlights include: The twin towers; Karlsturm climb; Reformation history.
Where is Grossmünster?
Grossmünster is in Old Town, Zurich — Grossmünsterplatz, 8001 Zürich. More info: https://www.grossmuenster.ch
Any tips for visiting Grossmünster?
Climb the Karlsturm for the best rooftop panorama over the river and Old Town.
Can Chauffyr take me to Grossmünster?
Yes — Chauffyr provides a private, fixed-price chauffeur to Grossmünster and between every stop on your Zurich itinerary, with no parking or driving to worry about.
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