House Swap & Exchange in Zurich

Discover new places

Work during the day and explore your new location in the evenings and weekends. Save vacation days by combining both!

Free accommodation

We don’t require (expensive) memberships. Swaphouse is 100% free. No money is exchanged in the entire process.

All the amenities you need

All homes feature fast WiFi and dedicated workspace(s). You can expect everything you need to live and work from there.

About Zurich

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Timezone

UTC+1

Zurich follows Central European Time (CET, UTC+1) and switches to UTC+2 (CEST) during summer months.

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Main language

German

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Climate

Continental

Mild summers and cool to cold winters.

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Closest airport

ZRH

Zurich Airport, the largest international airport of Switzerland.

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Intl. train station

Zürich Hauptbahnhof

One of the major railway hubs in Switzerland, with connections to other European countries.

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Near beach?

± 600km

Zurich is inland; the closest significant beaches would be on the North Sea or Mediterranean coast.

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Near mountains?

Immediate

Zurich is close to the Alps.

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Local Cuisine

Cheese Fondue

Melted cheese dip with bread; Switzerland's cozy culinary classic.

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Currency

Swiss Franc (CHF)

Switzerland's currency, despite being surrounded by Euro-using countries.

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Must see

Old Town

A historic heart of the city with narrow winding streets and ancient buildings.

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Hidden gem

Uetliberg

A mountain offering panoramic views of the entire city, the lake, and the Alps.

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Water quality

Excellent

The city boasts high-quality tap water, primarily sourced from lakes and protected springs.

Ready to swap your home?

Join Swaphouse by creating an account. You can list your home in a few simple steps. Once that's done, begin exploring homes around the world for an exciting new and affordable workation adventure!

Need more information?

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