Chillon vs Altstadtkirchen Zürich

Chillon – your journey through the castle Discover Chillon Castle and its most beautiful rooms and collections with our new application full of pictures and illustrations available in eight languages. Stroll along the tour itinerary at your own speed to see over twenty key locations described in the audio-guide, which you can listen to at your ease before, during or even after your visit to Chillon Castle. Stay in contact with us, just subscribe to our Newsletter at www.chillon.ch. ----- It’s no surprise that Chillon Castle is one of the most visited monuments in Switzerland. The architecture is so beautiful it takes you breath away, and the location between the mountains and the lake is absolutely magical! Visiting Chillon Castle is like stepping back in time. Each room reveals yet another part of its history, as well as the daily life and habits of the court of the House of Savoy and of the Bernese Bailiffs. Discover the 14th century murals in the Duke of Savoy’s bedchamber and in the chapel, and see the large collection of wooden chests and furniture in all the rooms. The four great reception halls, where sumptuous banquets and feasting took place in the past, will plunge you right into the life in the Middle Ages. But never forget that Chillon is a fortress. It is protected by the lake but, facing the mountain, defensive towers and the sentry walk on the ramparts served to keep enemies at bay. Many weapons are on display. Throughout the years, this thousand-year-old citadel has inspired the imagination of writers and artists, from Rousseau to Victor Hugo, from Delacroix to Courbet. Legends galore sprung up here, including the most famous one of Bonivard, rendered immortal in the poem by Lord Byron - The Prisoner of Chillon. Viewing the pillar in the underground dungeon where he was chained up is something not to be missed. Welcome to Chillon Castle!

WELCOME TO THE OLD TOWN CHURCHES OF ZURICH Discover the five reformed old town churches in the city centre, learn the stories behind the history and get to know personalities from over a thousand years of the history of city and church. You can choose between three audio tours. 1. The Old Town Church Walk Follow a picturesque route through Zurich's old town – from St. Peter's Church with the largest tower clock face in Europe, on to the elegant Fraumünster with its world-famous Chagall windows, to the legendary Wasserkirche (Water Church) above the Limmat River and the imposing Grossmünster – the birthplace of the Swiss Reformation. Finally, you arrive at the Predigerkirche church in the lively Niederdorf district. 2. Fraumünster Tour Experience the history of the former women's abbey, which was handed over to the city by the Abbess Katharina von Zimmern during the Reformation. Be spellbound by Marc Chagall's colourful windows, discover works by Augusto Giacometti and learn more about the cloister and the crypt. 3. Grossmünster Tour Visit Zurich's landmark, where the Zurich reformer Ulrich Zwingli once preached. Discover architectural marvels such as the original windows by Sigmar Polke and the Christmas window by Augusto Giacometti, the cloister and, last but not least, the impressive view from the tower over the rooftops of the city. HOW THE APP WORKS - Free and user-friendly: Simply download the app, select your language, plug in your headphones – and off you go! All stations are provided with pictures and precise location information. - Flexible and interactive: During the old town church walk, the map shows you your position (using GPS) – you decide whether you want to follow the suggested route or choose your own. The Fraumünster and Grossmünster tours are suitable for on-site use during official opening hours – but they can also be experienced comfortably in the hotel, on the train or at home. - Available offline: The app also works without an internet connection – ideal for avoiding data roaming abroad. DURATION All tours approx. 1h15 each OPENING HOURS Information on current visiting hours can be found at fraumuenster.ch and grossmuenster.ch. TARGET GROUPS This app is ideal for: - People interested in culture and architecture - City tour groups, big and small - Tourists who want to discover Zurich on their own LANGUAGES Available in German, English and Spanish DATA PROTECTION The app does not collect any personal data. Download the app now – and experience Zurich's Old Town churches as never before!