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ℹ️Practical info — Lachen
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💡 Tips
- Lachen is famous for its sunsets; find a bench on the lakeside promenade towards evening.
- Visit the Baroque Parish Church of the Holy Cross, an architectural gem in the town center.
- Take a stroll or a boat trip at the region's largest marina on the Obersee.
- Park in the multi-story car park at the harbor to be right at the heart of the lakeside action.
🍽 Food
Fresh perch fillets (Egli) are a specialty in the harbor restaurants.
Enjoy an ice cream from the stands along the lakeside promenade.
In the inns in the old village center, you'll find classic dishes like Rösti.
🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots
A modern shopping mall for all your daily needs.
Discover small fashion and gift shops in the historic center.
A natural spot by the lake, good for observing water birds.
A walk along the outer harbor walls gives plenty of peace and lake views.
Water temperature…
Lachen is situated on the southern shore of the Obersee, the upper part of Lake Zurich, in the Canton of Schwyz. The municipality serves as the main town of the March district and is characterized by its privileged location directly on the waterfront. At an elevation of 406 meters above sea level, it holds the title of the lowest point in the entire Canton of Schwyz. The townscape is significantly shaped by the Baroque parish church of the Holy Cross, built with its distinctive twin towers between 1707 and 1711. Lachen is regionally famous for its excellent gastronomy right on the lakeside promenade and the largest marina on Lake Zurich, which is a popular meeting point for water sports enthusiasts. The history of the settlement stretches far back, with the first documentary mention dating to the year 1277. Geographically, Lachen benefits from its proximity to the city of Zurich, making the town an attractive residential and economic location. Culturally, the municipality features, among other things, a marionette museum and regular events at the harbor. The sunsets in Lachen are considered the most beautiful on Lake Zurich, as the bay is wide open to the west, allowing for particularly long evening light.
- Location: Switzerland
- Top sights: Burgstelle Äbnet · Alt-Rapperswil · Meier's Badhüttli
- Nearby: Rueti (7 km)
- Population: ~8.989
Best time to visit & climate
The most pleasant time to visit is Jul–Sep.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | -4 | -4 | 1 | 5 | 10 | 14 | 16 | 15 | 11 | 7 | 2 | -3 |
| Rain mm | 101 | 81 | 102 | 107 | 163 | 176 | 173 | 190 | 124 | 110 | 103 | 106 |
Geography
Facts
- Lachen is located at 406 meters and is the lowest point in Schwyz.
- The first written mention occurred in the year 1277.
- The marina provides moorings for over 300 boats.
- The Baroque parish church was completed in the year 1711.
- The municipality covers an area of 5.19 square kilometers.
- The distance to the center of Zurich is approximately 35 kilometers.
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Sights in the town Lachen (17)
Alt-Rapperswil🏰 castle
Alt-Rapperswil near Lachen, a castle ruin from the 11th century.
Galerie Rathausplatz🏛 museum
The Galerie Rathausplatz exhibits contemporary artworks by local and regional artists.
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