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Switzerland
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Zurich is a region in Switzerland. It encompasses the metropolitan area around Switzerland's biggest city Zurich. It spans over the canton of Zurich and Zug as well as most parts of Aargau.
Both Switzerland's most important airport and railway station lie in this region.
Read in the guideThe locals are very proud of their tram car, they are excellent for getting around in the city. For these and also the regional S-Bahn trains, see ZVV. See also SBB for the national trains.
Read in the guideChoose an airport to see hotels, stations, taxi ranks and car rental desks around it.
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