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Short tips for anyone living in Zurich, arriving here or looking for a furnished apartment.
Zurich on a budget: free things to do, cheap places to stay
Free river baths, free museums, public grills and bikes at no cost – plus last-minute apartments with up to 15% off: how to enjoy Zurich on a small budget.
Housing employees in Zurich: an HR guide to costs, contracts and invoicing
Housing employees in Zurich for weeks or months: what corporate housing costs, how booking and invoicing work, and what HR teams should look out for.
How much does a furnished apartment in Zurich cost? Prices, extras, saving tips
Furnished living in Zurich: realistic monthly prices from studios to 3-room flats, what all-inclusive really means, hidden platform fees and how to save.
Temporary housing in Zurich: bridging the gap between two apartments
Old lease ended, new flat not ready yet? How to bridge the gap in Zurich: options, realistic costs, furniture storage and a checklist for the transition period.
Zurich public transport apps and first-day tips: SBB Mobile, ZVV and more
The best Zurich public transport apps – SBB Mobile, EasyRide and ZVV – plus Saver Day Passes, shopping, Zuri-Sacks and useful apps for your first days in Zurich.
Living longer in Zurich: registration, banking and insurance
Registration, health insurance, banking, TWINT, liability insurance, household contents and Serafe: a practical checklist for living longer in Zurich.
Swimming in Zurich: the best river and lake spots on the Limmat and Lake Zurich
Where to swim in Zurich: river swimming at Werdinsel and Letten, lake spots like Chinawiese and Saffa Island – plus whether it is safe to swim in Lake Zurich.