People of Zurich enjoy an active lifestyle and are usually fitness freaks. Zurich sports is therefore an integral part of Swiss culture and life style. The abundance of international sporting facilities in Zurich makes it a favored destination of the sport lovers.
Curling is one of the most popular sports, and the game was first played inSwitzerland in 1880. The events took place in the open air rinks at the Kulm Hotel in St Moritz. Today, it is one of the most loved national indoor and outdoor pastimes in Zurich. There are as many as 30 clubs and 7 indoor curling facilities in greater Zurich area. The ideal winter conditions makes the city of Zurich a 'Curler's Paradise'. The curling season starts from early September and continues till the end of April. Curling club Keusnacht offers guest membership. This 'roaring game' is very popular among the people of Zurich.
Biking in Zurich is a popular sport in Zurich. Biking routes are generally marked with red and white signs. The yellow lanes are exclusively meant for the bikers. With the abundance of ice skating rinks in the near by vicinity of Zurich, ice skating is one of the most
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popular games. Best skating season is from October to March and skates can be hired from the rinks. After the melting of the snow, people of Zurich instantly take to their kick boards. Zurich has several asphalt pass ways for both beginners and the advanced.
The popularity of golf, is turning Zurich into a Golfer's Paradise. New golf courses are being built in Zurich. The famous Migros Group has already build 2 new public courses. Zurich Golf courses are generally located in exotic locales, and offer great views. Dolder Golf Club in Zurich is one of the best golf clubs in Switzerland.
Gymnastics and dance is one of the best forms of sport in Zurich. Fitness centers and health clubs offer additional dance classes. Football is fast catching up in popularity in Zurich. Other popular forms of sport in Zurich are baseball, softball, riding and hiking.
Every year Zurich hosts grand sporting events like the Zurich Marathon or the Weltklasse Zurich, where renowned athletes from all over the world come to participate, to compete and win.
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