Location & Accommodation
Zurich - About the City
Zurich, Switzerland’s largest city and a global center for finance, research, and innovation, provides an ideal setting for scientific exchange. The city is home to ETH Zürich (as well as Universität Zürich, UZH), one of the world’s leading science and engineering institutions, and a hub for groundbreaking research including the development of Tip Enhanced Raman Spectroscopy (TERS) in 2000. With an efficient public transport system and a commitment to sustainability, Zurich is an accessible and eco-friendly destination, making it an exceptional host city for scientific collaboration.
Beyond academia, Zurich’s historic Old Town, the scenic Lindenhof Hill (Roman site), and the iconic Grossmünster church offer glimpses into its rich cultural heritage. The city played a key role in the Protestant Reformation of the 16th century, led by Huldrych Zwingli, shaping its intellectual and historical landscape. Visitors can explore the city’s vibrant cultural scene, from the renowned Kunsthaus Zurich art museum to the futuristic design of the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology’s main campus.
