A bathing house for women only Come summer, people head for the lidos in droves. As we mark 50 years since women in Switzerland gained the vote, we take a look at Zurich's women. The art nouveau open-air bathing facility at Stadthausquai still remains the exclusive domain of female guests to this day.
Here women can swim while enjoying a fabulous view of the Grossmünster, the Wasserkirche, and the adjacent Old Town. The water flows from Lake Zurich into the River Limmat not far from here and is extremely clean. The two over 30m (98ft).
Zentralbibliothek Zürich - A bathing house for women only
Discover essential information about Frauenbad Stadthausquai, a historic women's bath in Zürich, Switzerland. Learn about its history, visiting tips, location, and what to expect during your visit. Frauenbad Stadthausquai is a public bath in Zürich, Switzerland, forming part of the historical Seeuferanlage promenades that were built between 1881 and 1887.
[1] Situated at the Stadthausquai by the Bürkliplatz plaza, the bath was built for, and is still exclusively used by women (Frauenbad means "bath for women"). Frauenbad Stadthausquai is a public bath forming a part of the historical Seeuferanlage promenades that were built between 1881 and 1887. Situated at the Stadthausquai by the Bürkliplatz plaza, not far from Altstadt at Limmat.
Part of the Frauenbad Building in Zurich, Switzerland Editorial Photo ...
The bath was originally built for, and is still exclusively used by women (Frauenbad means "bath for women"). Frauenbad Stadthausquai: Bathing exclusively for women - See 19 traveller reviews, 43 candid photos, and great deals for Zurich, Switzerland, at Tripadvisor. The Stadthausquai river pool has long existed as a public bath for women only, built as part of the 19th century Seeuferanlage promenades.
Art nouveau in style and with a view of the old town, the 112-foot (34-meter) pool is a relaxed daytime spot for lounging with a small library and snack bar onsite. Frauenbad Stadthausquai is a public bath in Zürich, Switzerland, forming part of the historical Seeuferanlage promenades that were built between 1881 and 1887. Situated at the Stadthausquai by the Bürkliplatz plaza, the bath was built for, and is still exclusively used by women.
Womens swimming bath at the river Limmat in Zurich Stock Photo - Alamy
High above Zurich's rooftops, women can enjoy deep relaxation with a wellness programme for like-minded sisters. The spa area is small but charming and exclusively reserved for women. A steam bath, Finnish sauna and biosauna await.
Relax in comfort among the large, pleasantly warm cherry stone pillows. Frauenbad Stadthausquai, Zurich: See 17 reviews, articles, and 38 photos of Frauenbad Stadthausquai, ranked No.82 on Tripadvisor among 287 attractions in Zurich.
