Events & Parties in Horgen

Horgen combines small-town charm with big-city connections. This district capital on Lake Zurich's left shore offers everything for relaxed evenings: restaurants with lake views, cosy pubs and concerts in the historic Schinzenhof. And if you want more: Zurich is just 20 train minutes away.

Horgen – Gateway to Lake Zurich

Since 1230, Horgen has been an important transport hub – today you benefit from excellent connections to Zurich and the Oberland. The historic centre with its car-free pedestrian zone, the lakeside promenade and the vibrant gastro scene make Horgen the perfect place for relaxed evenings. It's not for nothing that the town is known as an «abode of peace, ambience and congeniality».

Bars & Nightlife

Horgen's going-out scene is defined by cosiness:

• The Toucan Irish Pub – Since 2021, The Toucan has brought authentic Irish pub culture to Lake Zurich. Located directly opposite the lake at the Yarn Hotel, it offers the full programme: Guinness, live music and Irish hospitality.
• Seerestaurant L'O – Mediterranean vibes right on the water at Bahnhofstrasse. Large terrace, beer garden and Sunday brunch with lake views.
• Restaurant Bar L'O – Stylish bar atmosphere combined with upscale cuisine.
• Big Ben Pub – In neighbouring Oberrieden: «The only Welsh pub on Lake Zurich» with allegedly the best beer selection in the region.

By the Water: Seestrasse is Horgen's promenade. From Khan's Flavours of Asia to Hang Asian Food House (Switzerland's first Burmese restaurant!) to the cosy Katzenholz – lakeside restaurants line up here.

Culture & Events

• Schinzenhof – The top address for concerts and events in Horgen. Renovated in 2014, this venue on Alte Landstrasse holds up to 1,500 people and offers a diverse programme from rock to classical.
• Alte Schule – More intimate concerts and cultural events in historic surroundings.
• Sust Museum – The former medieval toll house directly on the lake tells Horgen's story. A cultural heritage site of national significance, just 2 minutes from Horgen See station.
• Agentenhaus – This 18th-century half-timbered building is an architectural gem.

Annual Highlights:

• Horgen Summer Festival – Open-air concerts, street food and culture in the centre.
• Christmas Market – Traditional market with crafts, mulled wine and winter magic.
• Weekly Market – Fresh produce and local flair.

Popular Districts

Centre & Pedestrian Zone: The car-free heart of Horgen. In the historic lanes you'll find shops, cafés and restaurants. Cosy, manageable and perfect for a relaxed stroll.

Seestrasse & Promenade: The waterfront is Horgen's living room. From See station to Katzenholz, restaurants, terraces and cosy spots line up right by the water. In summer, this is where life happens.

Horgen Oberdorf: The hill above the centre with its own S-Bahn connection. More modern residential areas with views over the lake and Alps.

What Makes Horgen Special?

Horgen is the perfect balance between tranquility and accessibility. You're sitting by the lake with Alpine views, yet you're at Zurich main station in 20 minutes. The manageable size creates a genuine neighbourhood atmosphere – people still know each other here. Did you know that the «Horgen culture» (3300–2850 BCE) is named after this place? The Neolithic lake dwellers left their mark here. Today, relaxed lakeside evenings leave their mark – and that's just as beautiful.