An informative and entertaining tour with all you need to know plus insider information about Zurich. Get acquainted with Zurich's culture and life, learn what is important when living in Zurich. Meet and chat with other newcomers, learn about taxes, the political system, recycling, cultural specificities, services offered by the city of Zurich and try some basic words in Swiss German.

Upcoming dates:
Every Sunday at 11am

Meeting point: 
Paradeplatz (in front of Credit Suisse)

More information 

Free Walk Switzerland is a not-for-profit association that is offering guided tours on a tip-basis. This tour is supported by the City of Zurich and therefore no tip is expected. 

School and childcare, day school

Do you have questions about kindergarten or school / day school in the city of Zurich? We will answer your questions and help you with digital registration and deregistration for childcare and day school: directly on your cell phone or on our computers.

When an where: 

Friday, May 17, 2024, 9.00 – 11.00 a.m.

Caritas Zürich, Stellwerk 500, Hohlstrasse 500, 8048 Zurich

Fun for children in their free time

Would your child like to do sports or music, paint or play theater? We can help you find affordable and free leisure activities for your child. We will register your child together, directly on your cell phone or on our computers.

When an where: 

Friday, August 30, 2024, 9.00 – 11.00 a.m.

Caritas Zürich, Stellwerk 500, Hohlstrasse 500, 8048 Zurich

At both events, experts from Copilot and LernLokal, Caritas Zurich, will advise you. We will provide information in German with translation into English, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian and French (other languages on request).

This event is free of charge and for people resident in the city of Zurich.

Registration and further information: www.caritas-zuerich.ch/infolernlokal. Tel. 044 366 68 86 or directly via QR code.

What are the requirements in the Swiss working environment? What are the possibilities and the ways to enter the job market? Where can I get support?

We will visit the career centre Stadt Zürich Laufbahnzentrum, where you will learn more about the Swiss education system and receive information about career entry and possible fields of work. Ask your individual questions regarding training and further education opportunities, search for employment as well as recognition of diplomas.

We inform in German with simultaneous translation into English, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian and French (other languages upon request).

Dates:

Thursday, May 23rd, 2024

Thursday, June 27th, 2024

Thursday, November 14th, 2024

Time: 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.

Where: Stadt Zürich Laufbahnzentrum, Konradstrasse 58, 8005 Zurich

This event is free of charge and for people resident in the city of Zurich.

Registration and further information: www.caritas-zuerich.ch/infolernlokal, phone 044 366 68 86 or directly via QR code.

Are you in search of an apartment? Do you wish to learn about the application process and seek assistance in crafting your apartment application?

Experts from WohnFit and LernLokal at Caritas Zurich will provide general information on apartment hunting and creating an application dossier. Using examples, we will guide you on setting up a search subscription and where to find valuable assistance. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to address your personal queries.

We will provide information in German with translations available in English, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, and French (additional languages upon request).

Dates and places:

Friday, June  28, 2024, 9:00–11:00 a.m.  Caritas Zürich, Stellwerk 500, Hohlstrasse 500, 8048 Zurich

or

Wednesday, September 11, 2024, 6:30–8:30 p.m. Caritas Zürich, Beckenhofstrasse 16, 8006 Zurich

This event is free of charge and for people resident in the city of Zurich.

No registration necessary.

Further information: www.caritas-zuerich.ch/infolernlokal, or phone 044 366 68 86.