Christmas at Sorell Hotels

Christmas at Sorell

We love getting our hotels ready for Christmas – decking the halls with twinkling lights and little touches of festive magic. Our rooms become your very own little winter wonderland, right in the heart of the city.

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Winter breaks

Take some time out to enjoy this special time of year to the fullest. Our Winter Special combines comfort, indulgence and that classic Sorell atmosphere – the perfect way to escape the hustle and bustle of the season.

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Picture of the Christmas village in Zurich in the evening

Schaffhausen Christmas experiences in the old town at the Mohrenbrunnen fountain

Christmas in the Star City of St. Gallen in the Old Town

Chalet Züriberg

The magic of Christmas has made its way to Züriberg.
With a menu that includes a creamy cheese fondue by Stephan Schaub from the Amstad Chäslädeli, a rich Chinese hotpot with prime Swiss meat, and a spicy “Züribieter” raclette, every evening becomes an indulgent experience amongst the crackling fires and twinkling candlelight.

Chalet Züriberg – open from 24 October 2025 to 7 February 2026.

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Festive magic in the heart of Zurich

Each December, just a few steps away from bustling Bahnhofstrasse, the garden at Restaurant Enja transforms into an atmospheric winter wonderland. Amongst the sparkling lights and piney aroma, you’ll find plenty to warm away the winter chills, from fine mulled wine to creamy raclette and freshly roasted chestnuts. The perfect place to get out of the cold and into the festive spirit.

Explore the Christmas garden

Sorell Hotel Seidenhof Christmas garden in the Enja restaurant

The most beautiful Christmas markets

Zurich Christmas markets

Zurich has a Christmas market to suit every taste: from the atmospheric festive village on Sechseläutenplatz to the traditional market in the old town, to one beneath the sparkling, 15 metre high tree at the main station.

Bern Christmas markets

With festive lights adorning the lanes and the aromas of mulled wine and local specialities in the air, the Christmas markets and pop-ups in Bern’s old town are just waiting to be explored. Get into the Christmas spirit in the heart of this UNESCO World Heritage city.

Christmas in Bad Ragaz with Christmas lights

St. Gallen Christmas market

Over 700 sparkling stars turn St. Gallen into an enchanting sea of light. The aromas of Christmas baking and homemade goods waft between the decked-out stands – the entire city becomes immersed in festive magic.

Aerial view of the Christmas village in Rapperswil

Rapperswil Christmas market

Nestled deep in the heart of the medieval old town, the Christmas market’s festive atmosphere and wealth of handmade gift ideas for loved ones of all ages make it the perfect festive destination. All of this is just a couple of minutes’ walk from Rapperswil station.

Winterthur Christmas market

Take a stroll through the festive Christmas markets, indulge in a warming mulled wine and sample the huge variety of foods and treats on offer, from raclette to tarte flambée. Soak up the spirit of the season as you explore the most beautiful Christmas markets in the region.

From comfort food to comfort rooms

Ice skating high above Zurich

Experience the magic of Christmas

Wellness experiences with a breathtaking view

Dolder artificial ice rink

Ice skating on Europe’s biggest artificial ice rink. Measuring over 6,000m² in size and perched above the rooftops of Zurich, the Dolder artificial ice rink offers a unique experience. The nearby winter market completes the winter paradise.

Illuminarium

Wenn sich das Landesmuseum in ein funkelndes Lichtermeer verwandelt, beginnt die magischste Zeit des Jahres. Das Illuminarium begeistert mit kunstvollen Lichtinstallationen, Musik und Kulinarik – ein Ort, an dem Gross und Klein in die Weihnachtswelt eintauchen können.

Recording of the spa at Hürlimannbad in Zurich

Hürlimannbad spa

Enjoy a relaxing break with an Irish-Roman spa tour. The baths are set out in an ancient brewery vault. The rooftop pool offers unobstructed views of the city.