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About this place
Bahnhofkirche Zürich (the station church) is an ecumenical place of quiet and pastoral care inside Zürich Hauptbahnhof, Switzerland's busiest railway station. It sits on the mezzanine level, a little apart from the main flow of passengers, and welcomes everyone regardless of faith.
What is the station church?
It is a joint service of the churches of the canton of Zürich, run in an ecumenical Catholic-Reformed spirit, and describes itself as a place of calm and attentiveness. Do not expect a historic sanctuary with ornate interiors: it is a peaceful corner in one of the city's most hectic spots.
What can you do here?
- Step into the Raum der Stille (room of silence) for a few minutes away from the crowds.
- Talk to a chaplain: a pastoral care team is available, along with workplace chaplaincy for people who work at the station.
- Join the evening prayer (Abendgebet).
- Request a candle: submit the online form and it is lit the following day.
- Subscribe to "Weg-Wort", short reflections sent Monday to Friday by email or app, or pick up a pilgrim passport.
Where is it and when is it open?
The church is inside the Zürich HB building (around 47.378 N, 8.540 E) on the mezzanine. Hours: Monday to Friday 7:00 am to 7:00 pm, Saturday and Sunday 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Entry is free; the service relies partly on donations and volunteers. Contact: phone +41 44 211 42 42, [email protected].
Who is it for?
Travellers with a long wait between trains, anyone who wants a conversation, and visitors who simply need to slow down before the next leg. After the main concourse, with its markets and events and thousands of daily passengers, it offers a deliberate contrast.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to be religious to go in?
No. The space is open to everyone, believers or not.
Is there an entrance fee?
No, admission is free.
Is it open at weekends?
Yes, on Saturday and Sunday from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm, shorter than on weekdays.
Are there regular parish-style services?
The focus is silence, conversation and short prayer, including an evening prayer, rather than a classic parish liturgy. Current offerings are listed on bahnhofkirche.ch.
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