Location
Location
A place to feel at home, surrounded by nature
Situated directly on the River Töss and surrounded by water, fields and forests, the Bühler site offers countless opportunities to relax and unwind.
Thanks to the nearby Sennhof/Kyburg S-Bahn station, the site benefits from excellent public transport connections. Both Winterthur and Zurich are within easy commuting distance.
The Bühler site is located on the left bank of the River Töss and therefore falls within the municipality of Illnau-Effretikon.
Location
Central living, surrounded by nature
Unspoilt nature and unobstructed views of Kyburg Castle await right on your doorstep. The factory pond invites you to linger and watch ducks and grey herons. With a little luck, you might even spot a kingfisher.
Cycling and hiking trails lead directly from the Bühler site through the Töss Valley, across hills and through forests, offering countless opportunities to unwind and escape the demands of everyday working life.
The site's courtyard will remain largely car-free, creating an inviting space to relax, spend time outdoors and play.
Infrastructure
Everything you need for everyday living
Enjoy living surrounded by greenery while benefiting from the wide range of cultural attractions, shopping facilities and leisure activities in nearby towns and cities.
Despite its peaceful, green setting, the site enjoys excellent transport connections. Sennhof-Kyburg railway station is just 400 metres away and can be reached within a few minutes on foot, providing convenient connections to the centre of Winterthur and Zurich. Zurich Airport is also accessible in approximately 30 minutes.
The Sennhof village shop offers all the essential groceries and everyday items and is just a short walk from the property. Larger supermarkets such as Coop and Migros can be found in the neighbouring village of Kollbrunn or in Winterthur-Seen.
The Grüzepark retail centre is also just a 10-minute drive away.
| Destination | Car | Public Transport | Bike |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winterthur City Centre | 15 min | 12 min | 21 min |
| Zurich HB | 30 min | 36 min | 1 h 45 min |
| Zurich Stadelhofen | 39 min | 33 min | 1 h 48 min |
| Zurich Airport | 25 min | 32 min | 1 h 7 min |
| Kyburg Castle | 7 min | - | 24 min |
Transport Connections
Excellent Transport Links
Sennhof-Kyburg railway station is located on the Töss Valley railway line and is served by the S-Bahn lines S26 (Winterthur – Bauma – Rüti ZH) and S11 (Aarau – Lenzburg – Zurich – Winterthur – Sennhof – Wila).
Winterthur city centre can be reached in just 12 minutes, while a direct train connection via Stettbach and Stadelhofen takes you to Zurich HB in 36 minutes.
The nearest access to the A1 motorway is approximately 8 km away, via the Oberwinterthur or Töss/Kemptthal junctions.
Both Zurich Airport and Zurich city centre can be reached by car in approximately 30 minutes.
Leisure
Explore the Surroundings
The wide range of attractions and activities in Winterthur is well known, but Sennhof and its surrounding area also offer numerous special places and experiences waiting to be discovered.
1 | Swimming and walking along the Töss
The Bühler site is virtually encircled by the River Töss. Within walking distance, there are numerous idyllic bathing spots and picnic areas.
2 | Kyburg Castle
Kyburg Castle is one of Switzerland’s most significant medieval castles and was opened to the public as early as 1865, becoming the country’s first castle museum. Today, the museum offers a vivid insight into life in the Middle Ages and provides a wealth of things to discover for young and old alike, both within the historic walls and across the extensive grounds surrounding the castle.
3 | Bruderhaus Wildlife Park
The Bruderhaus Wildlife Park is idyllically nestled in the wooded area of the Eschenberg above Winterthur. As a popular destination for day trips, it offers the chance to observe native wildlife such as deer, wild boar and lynx at close quarters. The aim of the park is to introduce visitors to the local wildlife in a vivid and natural way.
4 | Eschenberg Observatory
On clear evenings, the Eschenberg Observatory is open every Wednesday, offering visitors the chance to experience the world of astronomy at first hand.
5 | eschenberg
The Eschenberg is the largest contiguous woodland area in Winterthur and boasts numerous places of interest. From the Kyburgerbrugg, past the kingfisher breeding site, to the Sternenweiher, there are countless beautiful spots and barbecue areas to discover.