Tropenhaus

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Imagine stepping into a lush, tropical rainforest right in the heart of Zurich. This is the experience that awaits you at the Tropenhaus, a hidden gem in the city’s bustling Seebach quarter. Built in 1961, the Tropenhaus is one of three greenhouses that make up the Botanical Garden of Zurich. The Tropenhaus, home to a vast array of exotic plants, takes you on a journey to distant lands. Towering over 16 metres high, the Tropenhaus is an impressive sight. The glass walls let in the sun, illuminating a captivating world of flora and fauna. As you walk through the greenhouse, you’ll encounter fascinating plants like the coffee tree, cacao plant, and even the coca plant, the source of cocaine. If you look up, you’ll see towering palm trees reaching for the sky, creating an atmosphere of tropical serenity. You might also be intrigued to learn that the Tropenhaus was once used as an orangery, a place where citrus trees and other Mediterranean plants were kept during the winter. A testament to Zurich’s love for nature, the Tropenhaus is a place to escape the city’s hustle and bustle, to immerse yourself in the enchanting world of the tropics, and to learn about the diverse and captivating plants that grow around the globe.

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