Zurich's best-kept secret: the hidden world of mushrooms!
Canton of Zurich, Zurich
Our guided tour offers you an exclusive insight into urban organic mushroom production – ideal for travelers, food lovers and anyone interested in innovative cultivation methods.
Mushroom Growing Tour in Zurich
This 2-hour guided tour near Zurich main train station reveals the process of growing mushrooms in an organic-certified urban mushroom farm.
Highlights
- Get full insight into the entire mushroom growing process.
- Touch, smell, and taste mushrooms on site.
- Experience sustainable cultivation in an organic-certified facility.
- Buy freshly harvested mushrooms.
- Purchase a mushroom box to grow your own mushrooms at home.
Description
Located just 15 minutes from Zurich main train station, the urban mushroom farm is set inside a disused water reservoir. Learn how mushrooms are cultivated from substrate preparation to harvest. The experience is hands-on, with opportunities to touch, smell, and taste mushrooms throughout the tour.
The farm was founded by a civil engineer and a video journalist passionate about sustainable agriculture. The tour shares practical tips for growing mushrooms at home and explains the ecological cycles behind sustainable food production. Take home fresh mushrooms or a mushroom growing kit if you wish.
Includes
- Guided tour of the mushroom growing process
- Educational insights into sustainable food practices
- Active participation opportunities
- Practical tips for home mushroom cultivation
- Understanding of sustainability in ecological cycles
Excludes
- Products made from mushrooms (available for sale separately)
Important Information
- Access to the maturation chamber requires wearing medical gloves and a breathing mask, which are provided free of charge.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
For the best experience, wear comfortable clothing and closed shoes. Morning tours offer cooler conditions inside the farm. Book in advance to secure your spot.
