Thalwil, municipality in the canton of Zürich, Switzerland
Thalwil is a small town on the shore of Lake Zurich in Switzerland, where old houses stand next to modern buildings. The streets are quiet, and the lake shapes the landscape with waterside paths, parks, and cafes along the water.
Thalwil was first mentioned around 1030 and grew from early farm settlements in the area. In medieval times, it was a place of farming and fishing, until railways in the 1800s brought industry and growth.
The name Thalwil comes from 'Tello's Farm,' showing its roots as an early settlement. Today, the lake defines community life here, with locals and visitors gathering at waterside cafes and parks to spend time outdoors.
The town is near Zurich and has a railway station with regular connections to the city and other places. The lake offers walking paths, parks, and boat trips, while small shops and cafes are spread along the streets.
Ludretikon, the oldest part of Thalwil, was mentioned as early as 915 and is over 1000 years old. This makes it one of the earliest documented settlements on Lake Zurich with an unusually long history in Swiss records.
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