Werdinsel, River island in Zürich, Switzerland
Werdinsel stretches 550 meters in length and 125 meters in width within the Limmat River, reaching an elevation of 403 meters above sea level.
The protected area of Limmatauen Werdhölzli was established in 1945, incorporating water mills from Wettingen Abbey that were documented in 1365.
The name derives from old German, where 'Werd' means river island and 'Au' refers to a small forest near water bodies.
Four public river baths on the island offer free access to swimming areas, along with facilities such as restaurants, grill stations, and family gardens.
The island maintains designated zones for naturist activities, making it one of the few places in Zürich where public nudity is permitted.
Location: Zürich
Inception: 1945
Elevation above the sea: 396 m
GPS coordinates: 47.40000,8.48750
Latest update: March 7, 2025 22:36
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