Illustration of children decorating paper crowns and ornaments at a long table with a helper (St. Annahof Märlitram)
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St. Annahof Märlitram

Children board a festively decorated streetcar for a magical ride through the streets of Zurich. Santa drives the tram while two angels entertain young passengers with Christmas stories. The entire ride is reserved exclusively for children between the ages of 4 and 9.

4-9 years

Plan Your Visit

Neighborhood

Bellevue

Location

Bellevue · Bellevue, 8001 Zürich, Zürich 8001 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Children aged 4 to 9

Vibe

Festive and storybook

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

Low

Tips & Advice

  • Buy tickets online from mid-November, as that is when 2026-season tickets become available.
  • Collect tickets at one of the designated Coop City stores or Zurich Main Station Visitor Information; pickup is only available at those locations.
  • Prepare young passengers for German-language stories, which the angels tell during the tram ride.
  • The ride is for children aged 4 to 9, so make sure the child riding meets the age requirement.

Links & Contact

Run by Coop

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who can ride the Märlitram?

The ride is exclusively for children aged 4 to 9.

What happens during the ride?

Santa drives the festively decorated streetcar through Zurich while two angels tell Christmas stories.

What language are the stories in?

The stories are in German.

Can I buy tickets online?

Tickets for the 2026 season can be purchased online from mid-November.

Where can tickets be picked up?

Pickup is available at Coop City stores in St. Annahof, Bellevue, Sihlcity or Oerlikon, or at Visitor Information in Zurich Main Station.

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