Zurich's Heists and Robberies: A Self-Guided True Crime Tour

Beneath Zurich’s polished exterior there’s a shadowy world of audacious crimes. On this self-guided true crime walking tour, you’ll discover the spectacular heists, daring robberies, and brazen escapades that have shocked Switzerland’s financial capital. From multimillion-franc art thefts to daylight raids by international gangs, this tour reveals how Zurich’s concentrated wealth has attracted some of Europe’s most ambitious criminals. Starting at the Kunsthaus Zurich, you’ll learn about one of Europe’s most spectacular art heists, where masterpieces worth over 200 million Swiss francs were sliced from their frames. You’ll walk the exact escape routes used by notorious gangs like the Pink Panthers during their jewelry store robberies along the prestigious Bahnhofstrasse. While you explore Zurich’s beautiful old town and riverfront, you’ll find out how these glamorous settings became the stage for high-stakes crimes.