July 8, 2025 - When you hear Uri, you think of William Tell, the Rütli and dramatic legends. When you hear Thurgau , you think of lush apple orchards, rolling hills and culinary delights. But what happens when these two worlds collide?
The cantons of Uri and Thurgau invite you to a special change of perspective: the apple becomes the connecting element between the two regions. The people of Uri discover the apple where it grows and is processed - in fertile Thurgau. In return, the people of Thurgau experience where the story of William Tell comes to life - in the heart of Switzerland on Lake Uri.
For the people around Lake Uri, it's "Tell meets apple". The journey leads to charming Hüttwilen, a village in the idyllic Seebachtal valley, nestled between hills, meadows and lakes. This fertile region is known for its apple orchards and is one of the most important fruit-growing areas in Switzerland. The day's program in Hüttwilen is entirely dedicated to apples: an enjoyable cider tour with various tastings provides an insight into the diversity of Thurgau's apple specialities. Afterwards, a regional lunch awaits at the Mosteria, followed by a guided tour of Urs Haag's extensive orchards. Here you can experience Thurgau at its most authentic and delicious - fresh, regional and with a passion for the craft.
The journey from Altdorf in the canton of Uri is easy by public transport: according to the current SBB timetable, for example, departure is at 07:06. With a change in Zurich, participants reach Hüttwilen town center at 09:29 - the perfect way to start the day.
Dates in Thurgau: September 24, 2025, October 3, 2025, October 22, 2025
"Apple meets Tell" - under this motto, guests from Thurgau discover the origins of Swiss history. The day trip takes them to Lake Lucerne, where a boat trip and a guided hike around the Rütli are on the program. The historical sites, set against a spectacular mountain backdrop, bring the legend of William Tell to life. The culinary accompaniment to the excursion is an "oath menu" in a traditional inn - including a sweet highlight in the form of a sophisticated apple shot dessert.
Dates in the canton of Uri: September 22, 2025, September 25, 2025, October 9, 2025
