Oepfelchammer

Tucked into a centuries-old building in Zürich’s Old Town, Oepfelchammer is a cosy tavern with plenty of character and deep roots in local tradition. Known locally as the 'Oeli', it serves regional Swiss cuisine paired with good wine in its dark-wood interior filled with names carved into benches and walls by past patrons. Oeli also has a famously quirky tradition: the Balkenprobe, where brave guests attempt to drink a glass of wine while hanging upside-down from a ceiling beam. Whether you give it a go or simply watch others try, it’s a memorable stop for a drink in a place where Zürich’s past is very much still alive.