Free Toilets in Zurich & Toilet Codes (2026 Guide)

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I've been visiting Zurich since my childhood. And I still get caught off guard by a locked restroom door with a keypad.

Zurich is Switzerland's largest and most visited city. Every day, hundreds of thousands of people pass through Zurich HB alone. The good news: Zurich runs the most advanced public toilet network in the country (ZüriWC) with over 100 locations citywide, real-time availability, and even a dedicated app. The challenge is knowing where the free ones are.

Welcome to my personal, regularly updated guide to every free public toilet in Zurich. Learn how the ZüriWC app works. And as a bonus, benefit from the current access codes for fast food restaurants where you can slip in without buying a full meal.

Bookmark this. You'll need it.

Toilet Codes in Zurich (Verified February 2026)

Location	Address	Code	Last Verified
Burger King (Bahnhofstrasse)	Bahnhofstrasse 100	4567	February 2026
McDonald's (Zurich HB)	Bahnhofplatz 15	1295	February 2026
McDonald's (Opposite Globus)	Bahnhofstrasse 34	1144	February 2026
McDonald's (Opera House / Bellevue)	Bellevueplatz	3366	February 2026
Starbucks (Zurich HB)	Bahnhofplatz 1	2525	February 2026

Codes are printed on your receipt. If the code doesn't work, ask the cashier; they'll give it to you without a fuss.

Free Public Toilets in Zurich City Center

These toilets are part of the ZüriWC network, managed by the City of Zurich. Bellevue, Bürkliplatz, and Paradeplatz are attended WCs with a CHF 1 fee. The rest are free and unattended.

The ZüriWC app is community-sourced, meaning users can submit ratings and flag issues in real time. If a WC is out of service or unusually clean, someone will have noted it. Access the full live map and mobile app before you walk ten minutes in the wrong direction...

Name	Address	Features
Bäckeranlage	Hohlstrasse 91 (inside the park building, Kreis 4, near Helvetiaplatz)	Accessible · Euro-Key
Bellevue	Theaterstrasse 2 (staffed underground facility at the Bellevue tram hub)	Staffed · CHF 1
Bürkliplatz	Bürkliplatz 1 (at the lake end of Bahnhofstrasse, near the boat piers)	Staffed · CHF 1
Central	Limmatquai 1 (Central tram stop, north end of the Bahnhofbrücke bridge)	–
Escher-Wyss-Platz	Hardstrasse 219 (on the square near the Schiffbau theatre, Kreis 5)	–
Helvetiaplatz	Stauffacherstrasse 100 (on the square itself, Kreis 4, beside the fountain)	–
Lindenhügel	Lindenhügel path (off Schanzengasse, tucked under the trees on the Lindenhügel hill, Old Town)	–
Münsterhof	Stadthausquai 18 (at the corner of Münsterhof square facing the Limmat river)	Accessible
Paradeplatz	Underground, below Paradeplatz (staffed, accessed via stairs at the tram stop)	Staffed · CHF 1
Rathausbrücke	Limmatquai 55 (on the riverbank next to the Rathaus, Old Town side)	–
Sihlporte	Löwenstrasse 1 (at the base of the Sihlporte commercial building, between Zurich HB and Paradeplatz)	–
Stadelhofen	Stadelhoferplatz (inside the Stadelhofen train station concourse, track level)	–

Free Public Toilets near Zurich City Center

Name	Address	Features
Landiwiese	Mythenquai 301 (at the park's main pavilion building, between the Strandbad Mythenquai and the ZSG boat yard)	Accessible · Euro-Key
Zürichhorn	Bellerivestrasse 160 (at the lake promenade, near the Chinese Garden entrance and the Lake Side restaurant parking)	–
Theaterstrasse 18	Theaterstrasse 18 (enter the building, take the escalator to the top floor, free public WC on the right)	Free
University of Zurich	Rämistrasse 71 (use the main entrance, ground floor corridor to the left before the lecture halls)	Free · Indoor
Werdinsel	Werdinsel (on the Limmat river island itself, accessible via the footbridge from Urdorf-/Kanalstrasse in Altstetten; follow the path past the barbecue areas)	–
Sihlcity Shopping Center	Kalanderplatz 1 (ground floor near the movie theater entrance, and also level 1 beside the food court)	Accessible · Free

Free Public Toilets near Zurich City Center

Zurich Old Town with Limmat River and Grossmünster

Tips for Using Toilets in Zurich

Bookmark ZüriWC before you arrive

It's the city's official toilet map that shows real-time availability, accessibility filters, and baby changing locations across all 100+ WCs in the network.

Bürkliplatz is your lakefront anchor

Right at the end of Bahnhofstrasse where it meets the lake. A free, well-maintained, and perfectly positioned toilet for strolls along Lake Zurich.

Theaterstrasse 18 is one of Zurich's best-kept secrets

Take the escalator to the top floor. Free public WC, almost always quiet, and right in the heart of the city. Most tourists have no idea it exists.

McClean at Zurich HB is worth the CHF 1.50

Open 24/7 on the lower level of Zurich HB, this is the cleanest paid facility in Switzerland. It includes showers (CHF 12), accessible WCs (free with Euro-Key), and a family room with baby changing tables. Free entry with a valid SBB ticket or Swiss Travel Pass.

Five-star hotels, zero questions asked

The Widder Hotel (Rennweg 7), Park Hyatt (Beethovenstrasse 21), and Baur au Lac (Talstrasse 1) all have ground-floor lobby restrooms. Walk in like you own the place.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the current toilet codes in Zurich?

As of February 2026: Burger King Bahnhofstrasse = 4567, McDonald's Zurich HB = 1295, McDonald's opposite Globus = 1144, McDonald's Bellevue/Opera House = 3366, Starbucks Zurich HB = 2525.

Your receipt always has the current code. And if it fails, the cashier will give you the updated one.

What is the ZüriWC system and how do I use it?

ZüriWC is the City of Zurich's official public toilet system. The interactive map shows all 100+ WC locations across the city, live availability status, an accessibility filter, and whether baby changing facilities are present.

Are there free public toilets near Bahnhofstrasse?

Yes. Bürkliplatz (end of Bahnhofstrasse at the lake), Paradeplatz (midway along Bahnhofstrasse), and Münsterhof (Old Town, 5 min walk) are all free ZüriWC locations.

How much does the toilet at Zurich HB cost?

CHF 1.50 for the McClean facility on the lower level. Free entry if you scan a valid SBB train ticket or Swiss Travel Pass at the gate. Open 24 hours, 7 days a week.

Are there accessible toilets in Zurich?

Yes. The ZüriWC app has a dedicated accessibility filter. Bäckeranlage (Hohlstrasse 91) has a free Euro-Key accessible WC. The McClean center at Zurich HB also has full accessible facilities including an adapted shower.

Where can I find a toilet near Lake Zurich?

Bürkliplatz, Landiwiese (Mythenquai), and Zürichhorn Park all have free WCs directly on the lakefront path. Landiwiese and Zürichhorn are ideal if you're walking east from the city center toward the lake promenade.

Where can I find all Zurich public toilets on a map?

Use the official ZüriWC interactive map. It's the most accurate and up-to-date source for all public toilet locations in Zurich, with live status and accessibility information.