Finding great Christmas presents for your loved ones is always a challenge, which is the last thing you need in the run-up to the festive period. So, why not make things easy on yourself this year? Head to Zurich Airport, where new area the Circle is especially worth a visit, as you’ll find countless gifts that can satisfy even the fussiest of loved ones.
Housed directly at the airport, the Circle offers a whole world of prime shopping opportunities, and being located only nine minutes from Zurich city centre means that it’s certainly not just for airport passengers. This is where savvy shoppers from across Switzerland are doing their buying.
If you need a little inspiration once you arrive at the Circle, here are some gift ideas to kick-start your Christmas shopping journey. And you can find out more about what’s on offer at Zurich Airport over the festive period by clicking here.
Zurich’s long-standing and luxurious department store Jelmoli will be represented at the Circle with two new stores, one of which will focus on lifestyle, the other on sports. This means you’ll have your pick of seriously stylish clothing, plus first-rate sportswear and accessories, all guaranteed to make superb gifts.
If you’re looking for a Christmas present that makes a real statement and is sure to be treasured for decades to come, Omega’s iconic watches are a blessing. Explore the brand’s boutique at the Circle and you’re sure to find the perfect model for your lucky recipient, and perhaps even something to put on your own Christmas gift list.
It’s a misconception that you can’t go wrong with chocolate when it comes to buying someone a present. Why? Because there’s good chocolate and bad chocolate. Luckily, Läderach’s chocolate is very firmly in the ‘good’ variety. This is artisanal chocolate made in the foothills of the Glarus Alps, so whether you opt for pralines, truffles or Läderach’s famous ‘FrischSchoggi’ chocolate slabs, you’re guaranteed to choose something mouth-watering.
Buying something functional doesn’t have to mean buying something boring, especially not when it’s from Soeder. This fashionable pop-up store at the Circle offers a wide range of select clothing and health and beauty products, produced and sourced with sustainability in mind. From natural soaps to cosy beanies to see you through winter, everything here is made with care and much of it comes from Switzerland, keeping things local wherever possible.
Still not sure what to buy? Head to this new addition at the Circle, where you’ll find an ever-changing selection of high-quality items from sought-after brands. That could include anything from single malt whisky to designer sunglasses to the latest headphones to gorgeous perfumes and much more, all supplied by premium names. It’s the perfect place to discover a great gift, especially if you don’t know what you’re looking for.
You’ll be forgiven for thinking you’ve stepped out of the Circle and into rural Italy when you enter Sapori d’Italia – because you basically have. Sift your way through packs of fresh coffee, sweet treats like biscotti and amaretti, classic Italian wines and top-notch pasta – all delicious and all guaranteed to provide someone with their own little slice of Italian extravagance.
For more inspiration and details about other shopping brands, visit zurich-airport.com/circle.