From the lake into the sink - Zurich Water Supply celebrates anniversary
The water supply is underestimated. Only when the elixir of life doesn't flow do people get restless. 150 years ago, the residents of Zurich still had to fetch their drinking water from wells until the city's water supply was established in 1868.
A water supply for a city like Zurich became unavoidable. Because the city is located on the lake, it was obvious to use lake water. How the water makes its way from the lake to the house is shown by the city of Zurich this year on special guided tours to mark its 150th anniversary.
Whole year anniversary
Throughout the year, events are held for the public, as the water supply company announced today. During tours of the waterworks, interested parties can gain an insight into how lake water is turned into drinking water.
In addition, Camerata Schweiz will play three concerts in empty reservoir chambers in June.
Big logistic step
The introduction of a water supply to homes in 1868 was a big step, the release says.
In 1914, construction began on the first Moos lake waterworks in Wollishofen. Later, the Lengg lake water plant, the Hardhof groundwater plant and the Sihlbrugg spring water plant were added.
With an app, the history of the 90 fountains in downtown Zurich can also be experienced in a playful way in Kreis 1. If you collect water at these fountains, fairytale creatures appear on the smartphone screen:
Launch Anniversary Fountain app "A Tale of Wells," March 2018
To the events: http://www.facebook.com/wasserversorgung
