Lake Hallwil

Although the Hallwilersee is not particularly well known, with its 10 square kilometres it ranks 15th in the list of the largest Swiss lakes. Unlike many other lakes in the Swiss midlands, its banks are largely undeveloped, which makes it attractive. The Hallwilersee is a popular destination for day trips. Beach resorts can be found in the villages of Seengen, Meiserschwanden, Aesch LU, Beinwil am See, Birrwil and Boniswil. In Mosen, at the southern end of the Hallwilersee, you will find camping Seeblick: ideal for guests who want to spend more than a day at the lake. There are also numerous restaurants on the Hallwilersee. Especially worth mentioning is the Seerose Resort & Spa, which has several restaurants. This traditional establishment, which opened back in the 1880s, stands for upscale cuisine and excellent service. If you like sports, you can hike around the entire Hallwilersee lake. The route is 22 km long; the hike takes about 5.5 hours. As the path is mostly along the lake, the route is easy to manage: There are only 240 meters of altitude difference to master. Tip: Start at the northern end of the lake at Hallwyl Castle, where a visit to the museum is recommended. What hikers particularly appreciate is the fact that the lakeside path is closed to cyclists. If a hike is too strenuous for you, you can explore the Hallwilersee by boat. In the summer months, the Hallwilersee shipping company offers a variety of course and extra ships. The company exists since 1888.
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Lägern ridge

This hike is not for the faint-hearted, because it leads along the Lägerngrat, which in some places drops almost vertically. The most difficult passages are in the first part, when you walk high above the valley from Baden to Wettingen. At the level of Otelfingen, you are already in Zurich territory. The route now becomes a pleasant walk in the woods. On the way you pass the Planetenweg, which shows in an impressive way how unbelievably large the distances between the different planets are. The destination is the pretty little town of Regensberg, idyllically situated at the end of the Lägern. Tip: Be sure to put on hiking boots.
Place: Baden
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Vindonissa Legionary Trail

Vindonissa was the name of a legionary camp of the Romans. Today the Aargau community of Windisch is located there. The Romans were stationed there from 14 to 101 AD. You can still see the traces of the Roman settlement today - on the legionary trail, which is open from April to October.
Place: Windisch
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Aquarena Fun

Aquarena Fun is the name of the thermal bath of Bad Schinznach. The highlight of the facility is the 65-metre long grotto slide. You can also warm up in the 35 degree pool in winter temperatures. Or you can simply let yourself drift in the 50-metre long river bath.
Place: Bad Schinznach
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Thermal bath Bad Zurzach

Even warmer are the springs of the thermal spa in Bad Zurzach in the north of Canton Aargau. The 39.5 degree Celsius warm water from the Glauber salt spring comes here from a depth of 400 metres. The water is particularly helpful in treating all kinds of rheumatic diseases and injuries. But even if you are healthy, the thermal baths in Bad Zurzach are a real treat: underwater massage glands, a river bath and the natural brine bath, where you can float on the water, provide relaxation.
Place: Bad Zurzach
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Umwelt Arena

Spreitenbach is mainly known for the Tivoli shopping centre, but the community in the east of the Aargau has more to offer. The Environmental Arena is equally exciting for adults and children: various exhibitions are dedicated to topics such as the environment, energy and sustainability. Among other things, you can take test drives with electric cars or visit an exhibition about insect food,.
Place: Spreitenbach
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Baden

Baden is pure history. The more than 1,000-year-old ruins are enthroned above the town, and the historic spa quarter is located on the Limmat. For more than 2,000 years, Switzerland's most mineral-rich thermal water has been bubbling from 18 different springs. The Romans, who founded the settlement "Aquae Helveticae" on the Limmat, already swore by this. The spa quarter is currently being completely renovated under the direction of star architect Mario Botta.
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Aarau

The 1st Friday in July is the most important public holiday on the Aarau city calendar. For 400 years, the Maienzug, a large folk festival, has taken place every year. The highlight is the parade of children and young people, but the celebrations continue throughout the day. The evening before is also legendary, when concerts take place in the alleys of the old town, where people sing, drink and laugh. If the May procession weekend is too noisy for you, you can of course visit the pretty old town of Aarau on any other day.
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Möriken-Wildegg

Never heard of it? Quite possibly, because the municipality of Möriken-Wildegg is rather small with its 4'500 inhabitants. All the more famous, however, is the 13th century Wildegg Castle, which towers above the municipality. This imposing architectural monument can be visited and guided tours of the castle are also available. The castle is surrounded by a baroque garden with 300 different plants. ProSpecieRara offers garden tours there.
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