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Wildegg Castle

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Wildegg Castle
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Wildegg Castle near Lenzburg combines historical living culture with diverse gardens. The castle grounds tell of the life of the von Effinger family and the garden culture of past centuries.

Wildegg Castle is situated on a hill above the River Aare between Lenzburg and Brugg and is one of the most impressive castle complexes in the canton of Aargau. The extensive castle grounds include the historic castle, farm buildings and a diverse garden and cultural landscape.

The life of the von Effinger family, who shaped the estate from the 15th to the 20th century, can be experienced in the originally furnished living quarters. The exhibition leads through several floors and provides an insight into the everyday life, living culture and history of the castle's former inhabitants.

Various gardens extend around the castle, including a kitchen garden, a rose garden, vineyards and historic avenues of trees. Paths lead through the grounds and repeatedly open up views of the surrounding landscape. The combination of castle, gardens and cultural landscape makes the domain a versatile excursion destination.

Regular guided tours, events and offers for families complement the experience on the castle grounds. A bistro on the grounds also invites visitors to linger.

Opening times

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Tuesday	10:00–17:00
Wednesday	10:00–17:00
Thursday	10:00–17:00
Friday	10:00–17:00
Saturday	10:00–17:00
Sunday	10:00–17:00

The castle, gardens and bistro are open from April to the end of October, Tuesdays to Sundays from 10.00 am to 5.00 pm.

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The entrance fees can be found on the castle's website.

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Public transport

Wildegg Castle is well served by public transport:

From Wildegg railroad station, you can reach the castle on foot in about 20 minutes. The signposted path leads through the village and then up along the vineyard to the castle. There are also several bus routes to the castle. The nearest bus stop is "Möriken AG, Schloss Wildegg".

Directions

Wildegg Castle can be easily reached by train, bus, car or on foot. Further information on how to get here.

Parking

Parking spaces are available below the castle at the organic farm.

Coordinates

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2'655'254E 1'252'469N

47.420712, 8.170867

DMS

47°25'14.6"N 8°10'15.1"E

UTM

32T 437461 5252251

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Wildegg Castle

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Effingerweg 5
5103 Wildegg
+41 848 871 200 https://www.museumaargau.ch/schloss-wildegg E-mail: schlosswildegg@ag.ch

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