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Old Bath Pfäfers

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The famous Old Bath Pfäfers
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The Old Bath Pfäfers, the oldest preserved Baroque bath in Switzerland, is located at the entrance of the Tamina Gorge. It offers historical rooms, museums, and a restaurant and is known for its 36.5 °C warm thermal water.

The Old Bath Pfäfers is the oldest preserved baroque bath in Switzerland. Today, the historic building is a cultural attraction with a supraregional appeal. The historic house stands at the entrance to the Tamina gorge, where the famous 36.5° C thermal water rises. The history of the Old Bath Pfäfer begins in 1240, when two hunters discovered a 36.5° C warm spring in the Tamina gorge. The monks of the nearby Benedictine monastery recognize a healing effect in their waters. Over the centuries, the spa has grown into an internationally renowned health resort. However, bathing has long since ceased in Bad Pfäfers. Between 1983 and 1995 it was extensively renovated. Today it is a popular restaurant and is always the scene of various cultural events.

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Public transport

Zum Alten Bad Pfäfers und zur Taminaschlucht gelangt man nur mit dem Postauto, der Rösslipost oder zu Fuss. Das Postauto fährt ab Bad Ragaz bis zum Alten Bad Pfäfers. Ab Bad Ragaz dauert die einfache Wanderung knapp 1 Stunde. Weitere Wanderwege führen über Pfäfers oder Valens zum Alten Bad Pfäfers.

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Directions

Zum Alten Bad Pfäfers und zur Taminaschlucht besteht ein allgemeines Fahrverbot. Zugang nur mit Postauto, Rösslipost oder Fuss möglich.

Parking

Parkmöglichkeiten in Bad Ragaz im Parkhaus Zentrum und Tamina Therme/Casino, sowie Park&Rail oder Parkplatz Allmend beim Bahnhof Bad Ragaz.

Coordinates

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2'755'899E 1'204'583N

46.973999, 9.487643

DMS

46°58'26.4"N 9°29'15.5"E

UTM

32T 537091 5202390

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