Great Castle Route

Travel back in time by bike and visit three Aargau castles in one day. The Aargau castles Habsburg, Lenzburg, and Wildegg are well known. But what lies behind the old walls? A hands-on time travel experience.

Start at the Schinznach Thermal Spa with the Great Castle Route and follow the cantonal bike routes to Habsburg Castle. Founded around 1030, this double castle is the eponymous ancestral seat of the Habsburgs, who, after their brilliant rise in the late Middle Ages, ruled a world empire and were once the most powerful noble family in Europe. Experience this historic destination with a VR headset for free, at your own pace! The Habsburg castle restaurant invites you to dine royally with regional dishes on its large sun terrace with wonderful views.

Continue along the cantonal bike routes to Lenzburg Castle, probably the most beautiful hilltop castle in Switzerland. It sits on a rock above the town of the same name. Exhibitions, tours, and events showcase the lives of knights, nobles, and rogues in this castle of knights and dragons.

Then enjoy a relaxing descent into town and continue via Niederlenz and Möriken to Wildegg Castle with its beautiful Baroque garden. The castle was founded in the first half of the 13th century by the Habsburgs. For eleven generations, the patrician Effinger family shaped the Baroque castle domain with beautiful gardens, vineyards, forest, and estate. An authentic place to experience historical garden and living culture.

Finally, enjoy a short ride back to Bad Schinznach, where you can calmly reflect on your experiences in the thermal spa. Pure relaxation!