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    Welcome to the Amazon of Switzerland! The Aargau High Rhine is a natural lifeline for plants, animals, and people – a refreshingly pristine natural jewel.
    moderate
    Distance 20.3 km
    5:10 h
    22 m
    67 m
    369 m
    313 m

    Between Lake Constance and Basel flows the High Rhine, which here largely forms the natural border between Germany and Switzerland. The Aargau section lies between the small town of Kaiserstuhl and the former Roman metropolis Augusta Raurica (Kaiseraugst). Here, the river flows unhindered through the landscape over long stretches. 

    In Kaiserstuhl, it is worth exploring the historic old town. Let yourself be carried away on a fascinating journey through time, made tangible by historic alleys, charming squares, and well-preserved half-timbered houses, the rich heritage of this city.

    The floodplain protection area "Chly Rhy" offers a great variety of habitats. Viewing platforms provide a clear view of nature away from the walkable paths. Here you can observe, make small and large discoveries, enjoy peace, stroll, research, and barbecue. The best way to access the habitats of the floodplain is on a hike. Many floodplain animals also go hiking: for example, frogs and toads from the hinterland seek spawning sites in sun-warmed ponds, and young beavers raised in the floodplain set out to conquer their own territory.

    Author’s recommendation

    Note: The route can be shortened and you can choose your starting point.

    At a stop at the tourism office in Bad Zurzach, you will receive an informative brochure about the Chly Rhy floodplain and learn interesting facts about this unique natural jewel on the Aargau High Rhine.

    The path between Rekingen and Koblenz is pram-friendly.

    Difficulty
    moderate
    Overall difficulty
    moderate

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

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    Landscape
    Highest point
    369 m
    Lowest point
    313 m
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    Track types

    Asphalt 9.13%Dirt road 0.70%Forested/wild trail 28.40%Path 57.09%Road 4.65%
    Asphalt
    1.9 km
    Dirt road
    143 m
    Forested/wild trail
    5.8 km
    Path
    11.6 km
    Road
    943 m
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    Rest stops

    Hotel Restaurant Kreuz
    Hotel Restaurant Kreuz
    Spittel Kaiserstuhl
    Café Spittel Kaiserstuhl
    Bakery Café Restaurant Maier Bad Zurzach
    Restaurant Höfli
    Therme Zurzach
    VitalBoutique Hotel Zurzacherhof***S
    Restaurant of the Therme Zurzach
    VitalRestaurant Zurzacherhof

    Tips and suggestions

    Further information about the Chly Rhy floodplain can be found here.

    Roadbook

    From the train station in Kaiserstuhl, follow the signposts of hiking route 60 "ViaRhenana" towards Bad Zurzach / Rietheim / Koblenz. Along this route, you will walk almost continuously along the bank of the Aargau High Rhine.

    Public transport

    Public-transport-friendly

    By bus/train:

    You can reach Kaiserstuhl by train from Baden or Waldshut. From Koblenz, you can return to Kaiserstuhl by train within 21 minutes.

    You can reach Bad Zurzach by bus from Brugg or by train from Baden or Waldshut. From Koblenz, you can return to Bad Zurzach by train within 8 minutes.

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    Directions

    By car:

    From Baden, it is about 20 minutes; from Zurich or Zurich Airport Kloten, 20 minutes; and from Schaffhausen, 40 minutes to Kaiserstuhl.

    From Baden, it is about 25 minutes; from Zurich or Zurich Airport Kloten, 35 minutes; and from Schaffhausen, 40 minutes to Bad Zurzach.

    Parking

    In Kaiserstuhl, you have parking options in the paid parking lot at the train station.

    In Bad Zurzach, you have parking options in the paid parking lot of the Zurzach Thermal Baths.

    Coordinates

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    2'673'731E 1'268'934N
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    47.566975, 8.418431
    DMS
    47°34'01.1"N 8°25'06.4"E
    UTM
    32T 456255 5268337
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    Book recommendation by the author

    Extensive information about the floodplain protection areas can be found at Pro Natura.

    Author’s map recommendations

    Corresponding maps can be obtained from Bad Zurzach Tourism.

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    Equipment

    With binoculars and an information brochure, you can observe some of the floodplain inhabitants in their daily lives.

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    Parts of this content were machine translated from German.

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    Distance
    20.3 km
    Duration
    5:10 h
    Ascent
    22 m
    Descent
    67 m
    Highest point
    369 m
    Lowest point
    313 m
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