Experience walls steeped in history
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Let’s go on an exciting journey through time to the majestic witnesses of a bygone era! The Aargau Solothurn holiday region boasts an incredible variety of castles and fortresses which invite you to delve into centuries of history. Their gardens and vineyards are oases of tranquility and you’ll find culinary delicacies to enjoy at bistros and restaurants. An experience for all the senses.
The castles and palaces revive bygone days. In exhibitions, visitors immerse themselves in the lives of noblemen and knights in the Middle Ages and learn everything about everyday castle life in dramatic re-enactments and guided tours. Residential museums provide a glimpse into the living conditions and lifestyle of former residents. Castle dragons and adventure playgrounds keep even the younger guests in high spirits.
Rarely are the historic walls the sole reason for an excursion. Magnificent gardens and rose beds invite you to linger. The breathtaking views from the Jura over the Swiss Plateau to the Alps make walkers and cyclists marvel already along the way. Culinary delights are also on offer: Whether a simple bistro, noble restaurant or cosy picnic spots – gastronomic delights are guaranteed. Wines made from castle vineyards can be a real discovery.
An excursion to the castles, fortresses and also ruins in the Aargau Solothurn holiday region is definitely worthwhile. The witnesses to an exciting past invite you to experience the history of the region first hand.
More information about the castles, fortresses and ruins in Aargau and Solothurn.
Discover the surroundings
Contact
Aargau Tourismus
Laurstrasse 10
5200
Brugg
Switzerland
Phone
+41 (0)62 823 00 73
info@aargautourismus.ch
aargautourismus.ch
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Kanton Solothurn Tourismus
Frohburgstrasse 1
4601
Olten
Switzerland
Phone
+41 (0)62 213 16 20
info@kantonsolothurntourismus.ch
kantonsolothurntourismus.ch
