The secret capital of the Swiss Confederation
Overview
Intro
What lies behind the "Berner Extrawurst"? Why did so many delegates from foreign powers flock to Baden in the 15th century? This city tour offers fascinating insights into Baden's turbulent history.
What lies behind the "Berner Extrawurst"? Why did so many delegates from foreign powers flock to Baden in the 15th century? This city tour offers fascinating insights into Baden's turbulent history. In the 15th century, the city became a political hub as the Confederates expelled the Habsburgs, making Baden an important location for the Federal Diet for 300 years.
Two impressive witnesses of this era are visited: Stein Castle and the historic Diet Hall in the Town Hall. The ascent to the Stein ruins offers a breathtaking view over the city-a highlight that connects history with the present.
Language
German English (every 1st Wednesday of the month)
Time
Duration
6:00 pm, Wednesday 11:00 a.m., Sunday
1.5 hours
Meeting point
End point
Info Baden Tourist Office
vor dem Stadthaus
Not sure if you want to book yet? Depending on availability, you can also spontaneously take part in the respective public tour. In this case, we ask you to pay the amount either via TWINT or in cash to the tour guide on site.
For every guest who takes part in one of our city tours, we invest CHF 1 in sustainability. In addition to offsetting emissions, this also includes projects in the Baden region.
| Contact address |
TourismusRegion Baden AG
Badstrasse 31 5400 Baden +41 56 200 15 30 info@deinbaden.ch |
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| Price |
German 2for1 voucher 2for1 delivery: 20.00 CHF
German Adult from 16 years: 20.00 CHF
German Child until 15 years: 10.00 CHF
Januaryhit / 50% (German) 2für1 Gutschein 2für1 abgeben: 10.00 CHF
Januaryhit / 50% (German) Adult from 16 years: 10.00 CHF
Januaryhit / 50% (German) Child until 15 years: 5.00 CHF
Please note: The tour will be conducted in English! 2for1 voucher 2for1 delivery: 20.00 CHF
Please note: The tour will be conducted in English! Adult from 16 years: 20.00 CHF
Please note: The tour will be conducted in English! Child until 15 years: 10.00 CHF
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Event dates
- 09 August 2026
- 20 September 2026