Location: Wettingen
Top Things to do in Wettingen
The 10 Best Things to Do in Wettingen, Switzerland
Wettingen is a residential community in the district of Baden in the Swiss canton of Aargau. With a population about 20,000 (2014), Wettingen is the largest municipality in the canton.
Restaurants in Wettingen
1. Stein Castle
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 60 reviews
Reviewed By Robin R
So it's a climb of noteworthy stairs/steps and elevation...but we felt it was worth it just to quietly sit and watch the sunset.
Trust me...we weren't alone...several other couples were enjoying the view as well:)
We were proud to have made it to the top...we walked all the way from the our hotel by the river thru town then to top of Stein Castle. It's a great memory.
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 7 reviews
Reviewed By saronic - Zurich, Switzerland
In the part, where the beautful 'Klosterpark' with many big trees slopes down towards the river Limmat are the terraced Gardens of the former monastery. It is a great place to look around and relax.
The monastery 'Stella Maris', which until the mid-19th century housed Cistercian monks, has now become the local high school. The church might be closed, especially in winter, but what can usually be visited is the attractive cloister with a yew-tree in the middle and - as it says- the biggest collection of lead-lights in Switzerland. In one corner is a little chapel with a picture of a naked 'Jesus-boy', which once survived a big fire and was then venerated as miraculous.
Next to the cloister garden is a - free for use - incline elevator, which leads down to the Limmat, where an Industrial Heritage Trail takes one towards a dam on the river with an interesting fish pass or fish ladder next to it.
3. Mission: Escape
Overall Ratings
5 based on 29 reviews
Reviewed By Michiel T
Organized a team event for work at Mission: escape. Must say, by far the best escape room I have visited so far. Very professional and punctual organization by Massimo and Sabrina. Also the rooms were very cleverly built. Biggest difference from any other escape room...MoreThank you very much Michiel. it was a pleasure to meet you. greetings Massimo & Sabrina
4. Skulpturenpark Bruno Weber
Overall Ratings
4 based on 66 reviews
Reviewed By FormerCaliBoy - Zurich, Switzerland
The Skulpturenpark Bruno Weber has just re-opened this month (April, 2015) after closing down late last year, so fortunately, for me to have a chance to see this magical place located on the edge of the woods in Dietikon. So thanks to all those that signed petitions and the agencies involved to have this park saved and opened once again for the imagination of all. The concept and works of this Bruno Weber Park is really fascinating. The park, buildings, sculptures of animals and human, Fountains and even the banquet/function space is stunning.
All of above being said, I do have to state my true opinion of the current state of the park. The entry fee is 15CHF, ok, not too bad for this special place, so lets begin with my observation. The designs, imagination of the buildings and animals as soon as one enters the park certainly brings out the delight in being able to witness this great place. As soon as you pay your entry and walk out of the trailer you will notice upgrades/upkeep being done around the park, which is a great thing. There are a lot of areas around the park that off limits or roped off for no access. I was a bit let down that many areas of the buildings upper areas and elevated sculptures are closed off. One can tell that there is a lot of work still to be done around the park, but this should not stop one from visiting and seeing this special place.
I know this is a special place, but what comes to mind for me is if there was rush to open the park again before it is mostly ready for the viewing/visiting public. I would think there is always much upkeep within the park, but then again I would have liked to have seen more areas open to view.
I would like to visit again when most of the areas are open for viewing. The park can be accessed with public transit from Zurich Main train station with the S3 or S12 to Dietikon train station, then transfer to the local bus #325 to the end of the line, then walking about 600 meters to the park entrance.
There are snacks, beverages and souvenirs located at the pay booth. The restrooms are located near the main Fountains and are very clean. I wish the park much success!
5. Legionaerspfad Vindonissa
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 22 reviews
Reviewed By travelmaniac1977 - Solothurn, Switzerland
The professional tour started in 2009 and is amazing! You walk through original "buildings", get a lot of wonderful information (Audio-Guide) and get surprised several times! You get to see the "underworld" with the water system, remains of great properties and other neet stuff! If you come here with your class you even get the chance to sleep like the Romans did and can be active throughout the journey to become a Roman yourself at the end! Overall a wonderful and very surprising experience! Enjoy!
6. Mammutmuseum Niederweningen
Overall Ratings
5 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By Matthias T
Das Mammutmuseum ist relative klein, aber sehr schön gestaltet. Es werden nicht nur verschieden Mammutknochen die in Niederweningen gefunden wurden ausgestellt, sondern es gibt auch Darstellungen die zeigen warum es gerade hier so viele Mammutfunde gab und gibt. Ausser den Mammutknochen sind auch Überreste von steinzeitlichen Menschen ausgestellt und einige noch ältere Fossilien die z.T. über 150 Mio Jahre alt sind. Zur Orientierung führt ein Zeitstrahl zurück von der Gegenwart bis in die Eiszeiten zu den Mammuten. Die Ausstellung wird ergänzt von einer Spielstation wo man das neu gefundene Wissen mit dem anderer Besucher vergleichen kann. Gerade Kinder scheinen davon magisch angezogen zu werden, was es Erwachsenen ermöglicht in Ruhe die sehr ausführlichen Informationstafeln zu lesen.
7. Museum Aargau - Wildegg Castle
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 68 reviews
Reviewed By jarchcun - Basel, Switzerland
easily reached from Basel or Zurich, Wildegg offers furnished rooms from the 15th through the 19th centuries. The variety and beauty of the many wood-burning stoves for heating, covered in decorated tiles, are remarkable. Weapons including booty from the defeat of Suleiman the Magnificent before Vienna in 1683 are impressive. Tasteful bouquets of flowers as well as gourds testify to the loving care of its management. The grounds are still actively farmed, including a vineyard. Wonderful!
8. Museum Langmatt
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 38 reviews
Open from March to December. Opening hours Museum: Tue-Fri 2pm to 5pm / Sat & Sun 11am to 5pm Opening hours Parc: Tue-Fri Midday to 5pm / Sat & Sun 10am to 5pm Villa Langmatt is accessible to the public as a residence and art museum. The legacy left behind by the Browns, a family of industrialists and collectors, is home to works by important French impressionists, an 18th century Venetian veduta collection and rare ceramics. The interior of the house with its French furnishings bears witness to the lifestyle of the family. In addition to the family objects on display, three to four special Exhibitions are put on every year and many events as well.
Reviewed By LeChat_EnVacances - Valais, Switzerland
Museum Langmatt, which exhibits artwork from the Langmatt Sidney & Jenny Brown Foundation, is located at Römerstrasse 30, Baden. It is easily accessible from Baden Train Station & can be reached on foot in 8-10 mins; simply walk up Bahnhofstrasse (in the direction of Grand Casino), continue onto Parkstrasse and when you see Hotel du Parc, turn left into Römerstrasse. The Museum has proper signage at its entrance so you won't miss it.
We passed through the gate and found ourselves on a gravel path lined with chestnut trees & park benches, within a beautiful landscaped garden dotted with sculptures. The picturesque villa and the serenity of its surrounding Gardens lured us in and made us linger much longer than expected...
Villa Langmatt was built circa 1900 by Karl Moser from Karlsruhe, Germany. It was initially the residence of Sidney William Brown (1865–1941) and Jenny Brown-Sulzer (1871–1968) but later on, 2 of their sons, Dr Sidney Hamlet Brown (1898–1970) and Dr John Alfred Brown (1900–1987), also settled here in their family home. Its elegant décor & tasteful furnishings offer a glimpse into the cultured lifestyle of a prominent Swiss industrialist family in the early 20th century.
Jenny Brown briefly trained as a painter and the couple were avid art collectors. Museum Langmatt showcases their private art collection which is displayed around the villa in an inviting home setting. The modest collection comprises mainly French Impressionist paintings by artists such as Paul Cézanne, Edgar Degas, Paul Gauguin, Claude Monet, Camille Pissarro, Pierre-Auguste Renoir and Alfred Sisley.
In addition, you will find on display an eclectic collection of artefacts which the Brown family brought back from their travels to exotic locales like the Far East. The Museum also hosts special themed Exhibitions on a regular basis so do check online for details.
Museum Langmatt operates from 1st March till 30th November; it is open on weekdays 2-5pm (Closed on Mondays) and on weekends, from 11am till 5pm. Admission Fee is CHF 12 per person but those aged under 18 can visit free of charge.
There is a Self-Service Cafeteria with an adjoining Terrace where you can have some light refreshments e.g. hot beverages, cakes, sandwiches, etc. You can also enjoy a picnic in the Gardens but you'd need to contact the museum staff (via email: [email protected] OR phone: +41 (0) 56 200 86 70) at least 3 days in advance to order a picnic basket (CHF 110 for 2 pax / CHF 200 for 4 pax).
We spent nearly 3 hours @ Villa Langmatt as we lingered in its tranquil, verdant Gardens for quite a while. If you're mainly interested in admiring the artwork, you can probably complete your visit of the Museum within 1-2 hours.
9. Cape Reinga Adventure Day Trips
Overall Ratings
5 based on 1 reviews
Reviewed By Ahmad Jahudi B - Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan, Malaysia
We took the Adventure Sand Safari Cape Reinga 90 Miles Beach Tour. It very a interesting tour. Of course we did not miss the dune Surfing. Going up was very challenging and Surfing down was exhilarating. I wish we could spend a bit more time... but then this was a day tour that includes many activities.
10. Shoppi Tivoli
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 23 reviews
Reviewed By Christian M - Dietikon, Switzerland
Hier findet Mann/Frau alles. Mode, Elektronik, Sport, Restaurants, Fast food, Kosmetik, Telekom Anbieter, Apotheken, SBB Info, Möbelhäuser, Games, etc.. Parkplätze genug vorhanden und die Preise sind human.
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