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"Churches and chapels" guided hike in the Staffelegg valley
"Churches and chapels" guided hike in the Staffelegg valley
"Churches and chapels" guided hike in the Staffelegg valley
"Churches and chapels" guided hike in the Staffelegg valley
"Churches and chapels" guided hike in the Staffelegg valley
"Churches and chapels" guided hike in the Staffelegg valley
"Churches and chapels" guided hike in the Staffelegg valley
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"Churches and chapels" guided hike in the Staffelegg valley

Densbüren
Non-refundable
Immediately
Highlights
  • Visit the beautiful Staffelegg valley with the villages of Densbüren, Herznach and Frick
  • Get unique views into normally closed chapels and impressive churches
  • Immerse yourself in the rich history and traditional architecture of the region
  • Admire art and cultural treasures from eight centuries
  • Let an experienced Jurapark landscape guide accompany you, who will answer all your questions
Description

In addition to unique flora and fauna, the Jurassic Park has a lot of culture and history to offer. Discover sacred buildings from eight centuries on this hike. You will admire art and cultural treasures of national importance.

During the hike you will learn a lot of exciting facts about the history of the region and the traditional architecture.

At the meeting point you will meet your guide and the rest of the participants. During the next hours you will hike together through the beautiful Staffelegg valley. The first place you will visit is the reformed Densbüren.

Then the path will lead you across the historic religious border to the Catholic villages of Herznach and Frick. On the way you will visit various chapels and churches. Unique are the visits to the chapels of Verena and Antonius, which are otherwise closed to the public.

Practical information:

  • Hiking distance: 10.5 km (+100 hm / -220 hm)
  • pure hiking time: 2:40 hrs.
  • Excursion can be visited with an all-terrain wheelchair. Due to narrow doors, the chapels in Herznach and Ueken can only be visited from the outside.
  • Wheelchair accessible toilets are available along the route
  • For participation with a wheelchair, contact the provider as early as possible

Rights holder of the photos shown

  • Jurapark Aargau
  • Peter Bircher,
  • Yumi Bieri
Inclusions
  • Guided hike on the theme of "Churches and Chapels" in the Staffelegg Valley

  • Accompaniment by experienced Jurapark landscape guide

Meeting point

Bus stop Asp AG, junction, 5025 Densbüren

Asp AG, Abzw., 5025 Densbüren, Switzerland

Important information
  • Take along: clothing appropriate to the weather, drinks and snacks (if needed)

Operator

Operated by

Jurapark Aargau

Verified operator

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