What to do and see in Canton of Aargau, Canton of Aargau: The Best Things to do

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.

Das Schweizer Kindermuseum in Baden AG thematisiert Kindheit, die Welt des Kindes und ihre Veränderungen durch die vergangenen Jahrhunderte bis in die Gegenwart. Anhand historischer Objekte, interaktiven Stationen und im gemeinsamen Spiel erleben kleine und grosse Gäste generationenübergreifend, wie sich das Leben der Kinder in den letzten 300 Jahren gewandelt hat. Es ist das einzige Museum in der Schweiz, das sich in dieser Form mit der Thematik «Kindheit» auseinandersetzt. In den Sonderausstellungen des Museums werden aktuelle Themen kindgerecht aufbereitet. Die kindliche Perspektive ist massgeblich für die Gestaltung der Ausstellungen. Auch hier werden Möglichkeiten zum Spielen, Ausprobieren und Experimentieren geboten.

Located on a rocky outcrop above the town of the same name Lenzburg Castle is one of the most beautiful hilltop castles in Switzerland. Today’s castle complex is the end result of 1.000 years of construction history. It evolved from a counts’ residence to a seat of administration of Bernese bailiffs to the private home of rich American families. Once you have negotiated the draw bridge and enter the castle courtyard through the wooden gate, you will immerse yourself in 1000 years of the castle’s history. In this original setting, history becomes an adventure. Especially for children and families: In the dragon research facility small researchers can explore much in a playful manner and visit the castle’s legendary dragon Fauchi. What child does not dream of being a princess or a knight. Secret nooks and hidden stairs invite children on a journey of discovery. Here they can play, make things and dress up as what ever they like.

Founded in 1959, the Aargauer Kunsthaus is one of the leading art museums in Switzerland. It derives its appeal in particular from its exhibition programme, in which contemporary art takes a central place, and from its outstanding permanent collection, arguably the most important public collection of Swiss art from the 18th century to the present. In 2003 the museum building was expanded based on designs by Herzog & de Meuron Architects in collaboration with the artist Rémy Zaugg. Each year the Kunsthaus presents about ten exhibitions, showcasing major national and international artistic approaches. Particular attention is also paid to young artists and to artists from the Argovian region. An innovative, wide-ranging art education programme serves to foster public appreciation, particularly on the part of a younger audience, of the exhibitions and the permanent collection, with the latter regularly being presented in new arrangements.

The Umwelt Arena is the new exhibition and event platform for products and services for a modern, ecofriendly lifestyle. Over 100 companies and organisations provide information in 45 exciting exhibitions. A world of experiences for energy and environmental issues - not theoretical, but something to touch, experience and try out. Sustainability, renewable energy and nature. How does this fit in with my requirements for living, mobility and energy? How can this be achieved without sacrificing comfort and incurring higher costs? You can find the answers in the interactive displays.