From the monastery - to the church - to the castle
The route is not only scenic but also offers historical insights into the region. The tranquility of the monastery, the simplicity of the church, and the majestic splendor of the castle impress.
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The route starts at the monastery parking lot in St. Urban. After just a few minutes, you reach the field path. On the way between forest and fields, you come to the sawmill in Roggwil. Turn right there (old water wheel) and walk straight ahead—first through Walliswil (municipality of Murgenthal), then continuing on the field path through the Smaragdgebiet Oberaargau. You will soon reach Murgenthal. Before the wooden bridge, turn left and then immediately right to reach the Aare riverside path. Along this path to Aarwangen, you will find beautiful beaches for a picnic or a short break. The path leads you directly to Aarwangen Castle.
Tip from the author
Smaragdgebiet Oberaargau
The Smaragdgebiet Oberaargau association is committed to preserving and promoting endangered animal and plant species in Oberaargau in accordance with the Europe-wide nature conservation program "Smaragd." In doing so, it can also contribute to greater biodiversity and the attractiveness of the cultural landscape in the Smaragdgebiet Oberaargau, allowing its special features to unfold. Previously common and now rare or completely lost landscape elements are newly created or rehabilitated. Furthermore, the location attractiveness of the participating municipalities can be increased through enhancement measures, and selected regional features in nature and landscape can be made more accessible. (Source: www.smaragdoberaargau.ch)
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Getting there
- Public Transport
Start: Take the Aare Seeland Mobil from Langenthal to St. Urban. Destination: There is a stop for the Aare Seeland Mobil directly at Aarwangen Castle. From there, you can return to St. Urban via Langenthal.
- Privat Transport
St. Urban is easily accessible from the Reiden or Niederbipp motorway.
- Parking
Paid parking in St. Urban. (24h/CHF 5.-)
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