Baden
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By train
Baden is served by rail. Located just outside Zürich, it is served by the S6 (37 min) and S12 (30 min) lines of the Zürich S-Bahn commuter rail network. If you have an all-zone Zürich transport card and are coming from Zürich, you should by a single ticket from Otelfingen (for S6) or Dietikon (for S12). Connections westwards are available by Aargau local trains S23 and S27 to Olten and Waldshut as well as interregional trains to Basel and Berne. For Zürich S-Bahn map, tickets and timetables see the Zürich local transport website. For Aargau local rail map, tickets and timetables see.
By car
Baden is near the major A1/E30 motorway. Use either exit 55 Neuenhof or 54 Verzweigung Baden. Between those two exits, you drive through the Baregg, a famous tunnel. Famous, because it was a major source of traffic jam before the 3rd tunnel was built.
- Walk up the hill in the middle of town to the old ruins of a Habsburg castle, the Stein, for an excellent view of Baden, Wettingen, and surrounding communities. On clear days the Glarner Alps can be seen.
- The Baden Museum gives a full historical overview of how the baths, and industry have shaped the town.
- There is Children's museum, KinderMuseum. Could be an interesting activity for children.
- The Langmatt Museum, for those interested in Impressionist art.
January - March
October - December