The amphitheatre of Vindonissa is the oldest in Switzerland. It was erected by the 13th legion, initially being made of wood. After a fire, the 21st legion replaced it with the stone structure that su
Descend into the crypt or marvel at the famous stained-glass windows: Königsfelden Abbey offers great tours for families and children. Königsfelden Abbey is an exciting destination for families and ch
Legionärspfad Vindonissa – Museum Aargau Königsfelderstrasse 265 5210 Windisch Tel. 0848 871 200 Send a message Organisation Museum Aargau Management Member Contact Dr. Marco Sigg Director E-Mail Dr.
Experience the museum, the abbey complex and other highlights of Wettingen Abbey interactively. Museum Aargau offers exhibitions for all tastes as well as tours for families , groups and schools . The
Experience the Romans live! Events, public guided tours and family Sundays take place regularly on the Vindonissa Legionary Trail. Calendar of events (in German) Contact +41 (0)848 871 200 Send a mess
CONVENT CHURCH & HISTORY The Abbey complex Impressive convent church Stained glass windows Late medieval glass painting History A king's murder and the foundation of the Abbey
Königsfelden convent church was once the centrepiece of a large, substantial double monastery resided in by the mendicant orders of the Franciscans and the Clarists. Not only did the lives of the monk
Wettingen Abbey church is divided by an imposing rood screen into a spiritual and a secular area: The converse church (rear part of the nave) was already open to the public when the abbey still existe
A place of commemoration for the Habsburg family was created at the scene of King Albrecht I's murder. The stained glass windows of the church of Königsfelden Abbey reflect the very highest level of c
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Wettingen Abbey
Faith, power, knowledge
Visit Wettingen Abbey for a fascinating experience: Switzerland's best-preserved Cistercian abbey, with its church and historic gardens, is a cultural asset of international standing. Culture, education, history and hospitality merge into one experience at this power spot on the river Limmat.
IMPORTANT NOTES FOR VISITS IN 2025
The abbey church is closed in 2025 for restoration, the stained glass windows in the cloister are not accessible
The museum is open from 4 April to 2 November 2025 (Friday to Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
Guided tours for groups and schools can be booked from Tuesday to Sunday
