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Things to see in Menziken (Switzerland): 35 places and when to go
Menziken is a town in Switzerland, and this site lists 35 places in and around it, mainly History (9), Food and drink (6), Nature (5). The best known are Schenkon, Lake Baldegg and Muri Abbey. The best time to come is December to March and May to October; also possible: April and November. In June there are 15 h 42 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 18. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Switzerland · 47.2333, 8.1912
- Places
- 35 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (9) · Food and drink (6) · Nature (5) · Hiking (5) · Wildlife (3) · Temples (3)
- Best time
- December to March and May to October.
- Also possible
- April and November.
- Nearest airport
- ZRH Zurich, 37 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Lindenberg, at 878 m.
What to see in Menziken
The places in and around Menziken, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- SchenkonHistory7.8 km
- Lake BaldeggLake in the Canton of Lucerne, Switzerland6.6 km
- Muri AbbeyMonastery in Muri in the canton of Aargau, Switzerland12 km
- LindenbergMountain in Switzerland8.0 km
- BlosenbergturmDisused radio transmitter in Switzerland5.0 km
- StierenbergMountain in Switzerland2.5 km
- Heidegg CastleChâteau in Gelfingen in the canton of Lucerne, Switzerland6.5 km
- Beinwil am See–ÄgelmoosArchaeological site in Beinwil am See in the canton of Aargau, Switzerland5.0 km
- Boniswiler-Seenger Ried nature reserveFenland of national importance in Boniswil and Seengen, canton of Aargau, Switzerland8.9 km
- Brestenberg CastleCastle in Seengen in the Canton of Aargau, Switzerland9.7 km
- Hilfikon CastleBuildings in Hilfikon in the canton of Aargau, Switzerland12 km
- Horben CastleCastle in Beinwil (Freiamt) in the canton of Aargau, Switzerland10 km
- Protestant Reformed Parish ChurchChurch building in Birrwil in the canton of Aargau, Switzerland6.5 km
- Nünegg CastleCastle ruin in Lieli in the canton of Lucerne, Switzerland8.9 km
- Buttisholz CastleCastle in Buttisholz in the canton of Lucerne, Switzerland15 km
- Homberg towerTower4.8 km
- St. Josef parish churchChurch building in Bettwil in the canton of Aargau, Switzerland8.6 km
- Weissenbach sawmillBuilding in Boswil in the Canton of Aargau, Switzerland9.8 km
- Brauerei Erusbacher & Paul AGBrewery13 km
- BrauGarageBrewery2.0 km
- Brauhuus 531Brewery7.0 km
- Brennerei SteinmannDistillery13 km
- FreiämterwegHiking11 km
- Freiämterweg BergrouteHiking9.8 km
And the other 11, by what you come to do:
- Hiking: Freiämterweg Talroute, Rundgang Hallwilersee
- With kids: Hallenbad Menziken, SINNESPARK Villmergen, Tierpark Waltenschwil
- Food and drink: Kaiserspan Weinbau, Schlossbräu Rued
- Hot springs: Seebad Aesch, Seebad Gelfingen, Strandbad Nottwil
- Stargazing: Sternwarte NOVA-SOLARIS
When to go to Menziken
The best time to visit Menziken is December to March and May to October; also possible: April and November. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanBest time8:41
- FebBest time10:02
- MarBest time11:36
- AprPossible13:23
- MayBest time14:53
- JunBest time15:42
- JulBest time15:22
- AugBest time14:03
- SepBest time12:19
- OctBest time10:36
- NovPossible9:04
- DecBest time8:18
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 15 h 42 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 18. In May, 34 of the 35 places are at their best.
When to go to Switzerland in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Menziken
The nearest main airport is Zürich Airport (ZRH, Zurich), 37 km as the crow flies. How to get around Switzerland (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Aarau95 places21 km
- Lucerne68 places21 km
- Zug71 places23 km
- St. Urban29 places27 km
- Zurich286 places32 km
- Stans52 places35 km
And all of Switzerland, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Menziken?
The best known: Schenkon, Lake Baldegg, Muri Abbey, Lindenberg, Blosenbergturm. In all, 35 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Menziken?
December to March and May to October; also possible: April and November. In June there are 15 h 42 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 18.
How do you get to Menziken?
The nearest main airport is Zürich Airport (ZRH), 37 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Menziken as the destination and these 35 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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