Fricktal Höhenweg (1): Rheinfelden – Zeiningen
Jurapark Aargau - From the historic Zähringer town of Rheinfelden through green forests up to the Sonnenberg Tower – those who enjoy leisurely hiking are exactly right on the Fricktal Höhenweg.
The first stage of the Fricktal Höhenweg starts in the Zähringer town of Rheinfelden. The numerous sights of the old town not only reveal its rich history but also many curiosities. For example, the town clock still strikes seven minutes early today. Beer lovers will enjoy a visit to Feldschlösschen Brauwelt, the largest brewery in Switzerland. The wellness world sole uno invites you to a relaxing bath after the hike.
From Rheinfelden, the Fricktal Höhenweg then leads over the forested Steppberg to the Sonnenberg Tower. From the tower's platform, a wonderful panoramic view can be enjoyed. The hike continues into the Jurapark Aargau and ends in the village of Zeiningen.
Stroller: The route is suitable for ambitious hiking families with an all-terrain stroller. Along the way, there are some steep ascents and descents as well as two staircases just before the Sonnenberg Tower. The path often runs on uneven forest trails, but without major roots and stones.
Barrier-free: not suitable
Route-information
Route-information
- Length
- 9.77 km
- Altitude difference ascent
- 346 m
- Altitude difference descent
- 292 m
- Time required
- 3 hours
- Level technique
- Easy
- Level condition
- Middle
Details
Stretching over 60 kilometers, the Fricktal Höhenweg runs through the hilly landscape of the Aargau Jura from Rheinfelden via Frick to Mettau. Along the way, the Fricktal shows itself from its most beautiful side: blooming cherry trees, flowery meadows, and wide views await hikers. In spring, the blossoms attract visitors; in summer, shady forests; in autumn, the vineyards turn color; and in winter, the path leads over a sea of fog in many places.
The 60-kilometer Höhenweg is best hiked in two to five stages:
Stage 1: Rheinfelden – Zeiningen
Stage 2: Zeiningen – Wegenstetten
Stage 3: Wegenstetten – Frick
Stage 4: Frick – Sennhütten
Stage 5: Sennhütten – Mettau
Signalization
Rheinfelden SBB Steppberg – Magdener Galgen – Sonnenberg – Zeiningen
Arrival
Arrival
- Starting point
- Rheinfelden
- Arrival by public transport
- Rheinfelden Timetable SBB
- Destination
- Zeiningen
Suitable for
The offer is suitable for
- Adults
- Children >12 years
- 50+
Season
All season
Contact
Jurapark AargauJurapark Aargau Geschäftsstelle
Linn 51
5225 Bözberg
T 062 877 15 04
www.jurapark-aargau.ch