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Turgi: 5 fun facts you didn’t know yet!

Did you know that Turgi is not only a district of Baden in the canton of Aargau, but also a place full of surprises? In this blog post, we reveal some secrets and tell you five fun facts that you definitely didn’t know about Turgi.

Are you ready for an exciting journey through the past and present of this charming town? Then let yourself be carried away by our fun facts and discover a whole new side to Turgi!

Fun facts about Turgi that you didn’t know yet!

1. a good role model

In 2002, Turgi was awarded the Wakker Prize by the Swiss Heritage Society, as Turgi has been successfully working to improve its living environment for several decades.

2. one of the oldest railway bridges still in use in Switzerland

The SBB Limmat Bridge in Turgi is a bridge on the Turgi-Koblenz-Waldshut railway line and crosses the River Limmat. It is one of the oldest railway bridges still in operation in Switzerland.

3. no longer its own municipality since 2024

Since the municipal merger on 1 January 2024, the municipality of Turgi has been part of the town of Baden as a new district.

4. immortalising memories in a telephone booth

In 2023, Turgi celebrated its 140th anniversary and its departure as an independent municipality. A project team called on the population to compile memories, insider tips and funny facts about the village and collect them in a memory bank in the form of a wooden box. The box contained a red telephone that could be used to leave a voice message.

5. the first railway connection between Germany and Switzerland

The Turgi-Koblenz-Waldshut railway line was the first railway connection between Germany and Switzerland.

About Turgi

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Turgi is a district of Baden in the Swiss canton of Aargau. It is located in the north-west of the urban area in the lower Limmat Valley, near where the Limmat flows into the Aare. The village was an independent municipality in the district of Baden until the end of 2023 and merged with Baden on 1 January 2024.

History

Turgi was first mentioned in a document in 1281. The name Turgi goes back to the name of the medieval landgraviate of Thurgau, which extended as far as the River Aare in the early Middle Ages.

In 1415, the dominion of Baden was conquered by the Swiss Confederates and Turgi became a subject territory of the Swiss Confederation.

In the 19th century, Turgi developed into an industrial centre. Growth accelerated further with the opening of the Baden-Turgi-Brugg railway line on 29 September 1856.

Coat of arms

The coat of arms of Turgi shows a white diagonal river on a red background, accompanied by a black cogwheel and a yellow ear of corn. The diagonal river symbolises the Limmat, the cogwheel the industry to which Turgi owes its existence, and the ear of corn the agriculture.

Population

At the end of 2022, 3,010 people lived in Turgi.

Economy

Industry, to which the village of Turgi owes its existence, has been roughly half replaced by service companies in recent decades.

Transport

Turgi has good transport links. The municipality is located on the A1 motorway and the Zurich-Baden railway line.

Places of interest

Turgi’s townscape is characterised by the industrial buildings and the 19th century workers’ housing estate, which were built in the classicist and neo-Gothic styles. To the south of the railway line, numerous stately manufacturers’ villas were built around 1900. Almost all of the buildings have been preserved and are in excellent condition.

Bonus tip: Discover Turgi with Foxtrail

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Foxtrail is a unique and interactive scavenger hunt that offers visitors an innovative way to discover Turgi and its sights. In this adventure, participants are guided through the district in teams, solving puzzles and deciphering clues to find the next location on their way. This experience is designed to not only encourage physical movement through the town, but also to challenge teamwork and logical thinking.

How does the Foxtrail in Turgi work?

  • Starting point: Each Foxtrail begins at a designated starting point where teams receive their documents and initial clues. This marks the start of their adventure through Turgi.
  • Solving puzzles: Participants have to solve various puzzles that lead them to hidden messages, unusual places and impressive sights in Turgi. The puzzles are designed to encourage participants to take a closer look at the surroundings and engage with the history and culture of the former municipality.
  • Team experience: Although Foxtrail can be experienced with family, friends or as a team-building activity with colleagues, the focus is on the shared experience. The tasks require communication and co-operation, which makes the whole experience a social one.

By taking part in a Foxtrail in Turgi, visitors are given the opportunity to explore the district in a fun way. They not only discover the well-known sights, but also hidden corners and special places that are off the beaten track. At the same time, they learn interesting facts about Turgi and its history, making the experience both educational and entertaining. Foxtrail thus offers a perfect combination of adventure, culture and fun, ideal for anyone who wants to discover Turgi in a unique and interactive way.

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