Welcome to the canton of Aargau
After visiting the beautiful Alps, we head to the Swiss Plateau (the least mountainous region in Switzerland) to discover the various artisanal cheeses made there. Nestled between the Jura Mountains and the Swiss Alps, the canton of Aargau has wooded hills and fertile valleys that are watered by the Aare River and its tributaries. This landscape gives birth to happy cows and delicious cheese! We hope you will join us on our journey!
Our Discoveries in Aargau
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- Cheese
- Cheese Dairy
- Wine
CELEBRATE “THE MIRACLE OF THE VINE” WITH THE APÉRO BOX FROM AARGAU
Hello Cheese and Wine Lovers! The temperature rises and our vines are about to begin to bud; it is usually during this month (in the northern hemisphere) that you can observe this phase considered as “the miracle of the vine”. In this important month for the vine, we have selected a canton that is an ... Read more
OUR VISIT TO THE CHEESE DAIRIES IN AARGAU
Introduction : We returned to two cheese dairies in the canton of Aargau, which we had visited exactly two years ago. These two cheesemakers had so many choices that we knew we would go back and show them to you. Usually, during our “visit” days, we take the opportunity to have lunch in a village ... Read more
DISCOVER THE ARTISANAL CHEESES OF AARGAU – OUR APRIL 2021 BOX!
Spring is shaping up to be wonderful, let’s make the most of it! We continue our tour of Switzerland now that we have made a first tour of the cantons. Some were not highlighted, such as Geneva, Schaffhausen or the Jura, but unfortunately, there were not enough cheese dairies for our selections. We promise we ... Read more
SELECTION OF THE MONTH – APRIL 2019
Introduction Our trips to the canton of Aargau have allowed us to discover artisanal cheeses. This month, we are testing the different types of milk used in cheese making. We will offer you cheeses made from goat's milk, buffalo milk, and of course, cow's milk. This will be a nice Box to share during your ... Read more
THE CHEESE DAIRIES OF AARGAU
Introduction Our trip to the canton of Aargau reminded us that it is the people we meet that make our micro-enterprise, L'Atelier du Fromage, fascinating. It is the people and their families who work hard in the cheese industry who are motivated to create something new and unique in an artisanal way. Their cheeses reflect ... Read more
Overview of the Canton
Capital: Aarau
Land Area: 1 403,76 km2
Population: 670 988 inhabitants (December 2017)
Admission to the Swiss Confederation: 1803
Language: Swiss German
The Castles of Aargau
The castles of Aargau are among the most beautiful sites to visit in Aargau. It is worth visiting these historical sites where you will be transported back in time to experience what life was like in the Middle Ages.
- The Lenzburg Castle, almost 1000 years old, is one of the largest fortresses on the Swiss highlands.
- The Wildegg Castle, founded in the 13th century, is a beautiful baroque castle with magnificent gardens.
- The Hallwyl Castle is a romantic castle surrounded by a moat which was built in the 11th century.
- The Habsburg Castle dates back to 1030 and was the seat of the Habsburgs who ruled a world empire.
The Sulphur Hot Springs in Aargau
The canton of Aargau has many thermal springs, several of which are rich in sulfur. Bad Schinznach has one of the most important sulfur springs in Switzerland. Spa Zurzach, Eden Solebad & Spa, and Wellness World Sole Uno have saltwater springs that soak into the Dead Sea.
Sulfur is a natural mineral found near volcanic craters and hot springs. It is also in our bodies, concentrated in keratin, which gives us strong skin, hair, and nails. We need sulfur to produce collagen in our bodies, which makes our skin elastic and gives it a healthy, beautiful appearance.
Not surprisingly, the health benefits of hot sulfur baths are numerous – soothes skin problems, increases blood circulation, relieves pain, reduces stress. The sulfuric vapors from the hot springs can even relieve asthma, sinus problems, allergies, and other respiratory problems.
If you’re visiting Aargau, soaking in their sulfur hot springs may provide more health benefits than you thought.
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