Discover Architecture: Aarau and Its Award-Winning Urban Development
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Aarau is a city that exemplifies successful urban development and fascinating architecture. Its 2014 Wakker Prize award highlights the seamless integration of tradition and modernity. The careful evolution of the old town, innovative new buildings, and significant renovation projects make Aarau an exciting destination for architecture enthusiasts.
City Tour: Aarau the Wakker Way
The city of Aarau impresses with exemplary urban development, earning it the prestigious 2014 Wakker Prize from the Swiss Heritage Society. The "Aarau the Wakker Way" tour showcases numerous buildings and projects that contributed to the award, as well as other remarkable structures, such as the new Aare Bridge. From the historic old town and the Gönhard Estates to the modern train station district, the tour highlights the architectural diversity of the city.
The tour lasts 1.5 hours and is conducted in German. It is tailored to architecture and urban planning enthusiasts and can be customized to individual interests. Good physical fitness is required due to the walking distances involved.
Outstanding Buildings in Aarau
Some of the architectural highlights shaping Aarau include:- Aarau City Museum: A perfect fusion of old and new. The extension designed by Diener & Diener Architects provides modern exhibition spaces, while the façade created by artist Josef Felix Müller adds an artistic touch.
- Aeschbachhalle: The heart of the Aeschbach Quarter combines industrial charm with modern standards for event venues. The urban design of the quarter by KCAP Architects & Planners gives the area a vibrant character, complemented by architectural contributions from Schneider & Schneider and Gmür Geschwentner Architects.
- Aarau Railway Station: An urban planning masterpiece that combines modern architecture with functional design. The dynamic train hall and the new residential and commercial spaces make the station a central hub for the city.
- Pont Neuf: This new Aare Bridge merges modern design with historical flair, enhancing the popular riverside areas around the old town.
- Aargauer Kunsthaus: With its extension by Herzog & de Meuron, a harmonious interplay between old and new was achieved. The bright, flexible exhibition spaces and the inviting foyer set new standards for museum design.
General information
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1-2 hours
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Group & pricing information
| Info URL | https://www.aarauinfo.ch/fuehrungen/wakkerfuehrung-fuer-gruppen |
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Contact
Aarau Info
Metzgergasse 2
5000
Aarau
Switzerland
Phone
+41 (0)62 834 10 34
Fax +41 (0)62 834 10 35
mail@aarauinfo.ch
aarauinfo.ch
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