Kurpark Baden AG

Kurpark Baden AG is the spa park in the centre of Baden, in the Swiss canton of Aargau. It was laid out in 1875 alongside the Kursaal, a grand leisure complex built for high society, and it remains one of the town's most valued green spaces. Not to be confused with Baden-Baden in Germany or Baden near Vienna.

What is the Kurpark and how did it start?

The park was created with the Kursaal, which opened in 1875 as a casino, concert hall, ballroom and meeting point for Swiss and international visitors. Its design follows the late landscape-garden style. Later extensions and rebuilding swept away many of the original features, but the mature trees, including exotic species planted in that era, and the water features have survived.

What will you see?

• Veteran trees and open lawns, good for a picnic or a quiet break.
• Water features left from the original spa layout.
• Kurtheater, facing Römerstrasse: a guest-performance venue with roughly 600 seats, hosting dozens of shows a year, from children's theatre and dance to music, puppetry and drama.
• Grand Casino Baden, housed in the Kursaal since 2002 and one of only six Swiss casinos with an unrestricted gaming licence.

How do you get there, and how long do you need?

The park sits on the Limmat riverside promenade, close to the thermal quarter and old town. It is a walk of roughly fifteen minutes from Baden railway station. Entry to the grounds is free. A stroll takes 30 to 60 minutes; allow longer if you are combining it with an evening performance.

When is the best time to visit?

Late spring to early autumn, when the trees are in leaf and the riverside is busy. In the evening, check the Kurtheater programme.

What else is nearby?

Baden is known for its hot mineral springs and a spa tradition reaching back to Roman times. The Historical Museum Baden ran an exhibition on the Kursaal, the Stadtsaal and the casino until 5 July 2026, marking 150 years of the Kursaal. Check the museum for current displays.

Frequently asked questions

Is the Kurpark free to enter? Yes, it is an open public park. Only theatre events and the casino are separate.

Is this the same as Baden-Baden? No. This Kurpark is in Baden, Aargau, on the Limmat, not far from Zurich.

What is inside the Kursaal building? The Grand Casino Baden. The Kurtheater stands beside the park.

Is it suitable for a picnic? Yes, the lawns and shade of the old trees suit a relaxed break.