Holderbank: Holiday Apartments and Holiday Homes

Holderbank preserves visible traces of its former cement and lime production; the former quarry area divides the village into two parts. For those interested in industrial history, this townscape provides a tangible point of reference.

You can rent a holiday apartment in Holderbank.

Exploring the Area

Hiking trails run along the Aare and across the Chestenberg ridge. The trail network on the Chestenberg offers views over the Swiss Plateau, the Aare Valley and the Schenkenberg Valley. Those who enjoy combining trails with expansive views will find a tangible experience here.

The surrounding area of Holderbank includes Zoo Hasel, Mittlisberg, the town church and Egg.

Surroundings

The wider region around Holderbank also includes Fahr Abbey, Iburg, Olten Monastery and Ruchen.

Geographical Location

Holderbank lies on the Aare between Lenzburg and Brugg, between the river and the steep western slope of the Chestenberg.

Landscape

The municipality's landscape comprises forests, rocky slopes, gravel pits and the Aare river landscape. The municipal area ranges from 348 metres at the Aare to 647 metres at its highest point.

History

Holderbank was first recorded in 1259 as Halderwang. Historical connections exist with Murbach Abbey as well as Habsburg and Bernese rule, before Holderbank became part of the canton of Aargau in 1803.

Leisure

Activities on the Aare include fishing from the bank or from a boat, as well as walks along the banks of the Aare.

Getting There

Holderbank has an SBB railway stop with train connections to Aarau and Brugg, as well as connections to other parts of Switzerland.

Other Destinations

Other places within the same destination:

Möriken-Wildegg, Rupperswil, Meisterschwanden, Seengen, Hunzenschwil, Othmarsingen.

Back to the overview of the broader destination: Lenzburg.