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The Top 16 Mountain Passes in the Aargau

Whether it be for the views, for the climbs or for the downhill descents, browse our list of the best mountain passes in the Aargau and make your next adventure one to remember. Contributed by the community, for the community, each mountain pass Highlight is a personal recommendation you know you can trust, so simply find your favorite and go.

Last updated: October 19, 2025

Saalhöhe Pass

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On this pass, some hiking trails invite you to take a tour and then you go to the cozy restaurant for a stop.

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Benkerjoch Pass

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The Benkerjoch (also written Bänkerjoch) is a Swiss pass in the canton of Aargau, which connects Küttigen and Oberhof. From Frick, a postbus goes to Aarau (and back) via the …

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Benkerjoch

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The Benkerjoch (also written Bänkerjoch) is a Swiss pass in the canton of Aargau, which connects Küttigen and Oberhof. From Frick, a postbus goes to Aarau (and back) via the …

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Ampfernhöhe (579 m)

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From here a short, steep climb up to the "Sennhütte" - there is catering ...

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Salhöhe-Hard-Wasserflue-Salhöhe (SO) Hike (Easy)

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A very nice easy hike. Hiking poles are an advantage. Sure-footedness is essential. There are very beautiful viewpoints and fantastic views of the Alps. Especially at the height of the …

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Staffelegg Pass Summit

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Large parking lot on both sides of the street. Well occupied when the weather is nice.

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View from Saalhöhe

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Large free parking, good starting point

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South ascent to Saalhöhe from Erlinsbach

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On the south exit from Erlinsbach about 360 hm are overcome on 6 km. The climb begins in Erlinsbach, which partly belongs to the canton of Aargau, partly to the …

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Bözberg

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The main road over the 569 meter high Bözberg connects the Fricktal with Brugg. If you are on a mountain bike, you have the advantage of being able to go …

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Bözberg

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The Bözberg is a Jura pass in the Swiss canton of Aargau in the municipality of Bözberg. About the pass at 569 m above sea level. M. leads the main …

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