The Brugg Salt House is an impressive, three-story building dating back to 1732 and is one of the most striking structures in the old town. It was built by the …

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June 5, 2025

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In the center of the old town, a short detour to the Hofstatt, the only larger square, is worthwhile. It is flanked by the Salt House, built in 1732, where salt was stored until the mid-19th century – it was one of the largest salt depots in the Swiss Confederation. Today, the Salt House is used as a cultural institution.

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