Bad Zurzach facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Bad Zurzach
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 Bad Zurzach
Location in Switzerland
Bad Zurzach
Location in Canton of Aargau
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Aargau | |
| District | Zurzach | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 6.52 km2 (2.52 sq mi) | |
| Elevation
(Hauptstrasse/Schwertgasse)
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340 m (1,120 ft) | |
| Population
(December 2020)
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| • Total | 4,379 | |
| • Density | 671.6/km2 (1,739.5/sq mi) | |
| Postal code |
5330
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| Surrounded by | Döttingen, Klingnau, Küssaberg (DE-BW), Rekingen, Rietheim, Tegerfelden | |
Bad Zurzach is a lovely village in Switzerland, located in the canton of Aargau. It used to be its own municipality. But on January 1, 2022, Bad Zurzach and seven other nearby villages joined together. They formed a new, bigger municipality also called Zurzach.
This town is famous for its warm, healing thermal baths and outdoor swimming areas. It's also known for its rich history. You can find ancient buildings and sites here. These include the old market town, the beautiful St. Verena convent church, and the ruins of a Roman castle called Tenedo. These places are very important to Swiss history.
Bad Zurzach was once just called Zurzach. People voted in 2006 to add "Bad" to its name. "Bad" means "bath" in German, highlighting its famous thermal springs.
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Exploring Bad Zurzach's Location
Bad Zurzach covers an area of about 6.5 square kilometers (2.5 square miles). A big part of this land, about 42.6%, is covered by forests. Another 25.2% is used for farming. About 27.9% of the land has buildings and roads.
The town sits right on the Rhine river. Across the river, you can see the village of Rheinheim in Germany. This makes Bad Zurzach a special place right on the border!
Bad Zurzach's Symbol
The official symbol, or coat of arms, for Bad Zurzach is quite simple. It shows a black letter "Z" on a silver background.
Who Lives in Bad Zurzach?
Bad Zurzach has a population of around 4,323 people. Many different people live here. About 34.7% of the residents are from other countries.
Most people in Bad Zurzach speak German, which is about 82.9% of the population. Other languages spoken include Serbo-Croatian and Italian.
The population has grown a little over the years. In 2008, there were more births than deaths. Also, more people moved into Bad Zurzach than moved away. This shows the town is a good place to live.
In 2008, there were about 1,978 homes and apartments in Bad Zurzach. Most households had 3 or 4 people living in them.
Important Historical Places
Bad Zurzach is home to six very important historical sites. These are considered heritage sites of national significance.
- Churches: There are two important churches. One is the former collegiate church of St. Verena. The other is the Reformed Church.
- Old Buildings: The Gasthof Zur Waag is an old hotel and restaurant. The Salzbohrtürme are old salt drilling towers.
- Ancient Sites: The Tenedo site has been a settlement for thousands of years. People lived there in prehistoric times, during the Roman era, and in the Middle Ages. There's also a Roman watchtower by the Rhine river.
The whole town of Bad Zurzach is recognized as a special part of Inventory of Swiss Heritage Sites.
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The Reformed Church of Bad Zurzach
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The St. Verena Church
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The Bohrturm (drilling tower) near Zurzach
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A Roman inscription found at Tenedo
Working in Bad Zurzach
Bad Zurzach has a strong economy with many jobs. In 2005, most jobs were in the service industry. This includes things like hotels, shops, and healthcare. There were also jobs in factories and agriculture.
Many people who live in Bad Zurzach work in the town itself. Others travel to nearby areas for work. About 12.5% of workers use public transport, while 40.9% drive their own cars.
Some big international companies have offices or factories in Bad Zurzach. For example, Triumph International, a well-known underwear brand, has its main office here. The textile technology company HeiQ also has a production facility in Bad Zurzach.
Religious Life
In 2000, about 44.4% of the people in Bad Zurzach were Roman Catholic. Around 29.5% belonged to the Swiss Reformed Church. A small number of people were part of the Christian Catholic faith.
Famous People from Bad Zurzach
Several notable people have connections to Bad Zurzach:
- Verena (around 260–320 in Zurzach): An ancient Egyptian saint. She is the patron saint of the city.
- Emil Welti (1825 in Zurzach - 1899): A Swiss politician, lawyer, and judge.
- Alex Widmer (1956 in Zurzach – 2008): A Swiss banker who was the CEO of the Julius Baer Group.
Learning in Bad Zurzach
Many adults in Bad Zurzach have completed higher education. This means they went to university or a specialized college.
For students, Bad Zurzach has schools for all ages. In the 2008/2009 school year, there were:
- 262 students in primary school.
- 170 students in secondary school.
- 133 students attending university-level schooling.
The town also has a public library called Fleckenbibliothek Bad Zurzach. In 2008, it had over 10,000 books and other items. It loaned out more than 33,000 items that year!
Getting Around
Bad Zurzach has its own train station. You can take the Zurich S-Bahn line S36 from here. This line connects to places like Bülach and Waldshut. There are also trains on the Aargau S-Bahn line S27, which link Baden to Bad Zurzach.
See also
In Spanish: Bad Zurzach para niños
