In Münchwilen, paths run along the Murg, to scenic viewpoints and through the town’s history. The different routes help you choose the focus of your stay: a longer hike, a riverside path, or a visit to cultural and natural sites.

Hiking along the Murg and beyond

The “Im Hinterthurgau” hike follows the Murg and then reaches Münchwilen railway station. The Murg riverside path runs from the centre of Münchwilen to Frauenfeld. A section of the Thurgau circular hiking trail runs north from the post office in Münchwilen along the Murg’s left bank. The railway station, town centre and post office are different reference points for the respective routes. The Münchwilen–Affeltrangen route offers views across the Murg valley towards the Hörnli.

The pilgrimage route also covers a wide area: it runs from Konstanz through the municipality of Münchwilen to the Hönrligebiet. Another way to explore the area is the route around Münchwilen. It is just over 18 kilometres long, can be completed on foot or by bicycle, and passes 13 waypoints. You can choose from routes with named destinations as well as one with a set overall distance and waypoints.

Villa Sutter and local history

Villa Sutter is a historic villa in Münchwilen, surrounded by a park, offering a glimpse of 19th-century architecture. The history of the textile industry also forms part of the context of this large building: from 1858, the Heitz brothers ran the weaving mill of Münchwilen’s textile company. During this period, they had the large Villa Sutter building constructed. The Schwabenweg and Murgweg cross Alfred Sutter Park.

St. Margareta Chapel in Münchwilen was built in 1641–1642 and is listed among Münchwilen’s cultural heritage sites. It is visited by pilgrims associated with the Way of St. James. Northeast of St. Margarethen lies the small pilgrims’ shelter, which was converted into a station on the pilgrimage route in 1715. During the restoration of St. Margaretha Chapel from 1983 to 1986, an attempt was made to return it to its original condition. The chapel’s construction, the conversion of the pilgrims’ shelter and the later restoration represent different periods in local history.

Nature and activities

The Bodenlosen Weiher are a moor pond with diverse flora and fauna. They offer a natural attraction alongside Münchwilen’s hiking trails and historic sites.

The Pumptrack Münchwilen offers a different kind of activity. The circuit features rollers, bends and jumps, and can be ridden with a bicycle, balance bike, kick scooter or skateboard. Helmets are compulsory throughout the pump track. The listed equipment and the circuit’s design give you a clear idea of what it is intended for; please observe the helmet requirement.

Getting here and finding your way

Münchwilen railway station is a central starting point for hikes and is easy to reach by public transport. Check the current connections in the timetable before you travel. For travel by car, the Münchwilen exit is indicated. These reference points let you plan your journey and your choice of routes separately.

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