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Morgarten: Hotels and accommodations

Accommodation in Morgarten

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Morgarten is the site of the first battle for freedom fought by the Swiss Confederates. On November 15, 1315, they fought a Habsburg army here.

File:Aergerisee mit Blick aufs Schlachtendenkmal File:Aergerisee mit Blick aufs Schlachtendenkmal Photo: Lutz Fischer-Lamprecht via Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0

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History and culture

At the Schornen Information Centre, the history of the battle is presented in a multilingual multimedia show. A historical trail leads via seven animated stations from the monument through the Information Centre to the parish church in Sattel.

A historical visit to Morgarten is considered suitable for all age groups and includes guided tours led by experts.

Surroundings

The area around Morgarten includes Bögliegg, Rigi Hochflue, Rigi Scheidegg and Charenstöckli. The Church of St. Adelrich is also located nearby. The Muotathal Monastery is part of the wider regional surroundings of Morgarten.

Outlook

The Morgarten Monument offers views across Lake Ägeri and the Ägeri Valley.

For the overall travel overview: Oberägeri.

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