Laufenburg

The landscape around Laufenburg is shaped by the Rhine cutting between steep, wooded slopes, which has influenced both the town’s form and its economy. The river is also an international border: German Laufenburg faces its Swiss namesake across the water, joined by a historic bridge. Until the early 20th century, the narrow channel’s powerful rapids gave the settlement its name; their force was later harnessed by the Laufenburg hydroelectric power station. In the old town, narrow lanes and painted façades recall the period when both banks belonged to one community. Discover other points of interest through webcams located across Laufenburg and Baden-Württemberg.

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