The small town on the banks of the Reuss, already mentioned in documents from the 12th century, managed to preserve its medieval and baroque architectural heritage intact to an astonishing degree.

Among its most significant monuments are a number of old defence towers, including the Spittelturm, designed by Albrecht Murer between 1556 and 1559, and decorated with a heraldic panel underlining its historical importance. Another distinctive feature of the city is the Hexenturm, or Witch’s Tower, dating from the 14th century, and the Hermansturm, a tower dating from 1407. The Catholic Church of St. Nicholas, an example of late Gothic architecture, is one of the most important buildings in the city. Its two-aisled structure dates back to the 13th century, with the north aisle added in the 15th century and the choir dating from the late 14th century. Among other places of worship, the Chapel of St. Anne, built in 1487 and extended in 1645-46, is used today as a baptistery. The Chapel of Our Lady, built at the beginning of the 15th century and later renovated in 1757, contains late-Gothic frescoes discovered in 1957-58, as well as a Rococo altar from 1767 with a Madonna by Johann Baptist Babel. Another place of historical significance is the church complex of the former Capuchin monastery, located on the left bank of the Reuss River. The so-called ‘Schlössli’ is a bourgeois house dating from the early Baroque period, around 1640, which offers a splendid example of the furnishings of the time. The wooden bridge over the Reuss, restored in 1953-57, is another landmark of Bremgarten, with masonry pillars dating from 1544-49, and two chapels standing on one of the pillars. The bridge connects the old quarter to the Marktgasse, the town’s main pedestrian street, which was closed to traffic in 1994 to preserve its historic character and make walking more pleasant. The Bogen, a narrow, steep alley once called Stalden, connects the Marktgasse to the bridge, crossing an area full of stately homes, many of which were former inns. Today, these structures contribute a special charm to the village, inviting visitors to explore its traditions and history through a quiet, pede