Hostels in Baar, Switzerland

Baar, Switzerland, is a municipality in the Canton of Zug in central Switzerland. Around twenty-four thousand people live in this community, which is located north of Zug, the capital of the canton. Due to its geographical location, Baar is considered to be the gateway to central Switzerland. The official language is German. The canton has an extensive public transport system, so it is easy to get around. Frequent trains and public bus services link Baar to the major cities in Switzerland. All trains between Lucerne and Zurich stop in Zug and most of them stop in Baar, as well. History lovers appreciate points of interests such as the historic Town Hall, Church of St. Martin, and Wildenburg Castle. In addition to that, the caves located near the Lorze River are very popular with tourists and worth a visit. If you like outdoor activities, there are numerous opportunities for hiking, biking, and water sport in the Canton of Zug. In summer, the average maximum temperatures range between twenty-one and twenty-three degrees Celsius. During the winter the mean maximum temperatures drop to three degrees Celsius. In summer, nearby Lake Zug is particularly interesting for everyone who likes to relax, to go for a swim, or to do several other activities such as stand-up paddling and sailing. It's easy to get there by bus or train. Alternatively, it takes around ten minutes to reach the shores of the lake by car. Passionate hikers can choose from many different tours in the canton. It is a perfect opportunity to relax and to enjoy the beautiful authentic mountain landscape of Central Switzerland. A challenging but worth doing tour leads up to the mountain Wildspitz at just over one thousand five hundred metres, which is the highest point in the canton. The scenic view of the Schwyz Valley, Lake Ägeri, Lake Zug, and many other natural sights will reward your efforts. Of course, there are less-difficult trails available in the canton for tourists, who are into more relaxing and less sweaty hikes. There are holiday apartments and some hotels -- as well as limited options for a Baar, Switzerland hostel -- available in the municipality of Baar. If you look for additional budget options to stay, check out the nearby capital of the canton, Zug. There you can find additional hostels and other budget places. Keep in mind that during the summer holiday period, many tourist places are busy. Therefore, it makes sense to book in advance, if you want to stay in a hostel in Baar, Switzerland, or nearby.