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Switzerland
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Season
May to September
About HESPA Heliosport Aargau
HESPA Heliosport Aargau is a members' naturist association with its own grounds, known as the Chläb, on the hillside above Auenstein in the canton of Aargau, between Aarau and Brugg. The club has about 270 members across several generations and, according to Swiss press, has run a campsite there since 1951. The site describes itself as a small self-run village with its own spring water supply. Accommodation includes camping pitches looking out over the Swiss Mittelland, double rooms opening onto a sun terrace above the pool and lawn, and a group dormitory with 32 places under the clubhouse roof. Facilities include modern washrooms, cooking and barbecue areas, sports grounds and a solar-heated outdoor pool. The grounds are closed to visitors from 1 October to 30 April, but members hold social events in the colder months, such as an Advent gathering and New Year's Eve at the Chläb. The club stresses mutual respect and tolerance.
Legal context & local rules
Nudity is lawful on the club's private, enclosed grounds. Aargau has no specific public-nudity ban, but nudity outside the grounds can be fined under general public-order rules.
Switzerland is naturist-friendly with designated nude beaches and bathing areas. Cantonal laws vary slightly, but social tolerance is high. The Swiss Naturist Federation (FSN) works with cantonal authorities to designate naturist zones. Nudity in spas and thermal baths is common.
What’s here
Getting there and visiting
Auenstein is about 10 km north-east of Aarau; the grounds are on the slope above the village (postcode 5105). Visitors are welcome from 1 May to 30 September; register in advance through the club's website or by phone (+41 62 897 39 98). On arrival, guests without a key ring the bell to the left of the entrance. Prices and rules for single visitors are not published online.
Before you go
- 1 Check the current local rules and access conditions before travelling.
- 2 Bring a towel and sit on it when using shared seating.
- 3 Never take photographs of other people without clear consent.
- 4 Respect the venue’s clothing, privacy, and behaviour rules.
Location
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46.9500, 7.4500
Frequently asked questions
When can I visit?
From 1 May to 30 September; the grounds are closed to visitors from October to April.
Do I need to book?
Yes. Register through the club's website or by phone before you come.
Can I stay overnight?
Yes. There are camping pitches, double rooms and a 32-place group dormitory.
Is it family friendly?
The club describes itself as a multi-generation association.
Sources
Researched 25 October 2026 .
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