Hiking Naturpark Thal

Hiking the Jura landscape of the Thal region is simply a pleasure. Experience nature and landscape in peace and quiet, and breath in the fresh air. The Naturpark Thal offers a wonderful mix of small and cozy villages, cultivated fields and pastures, and plenty of almost untouched wilderness.

We recommend a variety of theme trails and hiking routes for every occasion and fitness level. They will take you to the most beautiful places in the park!

Please show conisderation for each other and the natural environment 
The natural wilderness of Naturpark Thal is a recreational space that we share with the plants and animals which live there. The less we disturb their habitats, the better. Therefore, we ask you to follow some basic rules during your excursion:

  • Stay on the marked paths
  • Keep dogs on a leash
  • Take your waste back with you
  • Leave plants and flowers by the wayside
  • Light fires only at designated fireplaces

We offer you a selection of hiking trails with descriptions in English. For more hiking routes please visit our German-language website. 

Naturpark Thal Hiking Routes

Jura Crest Trail Stage 5, Balsthal–Weissenstein

Hiking trail

Steep ascent - nice reward: The 5th stage of the Jura Crest Trail has a lot to offer.

The reward for the steep climb to Höllchöpfli is the views along the high-level hike through forests and meadows. Passing unusual geological features and many mountain restaurants to the Weissenstein – «Solothurn’s balcony»

Details

Season

January, February, March, April, Mai, June, July, August, September, October, November, December

Route-information

Length
21.00 km
Altitude difference ascent
1300 m
Altitude difference descent
500 m
Time required
6 hours 40 minutes
Level technique
Easy
Level condition
Hard

Arrival

Starting point
Balsthal (Altitude: 489 m)
Arrival by public transport
Balsthal, Bahnhof Timetable SBB
Destination
Weissenstein Seilbahnstation (Altitude: 1284 m)
Arrival by public transport
Weissenstein Timetable SBB

Signalization

For hiking, follow the logo with the number of the stage on the yellow signposts.

Infrastructure

  • Fireplace

The offer is suitable for

  • Adults

Contact

Business is partner of the park
Naturpark Thal
Hölzlistrasse 57
4710 Balsthal
Tel. +41 (0)62 386 12 30
Fax +41 (0) 62 391 06 22

www.naturparkthal.ch

Map

Waypoints

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