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
Ruins of Schloss Neu-Falkenstein
Neu-Falkenstein Castle was probably built in the early 12th century. During the 13th and 14th centuries it was the feudal seat of the counts of Falkenstein and Bechburg.
It became renowned during the Saffron War: The Bishop of Basel Johann von Vienne (in office from 1365-1381) obtained the help of Henmann von Bechburg for a military venture, but had omitted to pay von Bechburg. In 1374, Henmann raided a shipment of Basel merchants at St. Wolfgang and captured a large quantity of expensive saffron. This resulted in a 14-day siege, seizure of the castle and the beheading of the sixteen mercenaries who had defended the castle. From 1417 onwards, ownership passed to the town of Solothurn and was subsequently used as the seat of the provincial governor. The castle was set on fire by “Rössli Jean” and followers of the French Revolution in the night of 1st to 2nd July 1798, destroying most of the castle.
Details
Season
All season
Arrival by public transport
Balsthal, St. Wolfgang Timetable SBBInfrastructure
- Picnicplace
- Fireplace
- Toilet
The offer is suitable for
- Adults
- Children from 7-12 years
- Children >12 years
- 50+
- Families
- Groups
Offerer
Naturpark Thal
Hölzlistrasse 57
4710 Balsthal
Tel. +41 62 386 12 30
naturparkthal.ch