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
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, DecemberRoute-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
Links
The offer is suitable for
- Adults
Contact
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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