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Hikes in Balsthal

Canton of Solothurn,Switzerland

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Discover the variety of hikes in Balsthal and the surrounding region. From easy walks to challenging tours, there is something for everyone.

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The 10 most beautiful hikes in Balsthal

Roggenfluh.
Hiking Trail · Canton of Solothurn
From Balsthal over the Roggenfluh to Oensingen
Premium content Difficulty T1 moderate
8.3 km
3:30 h
505 m
531 m
This beautiful hike in the Swiss Midlands leads from Balsthal over the Roggenfluh to Oensingen. Along the way, you can admire ruins, castles, and an idyllic castle park.
On the 1st Solothurn Forest Hike.
Hiking Trail · Canton of Solothurn
1st Solothurn Forest Hike
Premium content Difficulty T1 moderate
12.8 km
4:15 h
503 m
720 m
This hike thematically follows the 1st Solothurn forest hike from Holderbank to Egerkingen.
On the way in Thal Nature Park.
Hiking Trail · Naturpark Thal
From Güggel through the Thal Nature Park to Balsthal
Premium content Difficulty moderate
14 km
4:00 h
160 m
813 m
The Thal Nature Park is often underestimated. This hike over scenic, sunny Jura heights is the best opportunity to get to know the nature park.
On the way to Chamben.
Hiking Trail · Canton of Solothurn
From Weissenstein over Chamben to Balsthal
Premium content Difficulty T2 difficult
20.6 km
6:15 h
452 m
1,242 m
This Jura hike requires some stamina. It leads from Weissenstein via the viewpoints Chamben and Hällchöpfli over to Balsthal. Several mountain inns are located along the way.
Schwengimatt.
Hiking Trail · Bern region
From Balmberg to Oensingen
Premium content Difficulty moderate
16.4 km
5:15 h
400 m
993 m
A magnificent high-altitude hike in the canton of Solothurn? This one leads over the first Jura ridge from Balmberg to Oensingen or to Balsthal – always with the Alpine chain nicely in sight on the right.
From Schlosshöchi, I made a detour to the ruins of Alt-Bechburg Castle.
Hiking Trail · Thal
From Thalbrücke via the Roggen to Egerkingen
recommended route Difficulty moderate
14.2 km
5:05 h
723 m
770 m
The impressive rock walls of the Chluser Roggen are already noticeable on the way from Oensingen to Thalbrücke. A white-red-white mountain path leads upwards. However, the area offers more.
Thal Nature Park.
Hiking Trail · Gaeu
Ridge hike Oensingen-Balmberg
recommended route Difficulty difficult
16.9 km
6:00 h
1,315 m
470 m
A ridge route for advanced hikers: The long hike along narrow ridges guarantees spectacular views throughout. And ascents that require surefootedness.
View from the Jura Höhenweg
Hiking Trail · Oberaargau
Wolfisberg - Hälchöpfli - Wannefluh
recommended route Difficulty T3 moderate
11.6 km
4:05 h
627 m
630 m
From Wolfisberg on hiking trails to Hälchöpfli, the highest point in Oberaargau, then to Wannefluh and back to Wolfisberg.
The Geissachergrat.
Hiking Trail · Switzerland
Crossing of the Geissacher ridge
recommended route Difficulty moderate
3
5.9 km
3:00 h
400 m
400 m
Enjoyable half-day route from Balsthal. Partly very exposed ridge walk in the Solothurn Jura.
Hiking Trail · Thal
Roggenflue (SO) on April 11, 2026
recommended route Difficulty moderate
No ratings (yet)
10.8 km
2:47 h
455 m
455 m
Wonderful hiking weather greets me in Holderbank for the Roggenflue hike. At first, it was a bit foggy, then the sky turned wonderfully blue!
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Welcome to Balsthal, a picturesque municipality in the heart of Switzerland that will delight you with its varied hiking trails. Whether you are a beginner, an advanced hiker or an expert, you are guaranteed to find the right hiking tour to suit your taste.

Hiking opportunities in Balsthal

In Balsthal itself, there are a variety of beautiful hikes to discover. For example, start at the idyllic Aare and hike along the river through green meadows and dense forests. Or explore the nearby Thal Nature Park, where a network of well-marked hiking trails awaits you.

Things to see on your tour

On your hiking tour, you will repeatedly come across cozy huts that invite you to take a break. Here you can enjoy typical Swiss specialties or simply admire the view of the surrounding mountain landscape with a cool drink. There are also several mountain huts where you can stay overnight.

Hiking trails around Balsthal

In addition to the numerous possibilities directly in Balsthal, the surrounding area also offers many attractive hiking trails. For example, visit the idyllic village of Holderbank and explore the beautiful Dünnern valley from there. Or take a trip to the impressive Weissenstein waterfall.

Reviews

  • June 04, 2024
    Ueli Steiner
    June 04, 2024
    Sehr schöner Rundweg
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    Written June 04, 2024
  • July 26, 2020
    Ilir I
    Schöne Strecke
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    Written July 26, 2020
  • March 19, 2020
    Georges Regner
    March 19, 2020
    Sehr schöne Wanderung mit Fernsicht ... wenn es etwas klarer ist als heute! Ich habe bei der Wirtschaft "Zur Alp" begonnen, weil dort genügend Parkplätze sind (da wo der Beginn der Wanderung markiert ist, gibt es überhaupt keine Parkplätze!). Dann bin ich in der anderen Richtung gegangen, also entgegen des Uhrzeigersinns, dies aus Rücksicht auf die Gelenke meiner Frau (sehr steil aufwärts und nicht abwärts)
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    Written March 19, 2020
  • July 31, 2017
    Marc Borer
    Habe den umgekehrten Weg gewählt. Schöne Landschaft, tolle Aussicht. Jedoch sehr starker Anstieg nach Schwengimatt.
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    Written July 31, 2017
  • April 02, 2016
    Mario Winkler
    April 02, 2016
    sehr schöner Rundweg mit einigen gemütlichen Feuerstellen und traumhafter Aussicht
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    Written April 02, 2016

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