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    Lange Erlen Zoo. Photo: Jochen Ihle, CC BY-SA, Tourenplaner SCHWEIZ

Hikes in Basel

Canton of Basel-Stadt,Switzerland

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Basel offers a variety of hikes for beginners, advanced hikers and professionals. Many routes lead past cozy huts where you can stop for a bite to eat.

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The 10 most beautiful hikes in Basel

On the way to St. Chrischona.
Hiking Trail · Basel and surroundings
From Riehen via St. Chrischona to Basel
Premium content Difficulty moderate
16.7 km
4:45 h
358 m
363 m
St. Chrischona with its striking transmission tower is Basel's local mountain at 522 m and the highest point of the canton. On the descent to the Rhine, you have a great view from the Hornfelsen.
Arlesheim Cathedral.
Hiking Trail
Monastery Route from Basel to Solothurn (6 days) entire route
Premium content Difficulty T1 difficult Multi-day route
86.2 km
26:41 h
3,075 m
2,921 m
ViaSurprise is a multi-day hike in the Solothurn and Basel Jura. One of its themed routes is the approximately six-day Monastery Route, which leads from Basel to Solothurn.
Basel.
Hiking Trail · Basel and surroundings
Kloster-Tour from Basel to Solothurn. Stage 1: Basel – Dornach
Premium content Difficulty T1 easy Stage 1
11.1 km
3:00 h
40 m
25 m
The 1st stage of the Kloster-Tour from Basel to Solothurn leads from Basel along the Birs to Dornach. Highlights along the way include the Goetheanum in Dornach and the cathedral in Arlesheim.
Rheinhafen Basel.
Hiking Trail · Basel and surroundings
From Basel to Veltlin. Stage 1: Basel – Rheinfelden
Premium content Difficulty moderate Stage 1 closed
19.3 km
4:35 h
133 m
127 m
The 1st stage of crossing Switzerland from Basel to Veltlin leads from Basel at a relaxed pace along the Rhine to Rheinfelden.
Lange Erlen Wildlife Park.
Hiking Trail · Basel and surroundings
From Lange Erlen Animal Park to Riehen
Premium content Difficulty easy
4.7 km
1:15 h
28 m
4 m
The walk from the Lange Erlen animal park near Basel to Riehen is possible all year round. It is suitable for seniors, walkers, leisure hikers, and families with children.
Church St. Chrischona.
Hiking Trail · Basel
From Basel to St. Chrischona
Premium content Difficulty easy
7 km
2:15 h
269 m
5 m
This short hike from Basel up to St. Chrischona can be started with a visit to the Tinguely Museum.
Hiking Trail · Basel and surroundings
ViaRhenana: from Basel to Rheinfelden
recommended route Difficulty moderate closed
19.4 km
5:00 h
100 m
80 m
One of the main routes of "Kulturwege Schweiz" is the ViaRhenana. The first stage of the High Rhine route leads from Basel to Rheinfelden.
Ermitage Arlesheim.
Hiking Trail · Basel and surroundings
ViaSurprise feeder: Basel - Dornach
recommended route Difficulty easy
11.1 km
3:00 h
41 m
24 m
This ViaSurprise feeder leads from Basel to Dornach. Along the way, there is much culture to admire, such as the Münster in Basel, the Goetheanum in Dornach, and the cathedral in Arlesheim.
Villa Merian Gardens
Hiking Trail · Münchenstein
Accessible Tour: through the sea of flowers of the Merian Gardens
recommended route Difficulty T1 easy
2.6 km
0:40 h
3 m
16 m
The Merian Gardens offer a colorful nature experience with diverse paths, historic accents, and quiet retreats – an idyllic excursion destination not only for flower fans.
Hiking Trail · Basel and surroundings
Monastery Tour: Day 1, from Basel to Dornach
recommended route Difficulty T1 moderate
11.5 km
2:50 h
41 m
35 m
On a monastery tour with Giacomo the dog: The first leg, from Basel to Dornach Abbey, winds past the "Dalbedyych" and the Birs River—leading from the city into a diverse landscape rich in nature and history.
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Welcome to Basel, a city with a wide range of hiking options for you! Whether you're a beginner or an experienced hiker, you're sure to find the right route here. Let's take a look at where there are beautiful hikes right in Basel.

In Basel

Basel is not only known for its cultural sights, but also for its extensive network of hiking trails. One popular route is the circular walk along the Rhine, which takes you through picturesque landscapes and idyllic villages. You can also visit the botanical garden and take a walk along the numerous paths there.

For a more challenging tour, I recommend climbing Basel's local mountain - the Blauen. From there you have a breathtaking panoramic view of the city and the surrounding area.

In the vicinity of Basel

In addition to the hiking trails directly in Basel, there are also some worthwhile routes in the surrounding area. An absolute highlight is the hike in the nearby Black Forest. Dense forests, clear streams and fantastic views await you here.

Further south, you can explore the Jura region, where steep cliffs and rugged gorges await you. The hiking tour along the Creux du Van is particularly impressive - a natural amphitheater of rock formations.

Enjoy your hiking tours!

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