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City skyline of Solothurn on the Aare.

Welcome to Solothurn

Cycling around Solothurn, the most beautiful baroque town in Switzerland, is relaxing and makes you happy. Enchanting paths along the Aare or Emme rivers, challenging terrain on the Jura heights, and impressive routes through authentic farming villages await you. But the hiking trails are also scenic, enjoyable, and beautiful. Or would you rather stroll leisurely through the old town or admire architecture and art? The Solothurn region offers an exciting range not only for sports enthusiasts but also for gourmets and pleasure seekers, as well as families and culture fans.

Images

  • City skyline of Solothurn on the Aare.
    City skyline of Solothurn on the Aare.
    Photo: Solothurn Tourismus, Tino Zurbrügg, CC BY-SA, Solothurn Tourismus
  • Main street Solothurn and St. Ursen Cathedral.
    Photo: Solothurn Tourismus, Tino Zurbrügg, CC BY-SA, Solothurn Tourismus
  • Aare shipping.
    Photo: Solothurn Tourismus, Tino Zurbrügg, CC BY-SA, Solothurn Tourismus
  • Hasenmatt.
    Photo: Solothurn Tourismus, Urs Amiet, CC BY-SA, Solothurn Tourismus
  • Weissenstein Cable Car.
    Photo: Seilbahn Weissenstein, Marco Faggi, CC BY-SA, Solothurn Tourismus
  • The Aare at Büren an der Aare.
    Photo: Tourismus Büren, CC BY-SA, Tourismus Büren
  • Pair of storks on the roof at the Witi information center.
    Photo: Solothurn Tourismus, Matthias Würsch, CC BY-SA, Solothurn Tourismus
  • On the Buechibärg round.
    Photo: Silvan Pargätzi, CC BY-SA, Solothurn Tourismus

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Hiking Trail · Canton of Solothurn
The Weissenstein classic
recommended route Difficulty difficult closed
Distance 11.7 km
Duration 4:25 h
Ascent 1,111 m
Descent 262 m

The Weissenstein classic: The popular Solothurn hike leads from the baroque old town through the romantic Verenaschlucht gorge via Balmfluhchöpfli ...

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from Jochen Ihle,   Solothurn Tourismus
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Historical, close to nature and with beautiful views: cycling around Solothurn isfun and is sure to get you in gear. Cyclists have always known that pedalling ismeditation in motion. So why not be ...

Solothurn Tourismus
Bike Riding · Canton of Solothurn
The ultimate. «Jura-Brevet» route
recommended route Difficulty difficult closed
Distance 99.1 km
Duration 9:30 h
Ascent 3,176 m
Descent 3,176 m

100 kilometers, 3214 meters of elevation, 5 passes. This bike route from Solothurn via Grenchenberg, Weissenstein and Balmberg is the ultimate ...

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Bicycle Rides · Canton of Solothurn
Pure nature Solothurn
recommended route Difficulty easy closed
Distance 26.2 km
Duration 1:45 h
Ascent 66 m
Descent 66 m

This comfortable bike route offers plenty of time for discoveries and entertainment: the old town of Solothurn, the stork village Altreu with ...

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Bicycle Rides · Canton of Solothurn
Buechibärg route
recommended route Difficulty moderate closed
Distance 49.8 km
Duration 3:30 h
Ascent 217 m
Descent 217 m

The Buechibärg route, starting and ending in Solothurn, promises green meadows, dense forests, and a unique view of the Jura chain.

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E-Bike · Canton of Solothurn
The Animal. "Witi-Solothurn" round
recommended route Difficulty easy closed
Distance 28 km
Duration 2:00 h
Ascent 169 m
Descent 169 m

A view on many levels is promised by this e-bike route around the baroque town of Solothurn. It goes along the Aare to Altreu and returns via Arch ...

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from Jochen Ihle,   Solothurn Tourismus
Bicycle Rides · Canton of Solothurn
Aare Route, stage 5: From Biel to Solothurn
recommended route Difficulty easy closed
Distance 32.8 km
Duration 2:15 h
Ascent 50 m
Descent 52 m

This bike route from Biel to Solothurn is the 5th stage of the Aare Route, the national cycling route No. 8, which runs from Gletsch in the canton ...

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Inline Skating · Canton of Solothurn
On 8 wheels from Solothurn to Biel
recommended route Difficulty moderate closed
Distance 34.8 km
Duration 3:30 h
Ascent 140 m
Descent 135 m

The Mittelland Skate connects Lake Constance and the Three Lakes Region. This skating route from Solothurn to Biel is the 8th stage, which mostly ...

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Bicycle Rides · Canton of Solothurn
Mittelland Route, Stage 5: From Solothurn to Ins
recommended route Difficulty difficult closed
Distance 62.8 km
Duration 4:30 h
Ascent 126 m
Descent 120 m

This bike route from Solothurn to Ins is the 5th stage of the Mittelland Route, the national bike route No. 5, which runs from Romanshorn on Lake ...

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Mountain Bike · Canton of Solothurn
The highest. "Althüsli-Brüggli" route
recommended route Difficulty difficult closed
Distance 36.9 km
Duration 4:15 h
Ascent 1,055 m
Descent 1,055 m

For summit climbers: With the mountain bike you get to Solothurn's highest point, the Hasenmatt. A route that requires muscle power and patience, ...

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Bicycle Rides · Canton of Solothurn
From Olten to Grenchen
recommended route Difficulty easy closed
Distance 52.9 km
Duration 4:00 h
Ascent 315 m
Descent 272 m

This bike route from Olten to Grenchen is the 1st stage of the Jura South Foot Route No. 50, which leads in five stages along the foot of the Jura ...

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Snowshoes · Canton of Solothurn
Gländerwägli Trail
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 4.6 km
Duration 2:30 h
Ascent 310 m
Descent 88 m

The Gländerwägli Trail is a romantic snowshoe hike high above Grenchen. The route leads through forests to the high plateau of the Grenchen ...

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Snowshoes · Canton of Solothurn
Fuchsboden Trail
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 5.1 km
Duration 2:30 h
Ascent 204 m
Descent 204 m

The Fuchsboden Trail on the Grenchen Mountains is a relaxed snowshoe circular route through an enchanting winter landscape.

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Cross-Country Skiing · Canton of Solothurn
Weissenstein cross-country ski trail
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 4.1 km
Duration 1:15 h
Ascent 54 m
Descent 54 m

On the Solothurn local mountain Weissenstein, you can enjoy cross-country skiing, both classic and skating, with a magnificent view over the Aare ...

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Sledding · Canton of Solothurn
Sledding trail Weissenstein South
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 4.9 km
Duration 1:00 h
Ascent 0 m
Descent 626 m

The sledding route from the Solothurn local mountain Weissenstein from the top station down to the valley station in Oberdorf is a classic.

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Hiking Trail · Canton of Solothurn
Panoramic route
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 8.3 km
Duration 3:30 h
Ascent 774 m
Descent 370 m

After a steep ascent from Oberdorf to Weissenstein, the panoramic route truly lives up to its name. With some luck, the view extends from Säntis to ...

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Hiking Trail · Canton of Solothurn
The Nature Park classic
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 10 km
Duration 3:35 h
Ascent 671 m
Descent 556 m

Pure nature and history: The romantic Wolfsschlucht and the approximately 400-year-old St. Joseph church are highlights of this beautiful hike ...

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Bicycle Rides · Canton of Solothurn
The hilly. “Lueg-Linden” loop
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 69.5 km
Duration 5:00 h
Ascent 590 m
Descent 590 m

Off to the Emmental: This route from Solothurn into the hills of the Emmental promises not only a few mountain prizes but also good views and sights.

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E-Bike · Canton of Solothurn
City-Countryside Route Olten
recommended route Difficulty moderate closed
Distance 80.4 km
Duration 5:00 h
Ascent 387 m
Descent 387 m

This easy e-bike route through town and countryside is all by the river. The start and end point is the charming Olten with its pretty old town and ...

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Bicycle Rides · Canton of Solothurn
Mittelland Route, stage 4: From Aarau to Solothurn
recommended route Difficulty moderate closed
Distance 58.6 km
Duration 4:00 h
Ascent 288 m
Descent 240 m

This bike route from Aarau to Solothurn is the 4th stage of the Mittelland Route, the national bicycle route no. 5, which runs from Romanshorn on ...

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Bicycle Rides · Canton of Solothurn
Aare-Route, Stage 6: From Solothurn to Aarau
recommended route Difficulty easy closed
Distance 58.6 km
Duration 4:00 h
Ascent 263 m
Descent 311 m

This bike route from Solothurn to Aarau is the 6th stage of the Aare-Route, the national bicycle route No. 8, which runs from Gletsch in the canton ...

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from Jochen Ihle,   Solothurn Tourismus
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 84 km
Duration 7:00 h
Ascent 1,742 m
Descent 1,742 m

This varied circular route leads from Solothurn with some challenging climbs through the Jura chain and over the Weissenstein back again.

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E-Bike · Canton of Solothurn
History route Solothurn
recommended route Difficulty easy closed
Distance 25.7 km
Duration 1:30 h
Ascent 162 m
Descent 162 m

A journey through time between mountain and river is this leisurely e-bike route. It allows enough time to admire the city history in Solothurn or ...

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from Jochen Ihle,   Solothurn Tourismus
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 17 km
Duration 1:30 h
Ascent 136 m
Descent 103 m

The Wasseramt Route No. 802 leads from Solothurn to Herzogenbuchsee. One of the highlights along the way is the idyllic Burgäschisee, which also ...

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Hiking Trail · Canton of Solothurn
Across the Wasseramt
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 16.1 km
Duration 4:00 h
Ascent 159 m
Descent 114 m

This hike leads from Solothurn through the Wasseramt, shaped by agriculture and water management, to the popular Burgäschisee, which even invites ...

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Bike Riding · Canton of Solothurn
The relaxed one. “Solothurn–Grenchen” route
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 31.7 km
Duration 2:30 h
Ascent 317 m
Descent 317 m

For high flyers and track seekers: The pleasure route passes by Grenchen Airport, the velodrome, and a pump track. Dinosaur tracks are also on the ...

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from Jochen Ihle,   Solothurn Tourismus
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 27.4 km
Duration 3:30 h
Ascent 840 m
Descent 840 m

Adrenaline is guaranteed: This route starts leisurely, but soon the first height meters await on the Balmberg Pass Road – up to Weissenstein and ...

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Hiking Trail · Canton of Solothurn
Grenchenberg circular route
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 8.1 km
Duration 2:30 h
Ascent 276 m
Descent 276 m

This beautiful circular hike on the Grenchenberg plateau is suitable for everyone: leisure hikers, seniors, and families with children.

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Bicycle Rides · Canton of Solothurn
The flowing one. “Wasseramt” round
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 34 km
Duration 2:30 h
Ascent 191 m
Descent 191 m

Close to the water: first along the Aare, then over the renatured Emme to Burgäschisee. The bathing opportunities in summer are wonderful and the ...

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Bicycle Rides · Canton of Solothurn
The rural. “Buechibärg” loop
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 54.7 km
Duration 4:00 h
Ascent 513 m
Descent 513 m

Over roots and stones: a route amidst intact and beautiful nature. The Buechibärg loop starts flat along the Aare before a first ascent towards ...

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Hiking Trail · Canton of Solothurn
The highest peak in Solothurn
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 13.1 km
Duration 4:30 h
Ascent 876 m
Descent 619 m

At the highest level: The hike leads to the highest peak in the canton of Solothurn, the Hasenmatt. The magnificent Alpine panorama, dinosaur ...

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Hiking Trail · Canton of Solothurn
Mountain inn route
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 12.9 km
Duration 4:20 h
Ascent 706 m
Descent 724 m

Enjoyment at every step: Along the Jura high-altitude hike from Untergrenchenberg to Weissenstein, mountain inns follow one after another.

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Hiking Trail · Canton of Solothurn
Balmberg-Röti round
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 8.9 km
Duration 3:00 h
Ascent 510 m
Descent 510 m

Varied and enjoyable: This scenic circular hike over the Solothurn heights leads from Balmberg via the Röti to Weissenstein and from there back to ...

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Hiking Trail · Canton of Solothurn
Balmberg–Chamben circuit
recommended route Difficulty moderate Open
Distance 10 km
Duration 2:50 h
Ascent 440 m
Descent 440 m

A rock with a wide view: This diverse circular hike leads from Balmberg to the rocky ridge of Chamben. Especially beautiful here is the view over ...

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from Jochen Ihle,   Solothurn Tourismus
Hiking Trail · Canton of Solothurn
From Grenchen via Altreu to Solothurn
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 14 km
Duration 3:30 h
Ascent 22 m
Descent 20 m

This hike leads from the technology city of Grenchen, always along the Aare, to the baroque city of Solothurn. Along the way, you experience one ...

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Hiking Trail · Büren an der Aare
"Water on!" - 7-Fountain Route in the forest
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 5.3 km
Duration 1:29 h
Ascent 149 m
Descent 147 m

Büren an der Aare is known not only for its charming small town but also for its impressive forest. The 7-Fountain Route invites you to enjoy a ...

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Hiking Trail · Büren an der Aare
3-Bridge-Walk – not just for insiders
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 1.5 km
Duration 0:30 h
Ascent 11 m
Descent 11 m

Only those who live in Büren know it – the ‘3-Bridge-Walk’. Really a shame!

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Hiking Trail · Büren an der Aare
>SKULP>TOUR> AND PETER TRAVAGLINI
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 1.4 km
Duration 0:30 h
Ascent 15 m
Descent 15 m

Büren an der Aare is also an art town. Discover the works of Peter Travaglini or the sculpture trail along the Aare.

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Hiking Trail · Solothurn (City)
Solothurn-Weissenstein-Welschenrohr
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 14.6 km
Duration 5:02 h
Ascent 904 m
Descent 654 m

From Solothurn to the clock village Welschenrohr in the heart of the Thal Nature Park: The baroque architecture of the cantonal capital, the wildly ...

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Hiking Trail · Canton of Solothurn
From Moutier to the Thal Nature Park
recommended route Difficulty moderate closed
Distance 12.6 km
Duration 4:30 h
Ascent 920 m
Descent 725 m

Over Jura meadows and cantonal borders: This scenic hike leads from French-speaking Moutier via the popular mountain restaurant Oberdörfer down to ...

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recommended route Difficulty difficult closed
Distance 94.9 km
Duration 7:00 h
Ascent 1,367 m
Descent 1,367 m

On this full-day bike round route from Solothurn over passes and through deep gorges, you discover the wild Jura.

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Thematic Trail · Canton of Solothurn
Planet Path Weissenstein
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 11.6 km
Duration 3:40 h
Ascent 541 m
Descent 523 m

Reaching for the stars: The planet path on the Weissenstein lets families look at the stars and get closer to the solar system. Each kilometer ...

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Bicycle Rides · Canton of Solothurn
The gourmet route. “Lake Biel” round
recommended route Difficulty difficult closed
Distance 96.9 km
Duration 6:45 h
Ascent 632 m
Descent 631 m

This bike route is a discovery journey through the picturesque Bucheggberg, the Bernese Seeland, and the vineyards of Lake Biel.

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Hiking Trail · Canton of Solothurn
Wasseramt route
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 12.9 km
Duration 3:10 h
Ascent 98 m
Descent 98 m

Following the traces of the Celtic women and pile dwellings: The hike to the UNESCO World Heritage Site impresses, and the largest lake in the ...

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Hiking Trail · Canton of Solothurn
Across the Bucheggberg
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 14.5 km
Duration 3:45 h
Ascent 377 m
Descent 255 m

Ups and downs, back and forth: The Bucheggberg has retained its rural charm and surprises with great natural diversity. An experience that slows ...

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Hiking Trail · Canton of Solothurn
Solothurn-Niederwil loop
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 17.6 km
Duration 4:20 h
Ascent 176 m
Descent 176 m

Through city and time: This varied circular hike focuses on Baroque, Romanticism, and a piece of industrial history. A special kind of time travel.

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Hiking Trail · Canton of Solothurn
Aare hike Solothurn-Grenchen BSG
recommended route Difficulty easy closed
Distance 13.4 km
Duration 3:15 h
Ascent 4 m
Descent 7 m

Along the beautiful Aare: Until the Jura water correction, the river spread fear and terror. Today it is a recreational area, nature reserve, and ...

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Hiking Trail · Canton of Solothurn
Aare-Emme loop
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 10.4 km
Duration 2:40 h
Ascent 72 m
Descent 72 m

Light on your feet: On this relaxed hike, the surroundings of the city of Solothurn reveal their beautiful and natural side. The rivers and the ...

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Hiking Trail · Gaeu
Ridge hike Oensingen-Balmberg
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 16.9 km
Duration 6:00 h
Ascent 1,315 m
Descent 470 m

A ridge route for advanced hikers: The long hike along narrow ridges guarantees spectacular views throughout. And ascents that require surefootedness.

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from Jochen Ihle,   Solothurn Tourismus
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 33.1 km
Duration 2:40 h
Ascent 662 m
Descent 950 m

This route goes high up: The "Bättlerchuchi" is the highest point and offers a panorama of the Alps and the Central Plateau that couldn't be more ...

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