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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 walked corresponds to a billion kilometers.
The planet path from Weissenstein to Untergrenchenberg is an experience for the whole family. Each kilometer walked corresponds to a billion kilometers in the solar system, which suggests the dimensions in space. Information boards convey the most important characteristics to adults. Numerous fire pits ensure that children are not left out. During the hike, the view of the Aare and the Alpine range is a pleasure for all, and the wide view from Säntis to Mont Blanc is almost legendary. With Hasenmatt and Stallfluh, two scenic peaks lie directly on the route. And as an extra treat, various mountain inns entice with hearty fare to stop in.
Excursion tips in the region: Nidleloch.
Author’s recommendation
From Untergrenchenberg you can, instead of taking the bus, speed down with the Monstertrotti to the wooden hut (stop BGU).
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
Track types
Rest stops
Hotel Weissenstein AGGasthof Engel
Restaurant Sennhaus
Gasthof Hinter-Weissenstein
Untergrenchenberg mountain inn
Safety information
Little difficult hike on marked trails. Surefootedness required. Difficulty: T2.
Tips and suggestions
Solothurn Tourism, Tel. +41 (0) 32 626 46 46, www.solothurn-city.ch
Jurasonnenseite, Tel. +41 (0) 32 644 32 11, www.jurasonnenseite.ch
Dining options:
Mountain Inn Obergrenchenberg
Mountain Restaurant Hinterweissenstein
Mountain Restaurant Althüsli
Restaurant Sennhaus
Mountain Restaurant Untergrenchenberg
Hotel Weissenstein
Inn Engel Oberdorf
Roadbook
Weissenstein (1284 m) – Hinter Weissenstein (1226 m) – Hasenmatt (1445 m) – Stallfluh (1409 m) – Obergrenchenberg (1348 m) – Untergrenchenberg (1295 m).
Gasthof Engel
Restaurant Sennhaus
Gasthof Hinter-Weissenstein
Hasenmatt
Stallfluh
Untergrenchenberg mountain inn
Public transport
Public-transport-friendly
Arrival: By train via Solothurn or Moutier to Oberdorf station / valley station of the Weissenstein cable car.
The Weissenstein is only accessible by gondola lift. The gondola lift takes you up to the Solothurn local mountain in just 10 minutes. During the ride with the panoramic gondolas you enjoy the unique view of the Swiss Central Plateau and the Alps. - The Oberdorf valley station is very well connected by public transport (hourly train connections from Moutier and Solothurn are guaranteed), additionally a bus line connects the municipality of Oberdorf from Solothurn. From the bus stop it is about a 20-minute walk to the Oberdorf valley station. Tickets for the Weissenstein cable car are available from Region Solothurn Tourism.
Return journey: From Untergrenchenberg by bus to Grenchen, there train connection.
Untergrenchenberg can be reached by car or bus. The bus operates on Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Bus timetable Grenchen South station to Unterer Grenchenberg.
Directions
Best to go by car to Solothurn and then by train to Oberdorf / valley station of the Weissenstein chairlift. After the hike from Untergrenchenberg via Grenchen back to Solothurn.Parking
Parking spaces in Solothurn.Coordinates
Book recommendation by the author
Jochen Ihle / Toni Kaiser: The 101 most beautiful hikes in Switzerland. ISBN 978-3-03865-041-6, Rothus Medien, Solothurn, www.wandershop-schweiz.ch
“Weissenstein Cable Car”. ISBN 978-3-906060-28-6, Rothus Medien, Solothurn 2014, www.wandershop-schweiz.ch
161 Adventure children's hiking trails for the whole family, www.kids-tour.ch
Author’s map recommendations
Book recommendations for this region:
Equipment
Normal hiking equipment, sturdy hiking boots, possibly something for grilling.
Localization
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
User Questions
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