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

Holzweg Thal

Theme trailHiking trail

Along this experience trail, discover the forest and natural wood products in an artistic and recreational way, using your head, heart and hands. The installations by the artist Sammy Deichmann will make you see Nature from a different angle.

Along this experience trail, discover the forest and natural wood products in an artistic and recreational way, using your head, your heart and your hands. The installations by the artist Sammy Deichmann will make you see Nature from a different angle.

Details

Season

All season

Route-information

Length
5.00 km
Amount untarred route
4.50 km
Altitude difference ascent
227 m
Altitude difference descent
206 m
Time required
2 hours
Level technique
Easy
Level condition
Easy

Arrival

Starting point
Balsthal, St. Wolfgang, Holderbank SO
Arrival by public transport
Holderbank SO, Seblenhof Timetable SBB

Infrastructure

  • Playground
  • Picnicplace
  • Fireplace
  • Toilet

The offer is suitable for

  • Adults
  • Children < 6 years
  • Children from 7-12 years
  • Children >12 years
  • 50+
  • Families
  • Groups

The offer has been particularly developed for

  • First cycle (Kindergarten and 1st/2nd grade)
  • Second cycle (3rd - 6th grade, primary level)
  • Third cycle (1st – 3rd grade, lower secondary)
  • Upper Secondary School Classes
  • Association/Companies

Contact

Naturpark Thal
Hölzlistrasse 57
4710 Balsthal
Tel. +41 62 386 12 30

www.naturparkthal.ch

Map

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