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

Rest. Pintli Neu-Falkenstein

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The former coach house located at the foot of the ruins of Schloss Neu-Falkenstein exudes a special flair. Those who stop at Brigitte & Olivier Claude’s restaurant for a bite to eat will enjoy pure freshness: Their cuisine is distinguished by creativ

Those who stop at Brigitte & Olivier Claude’s restaurant for a bite to eat notice immediately that this place exudes a special flair. The former coach house located on the ancient lane Hauensteinstrasse has been a rest stop for travellers since the Middle Ages. Today the Pintli greets hikers, travellers passing through and gourmets who appreciate the culinary qualities of the establishment. The barn next to the coach house can be used for large celebrations in an unusual ambience; visitors can climb up to the castle ruins in a few minutes – the perfect destination for a little postprandial walk.

Fresh cuisine is celebrated in the Pintli. Seasonal delicacies are the strength of the chef de cuisine Olivier Claude. That’s why the establishment doesn’t have any speciality dishes. Whether it’s mozzarella, porcini mushrooms or boiled beef: the ingredients come from the region wherever possible. Claude has new ideas for every season. The Pintli is the place for gourmets and connoisseurs who love seasonal and natural cuisine.

Details

Season

All season

Arrival by public transport

Balsthal, St. Wolfgang Timetable SBB

Infrastructure

  • Seminarroom
  • Toilet

The offer is suitable for

  • Adults
  • Children >12 years
  • 50+
  • Groups

The offer has been particularly developed for

  • Association/Companies

Contact

Restaurant Pintli Neu-Falkenstein
Brigitte und Olivier Claude
Römerstrasse 1
4710 Balsthal
Tel. +41 62 391 15 69

www.pintli-neufalkenstein.ch/

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