Rothenfluh is a municipality in the canton of Basel-Country, Switzerland, offering a compelling backdrop for a variety of outdoor activities. The region features diverse landscapes, including rolling hills, forests, and impressive rock formations, which contribute to its appeal for outdoor enthusiasts. These natural features, combined with well-developed trail networks, make Rothenfluh suitable for several sports like road cycling, touring cycling, mountain biking, hiking, and more.
Rothenfluh provides a range of outdoor activities and routes for…
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4.9
(16)
252
riders
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.3
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205
riders
37.5km
01:47
390m
390m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.8
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141
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38.6km
01:54
490m
490m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

5.0
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126
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41.9km
01:44
280m
280m
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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120
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33.7km
02:00
190m
190m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.9
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81
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35.2km
02:18
490m
490m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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59
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31.5km
01:58
340m
340m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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30.9km
02:05
500m
500m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.4
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26
riders
19.8km
02:05
670m
670m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

4.0
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17
riders
33.9km
02:17
440m
440m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
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18
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22.5km
01:46
410m
400m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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13
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30.1km
02:59
840m
840m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.4
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24
hikers
12.4km
03:21
170m
170m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5
hikers
17.9km
05:16
500m
500m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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hikers
10.9km
03:10
270m
270m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.0
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5
hikers
7.81km
02:12
170m
170m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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18
runners
7.67km
00:50
140m
140m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
runners
5.36km
00:37
140m
140m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
9.57km
01:05
230m
230m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
7.21km
00:46
120m
120m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.8
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26
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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19
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28.3km
01:57
580m
580m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
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29
riders
45.0km
03:03
850m
850m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
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21
riders
112km
06:21
920m
920m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Rothenfluh offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Road cycling, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, Hiking, Gravel biking, and Jogging. The region features diverse landscapes with rolling hills, forests, and rock formations. There are more than 20 routes available, with an average rating of 4.59 out of 5 stars from over 51,000 visitors.
Rothenfluh provides a range of hiking opportunities, from easy walks to more challenging routes. Hikers can explore paths leading to the Ammeler Weiher and a small waterfall, or visit the 13th-century Rothenfluh ruins. For more information, consult the Hiking around Rothenfluh guide.
Yes, road cycling routes are available around Rothenfluh, forming part of scenic rides through the region's diverse landscapes. An example route covers approximately 49 miles (78.9 km) with an ascent of 3,050 feet (930 meters). Detailed routes can be found in the Road Cycling Routes around Rothenfluh guide.
The Mythenregion, accessible from Rothenfluh, offers extensive mountain biking opportunities with trails for various skill levels. These range from moderate rides to challenging trails requiring advanced skills. It is important to stay on marked trails within the Mythenbann nature reserve. Explore options in the MTB Trails around Rothenfluh guide.
The Rotenflue mountain area, associated with Rothenfluh, offers easy family-friendly paths, playgrounds, and picnic areas. These routes are suitable for various fitness levels and provide accessible outdoor experiences. Specific family-friendly routes can be identified within the broader hiking and cycling guides.
Key natural features include the Rote Flue, rising 658 meters above sea level, offering views of the Oberbaselbieter Tafeljura. The Wisenberg Observation Tower provides a 360-degree panorama. Other notable spots include the Ammeler Weiher and various rock formations and forests.
Rothenfluh is a popular destination on komoot, with over 51,000 visitors sharing their experiences. There are more than 20 routes available across various sports. These routes have received an average rating of 4.59 out of 5 stars from over 6,000 ratings.
Komoot offers several guides for Rothenfluh, including Road Cycling Routes around Rothenfluh, Cycling around Rothenfluh, and Hiking around Rothenfluh. There are also guides for mountain biking, gravel biking, and running trails.
Official information for the municipality of Rothenfluh can be found on its website. The official website is www.rothenfluh.ch. For direct inquiries, the municipal administration can be reached at +41 61 991 04 54.
Rothenfluh's diverse landscapes and connections to broader cycling networks provide opportunities for touring cyclists. Routes like the ViaTransitgas include sections traversing the Rhine and the initial hills of the Jura. The Cycling around Rothenfluh guide offers relevant information.
Yes, gravel biking routes are available in the Rothenfluh region, utilizing its varied terrain of forests, hills, and natural paths. These routes offer a mix of paved and unpaved surfaces suitable for gravel bikes. A dedicated guide, Gravel biking around Rothenfluh, provides specific route information.
The Rothenfluh ruins are the remnants of an impressive 13th-century hillside castle. They are situated beneath a spectacular rock ledge and represent the only surviving castle remnants of their kind in the Canton of Berne. The name 'Rothenfluh' (Red Ridge) likely derives from the rust-red oolitic ironstone in the 60-meter high rock face above the castle.

