Die Abwechslungsreiche. «Solothurn–Balmberg–Weissenstein»-Runde

Mountain biking trails

Switzerland

Espace Mittelland

Solothurn

Die Abwechslungsreiche. «Solothurn–Balmberg–Weissenstein»-Runde

Moderate

4.3

(30)

110

riders

Die Abwechslungsreiche. «Solothurn–Balmberg–Weissenstein»-Runde

02:55

27.5km

870m

Mountain biking

A scenic tour that rewards the strenuous climb up Balmberg with a breathtaking panorama across the Swiss Plateau to the Alps. It's doable on a mountain or gravel bike, and is especially worthwhile when visibility is good.

With the slightly thicker tires, you'll roll from the train station across the…

by Solothurn Tourismus

Last updated: May 26, 2025

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 154 m for 89 m

After 26.7 km for 369 m

After 27.2 km for 89 m

Waypoints

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7.97 km

Balmfluh Castle Ruins

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The Balmfluh castle ruins are clearly visible from the trail. It's worth getting off your bike for a moment and taking a look at the old walls.

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12.3 km

Balmberg Pass Summit

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The Balmberg is particularly notorious for its extremely steep approach from Welschenrohr. There, the asphalt climb climbs approximately 400 meters with gradients of up to 25%. From Günsberg, it's considerably …

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12.4 km

Schofgraben Trail

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A beautiful trail from Balmberg up to Weissenstein. Gravel at first, then solid rocks. There's gravel in some places, but it's still rideable.

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15.3 km

Panorama Trail to Hinterer Weissenstein

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A flowing gravel trail connecting the Vorder- and Hinter Weissenstein. Beautiful views of the Alps are guaranteed. Beware of hikers along the way.

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17.9 km

Chlusgraben Trail

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Steep climb, beautiful scenery. However, the rain has taken its toll on some parts of the trail, and there's quite a bit of gravel along the way. Don't go too …

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27.5 km

End point

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

12.4 km

7.35 km

6.21 km

1.47 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

12.6 km

8.29 km

2.51 km

2.09 km

2.00 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (1,260 m)

Lowest point (430 m)

Weather

Thursday 8 October

15°C

8°C

1 %

Additional weather tips

Max wind speed: 8.0 km/h

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Comments

May 6, 2025

A scenic tour that rewards the strenuous climb up Balmberg with a breathtaking panorama across the Swiss Plateau to the Alps. It's doable on a mountain or gravel bike, and is especially worthwhile when visibility is good.
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With the slightly thicker tires, you'll roll from the train station across the Aare

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