Discover a winter wonderland on these snowshoe hikes, all easily reachable from Solothurn by public transport. Snow-covered forests, wide alpine plateaus, and scenic routes offer memorable experiences in the heart of the Alps.
To make planning easier, the hikes below are sorted by travel time from Solothurn. Explore the map to find all snowshoe hikes and thousands of other outdoor activities accessible from anywhere in Switzerland.
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Snowshoe hikers on the Untergrenchenberg can expect to be greeted by the splendid panorama with the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau summits at its centre. The loop trail then passes the once proud Längschwang farm and the commemorative stone for popular Federal Councilor Willi Ritschard of Solothurn who died there in 1983.
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200m
200m
2h 15mTour published by:
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| Solothurn (08:39) | |
| S20 (13m) | |
| Grenchen Süd (08:52) |
| Grenchen Süd, Bahnhof (09:00) | |
| 28 (30m) | |
| Grenchen, Fuchsboden (09:30) |
The trail first meanders across pastures and then above and along the ridge of the amazing Wandflue. With views of the Alps ranging from Säntis Mountain to Mont Blanc, the path crosses the high plateau. On the way back, you will pass a commemorative stone erected for Federal Councilor Willi Ritschard.
5km190m190m2h 15m
Landscape: Onto a mountain peak,With panoramic views
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| Solothurn (08:39) | |
| S20 (13m) | |
| Grenchen Süd (08:52) |
| Grenchen Süd, Bahnhof (09:00) | |
| 28 (35m) | |
| Grenchen, Unterer Grenchenberg (09:35) |
Starting from Bellelay in the region of the famous Tête de Moine AOC cheese, this snow-shoe excursion will take you to Sur Montbautier in the uplands of the Montagne du Droit before passing through the forest of the same name on the way back to your starting point.
9km320m320m3h 50mLandscape: Onto a mountain peak,Through a Swiss Park,With panoramic views
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| Solothurn (08:39) | |
| S20 (29m) | |
| Biel/Bienne (09:08) |
| Biel/Bienne (09:20) | |
| R41 (29m) | |
| Reconvilier (09:49) |
| Reconvilier, gare (09:51) | |
| 35 (9m) | |
| Le Fuet, Chemin de la Bottière (10:00) |
This varied snowshoe tour starts in Trub in the Emmental valley. It leads through snow-covered forests and pastures in the hilly terrain of the Napf region. The winter scenery and the far-reaching views over the Emmental hilltops make for an unforgettable experience.
8km420m420m4h 0mLandscape: Onto a mountain peak,With panoramic views
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| Solothurn (08:47) | |
| RE5 (35m) | |
| Bern (09:22) |
| Bern (09:36) | |
| RE7 (36m) | |
| Trubschachen (10:12) |
| Trubschachen, Bahnhof (10:16) | |
| 284 (7m) | |
| Trub, Ried (10:23) |
Ideal for hikers who want to get close to nature, this route takes you through meadows and forests via L’Auberson, a typical Jura village, and the plateau of Les Granges offering unique views of the Jura mountains.
9km300m300m3h 35mTour published by:
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| Solothurn (08:59) | |
| IC5 (38m) | |
| Neuchâtel (09:37) |
| Neuchâtel (09:41) | |
| R21 (44m) | |
| Buttes (10:25) |
| Buttes, gare (10:28) | |
| 392 (15m) | |
| La Vraconnaz, bif. nord (10:43) |
This hiking trail between Col des Etroits, L’Auberson and the Mont-des-Cerfs offers a chance to discover the natural beauty of the Vaud Jura landscape. History buffs might appreciate a detour to the Museum of Mechanical Art and Heritage in Sainte-Croix.
8km280m280m3h 15mTour published by:
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| Solothurn (08:59) | |
| IC5 (38m) | |
| Neuchâtel (09:37) |
| Neuchâtel (09:41) | |
| R21 (44m) | |
| Buttes (10:25) |
| Buttes, gare (10:28) | |
| 392 (20m) | |
| Ste-Croix, Col-des-Etroits (10:48) |
It is (hopefully) only cross-border in sporting terms: the challenging snowshoe hike from "Siberia of Switzerland" to France. From La Brévine, the route climbs over snow-covered pastures, through secluded fir forests and up to Mont Châteleu for some long-distance views.
9km380m380m4h 0mLandscape: Onto a mountain peak
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| Solothurn (08:59) | |
| IC5 (38m) | |
| Neuchâtel (09:37) |
| Neuchâtel (09:41) | |
| R21 (39m) | |
| Fleurier (10:20) |
| Fleurier, gare (10:27) | |
| 383 (25m) | |
| La Brévine, poste (10:52) |
A great combination of easy but still very scenic snow shoe tour is waiting for you. After a the hike to the viewpoint on the top of «Höh», snow shoe hikers will be rewarded with the most beautiful panorama of Kandersteg and the mountain range of the UNESCO World heritage site.
2km160m160m1h 15mTour published by:
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| Solothurn (08:47) | |
| RE5 (35m) | |
| Bern (09:22) |
| Bern (09:39) | |
| RE1 (1h 1m) | |
| Kandersteg (10:40) |
High above Lake Thun, the trail leads through silent forests and open meadows on its way to Dünzenegg. Your companions are beautiful views of the lake, the Bernese Alps and the Central Plateau. With some traverses and steep, exposed sections, this trail is aimed at snowshoe hikers with some experience.
9km440m440m4h 0mTour published by:
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| Solothurn (08:47) | |
| RE5 (35m) | |
| Bern (09:22) |
| Bern (09:34) | |
| IC6 (19m) | |
| Thun (09:53) |
| Thun, Bahnhof (10:01) | |
| 25 (25m) | |
| Sigriswil, Dorf (10:26) |
| Sigriswil, Dorf (10:29) | |
| 24 (12m) | |
| Schwanden (Sigriswil), Säge (10:41) |
Snow crunching underfoot amidst a snowy winter landscape – the range of hills featuring the Napf on the right, a mountain backdrop with the Risetenstock, Schimbrig and Schafmatt on the left. And once you arrive at the First, a welcome Entlebuch-style coffee with schnapps. What more could you ask for?
7km380m380m3h 15mTour published by:
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| Solothurn (08:47) | |
| RE5 (35m) | |
| Bern (09:22) |
| Bern (09:36) | |
| RE7 (52m) | |
| Schüpfheim (10:28) |
| Schüpfheim, Bahnhof (10:33) | |
| 233 (9m) | |
| Hasle LU, Heiligkreuz Kirche (10:42) |
