Relaxed or more challenging: these winter hikes are all reachable from Solothurn by public transport. From easy panoramic walks to longer alpine routes, there’s something for every level of winter hiker.
The destinations below are sorted by travel time from Solothurn to make planning easier. Be sure to check the map to explore all winter hikes and thousands of other outdoor activities reachable from any starting point in Switzerland.
Grey below, luminous blue above: it’s time for Mount Weissenstein. Those sick of the fog can enjoy a winter hike on Solothurn’s local mountain, which offers splendid views of the Swiss Plateau to Mount Säntis and Mont Blanc.
4 km
90 m
90 m
1h 15m
Landscape: With panoramic views
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| Solothurn (08:32) | |
| S21 (14m) | |
| Oberdorf SO (08:46) |
| Oberdorf SO (Talstation) (08:51) | |
| 2026 (12m) | |
| Weissenstein (09:03) |
This winter hiking trail takes you to the most scenic lookout points around Aeschi. Several benches invite you to linger and admire the views. The ever-changing views of the Frutigtal valley, Mount Niesen, Lake Thun and the peaks above the fog line are without equal.
6 km200 m200 m2h 10mLandscape: Through a Swiss Park,With panoramic views
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| Solothurn (08:47) | |
| RE5 (35m) | |
| Bern (09:22) |
| Bern (09:34) | |
| IC6 (29m) | |
| Spiez (10:03) |
| Spiez, Bahnhof (10:08) | |
| 63 (13m) | |
| Aeschi b. Spiez, Post (10:21) |
Romantic winter hiking trail high above Lake Thun, leading past the cantonal recuperation clinic and through glittering winter forests. Enjoy expansive views of the Bernese Alps above the fog line.
9 km240 m240 m3h 0mLandscape: With panoramic views,Onto an alp
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| Solothurn (08:47) | |
| RE5 (35m) | |
| Bern (09:22) |
| Bern (09:34) | |
| IC6 (19m) | |
| Thun (09:53) |
| Thun, Bahnhof (10:02) | |
| 31 (21m) | |
| Heiligenschwendi, Hünibode (10:23) |
Don’t be afraid of the cold, entering the «Swiss Siberia» does not mean you will automatically be transformed into a block of ice, like the water of the Lac des Taillères, whose shorelines this route is following.
11 km140 m140 m3h 25mLandscape: With panoramic views,Through a Swiss Park,Along the water
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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) |
The Heiligkreuz 'place of power' is a real gem in the UNESCO Biosphere Entlebuch. It promises not only a feeling of energy and peace, but also sporty winter hiking trails in pristine nature. This trail leads via the Reistegg up to the First. Both places offer glorious views of the Napf hills.
6 km300 m300 m2h 10mLandscape: With panoramic views,Through a Swiss Park
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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) |
Towers, grottos and palaces, just like a faraway land in a fairytale. Yet we are not in the East, but in Schwarzsee in the Fribourg Pre-Alps. This walk will transport both young and old to another world.
4 km30 m100 m1h 5mTour published by:
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| Solothurn (08:47) | |
| RE5 (35m) | |
| Bern (09:22) |
| Bern (09:34) | |
| IC1 (22m) | |
| Fribourg/Freiburg (09:56) |
| Fribourg/Freiburg, gare rout. (10:03) | |
| 123 (42m) | |
| Schwarzsee, Lichtena (10:45) |
No desire for strenuous ascents? The hiking trail for this winter is a real insider tip for you, then: it is sunny and perfect for all those who prefer a short, not very demanding tour. Hiking downhill almost consistenly takes you even past the cantonal border between Berne and Lucerne.
6 km10 m540 m1h 45mLandscape: With panoramic views,Through a Swiss Park
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| Solothurn (08:47) | |
| RE5 (35m) | |
| Bern (09:22) |
| Bern (09:36) | |
| RE7 (45m) | |
| Escholzmatt (10:21) |
| Escholzmatt, Bahnhof (10:23) | |
| 251 (12m) | |
| Marbachegg, Talstation (10:35) |
| Marbach (Talstation) (10:37) | |
| 2500 (10m) | |
| Marbachegg (10:47) |
This hike from Saignelégier leads you to Le Noirmont through the typical scenery of the Jura. The route allows you to discover the capital of the Franches-Montagnes, Saignelégier, well known for its Marché-Concours National de chevaux (National Horse Show).
6 km50 m80 m1h 45mTour published by:
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| Solothurn (08:32) | |
| S21 (33m) | |
| Moutier (09:05) |
| Moutier (09:08) | |
| IR56 (10m) | |
| Delémont (09:18) |
| Delémont (09:21) | |
| R2 (16m) | |
| St-Ursanne (09:37) |
| St-Ursanne, gare (09:40) | |
| 62 (52m) | |
| Saignelégier, gare (10:32) |
Surrounded by limestone mountains with sheer faces, the route encircles the romantic Schwarzsee. When the layer of ice is thick enough, you are officially permitted to venture onto the lake. A unique experience for winter walkers!
4 km50 m50 m1h 15mLandscape: With panoramic views,Through a Swiss Park,Along the water
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| Solothurn (08:47) | |
| RE5 (35m) | |
| Bern (09:22) |
| Bern (09:34) | |
| IC1 (22m) | |
| Fribourg/Freiburg (09:56) |
| Fribourg/Freiburg, gare rout. (10:03) | |
| 123 (50m) | |
| Schwarzsee, Hostellerie (10:53) |
This winter walk, which starts in the village of Prés-d’Orvin, will take you onto the Chasseral ridge at a height of 1,288 m where a magnificent panorama over Lake Neuchâtel, the plateau and the Alpine chain awaits you.
9 km300 m300 m3h 0mLandscape: 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, Bahnhof/Gare (10:20) | |
| 70 (27m) | |
| Les Prés-d'Orvin, Bellevue (10:47) |
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