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.
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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.
6km
200m
200m
2h 10m
Landscape: 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.
9km240m240m3h 0mLandscape: Onto an alp,With panoramic views
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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.
11km140m140m3h 25mLandscape: Along the water,Through a Swiss Park,With panoramic views
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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.
6km300m300m2h 10mLandscape: Through a Swiss Park,With panoramic views
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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.
4km30m100m1h 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) |
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!
4km50m50m1h 15mLandscape: Along the water,Through a Swiss Park,With panoramic views
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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) |
Combining the contemplation and baroque splendour of Einsiedeln Abbey with the wintry hush and scenic beauty of Lake Sihl, this panoramic hike also offers views of the Etzel and the Ybrig mountains.
8km140m140m2h 40mLandscape: Through a Swiss Park,With panoramic views
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| Solothurn (08:33) | |
| IR55 (57m) | |
| Zürich HB (09:30) |
| Zürich HB (09:43) | |
| S25 (17m) | |
| Wädenswil (10:00) |
| Wädenswil (10:10) | |
| S13 (23m) | |
| Einsiedeln (10:33) |
| Einsiedeln, Bahnhof (10:37) | |
| 555 (2m) | |
| Einsiedeln, Brüel (10:39) |
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.
9km300m300m3h 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) |
In winter, when the panorama road on the Glaubenbielen Pass is closed, you can experience pure nature here. The view of the Rothorn chain and the traces of wild animals in the snow make you forget about everyday life. The landslide area, which is clearly visible on this route, is also very exciting.
10km400m400m3h 25mLandscape: Over a pass,Through a Swiss Park,With panoramic views
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| Solothurn (08:47) | |
| RE5 (35m) | |
| Bern (09:22) |
| Bern (09:36) | |
| RE7 (52m) | |
| Schüpfheim (10:28) |
| Schüpfheim, Bahnhof (10:33) | |
| 241 (24m) | |
| Sörenberg, Post (10:57) |
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.
6km10m540m1h 45mLandscape: Through a Swiss Park,With panoramic views
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| Solothurn (08:47) | |
| RE5 (35m) | |
| Bern (09:22) |
| Bern (09:36) | |
| RE7 (45m) | |
| Escholzmatt (10:21) |
| Escholzmatt, Bahnhof (10:40) | |
| 251 (25m) | |
| Bumbach, Alpenrose (11:05) |
