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Burg im Leimental walks
Burg and Röschenz circular loop
Visorando Member 
13.75 mi
+2,841 ft
-2,822 ft
8h 50
Difficult
Departure from Biederthal (Haut-Rhin)
A very beautiful circular route in the heart of the Swiss Jura, straddling the cantons of Basel-Landschaft and Solothurn. You will pass through the charming village of Burg and its medieval-style castle, the Rittimatte, from where you can admire a magnificent panorama stretching from the Vosges to the Black Forest. You will then cross over to the other side of the Raemelsberg to admire the spectacular scenery from the ruins of the Blauenstein before climbing up towards the Challpass. A very pleasant walk alternating between forests and pastures.
Biederthal Canyon
Visorando Member 2.20 mi
+374 ft
-390 ft
1h 20
Easy
Departure from Biederthal (Haut-Rhin)
A short route running along the French-Swiss border, suitable for children aged five and over, through a beautiful forest. A few lovely panoramic views leading to a point of interest, the Biederthal Canyon, a geological formation carved into the limestone rock.
Sundgau Circuit: Wolschwiller - Burg - Le Raemelsberg
Visorando Member 
6.96 mi
+1,332 ft
-1,332 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Wolschwiller (Haut-Rhin)
The Raemel mountain range, two kilometres long, blocks the horizon and rises to an altitude of 832 metres. It is the highest point in the Alsatian Jura, accessible via a picturesque limestone ridge, the Sentier des douaniers or smugglers' path, which follows the French-Swiss border. This is a fairly challenging walk, but it offers magnificent views of the Swiss Jura.
The ridge of the Raemel massif from Wolschwiller
Visorando Member 13.08 mi
+2,057 ft
-2,057 ft
8h 25
Difficult
Departure from Wolschwiller (Haut-Rhin)
The Raemel massif forms the northernmost foothills of the Jura. The highest point is the eponymous summit, also known as Raemelspitz, which rises to 831 metres. From the viewing platform, there is a breathtaking view of the surrounding area. Almost the entire route runs through woodland. Only the last 5 kilometres pass through orchards. Apart from the panoramic views, there are several points of interest along the route, including the Biederthal Gorges and the Lutter Spring.
Sundgau circuit in Leymen
Visorando Member 
4.14 mi
+673 ft
-686 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Leymen (Haut-Rhin)
Landskrön, a castle that was feared until 1814 and is now lovingly maintained by a Franco-Swiss association, and Mariastein, where crowds of pilgrims come to pray every year, are the highlights of this superb walk, which offers beautiful views on both sides of the border.
The 3 Castles Trail
Visorando Member 49.77 mi
+7,972 ft
-7,946 ft
4 days
Difficult
Departure from Leymen (Haut-Rhin)
A marked route of around 80 km (4 days / 3 nights) that crosses the Sundgau region of the Jura, passing by its three main castles: Leymen, Ferrette and Morimont.Four days of walking, far from the hustle and bustle of the cities, offering the perfect opportunity to fully recharge your batteries.The Sundgau Jura, despite its relatively low altitude, offers plenty of points of interest and beautiful views; it awaits you.Accommodation is available in each town/stage.
Kleinlützel circular in the canton of Solothurn
Visorando Member 
8.26 mi
+1,335 ft
-1,329 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Basel-Landschaft
This hike takes place in the Swiss Jura mountains, in the canton of Solothurn, right on the border with France near Kiffis. Varied landscapes in beautiful, well-maintained natural surroundings. The path first runs along La Lucelle, then winds its way up and down hills, passing isolated farms at high altitude, pastures that tumble down to the valley floor and passes that offer breathtaking views of this part of the Jura. A very beautiful route, not to be missed.
The Big Oak Tree via the Raedersdorf Discovery Trail
Visorando Member 
3.77 mi
+499 ft
-472 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Raedersdorf (Haut-Rhin)
This family hike takes you to the majestic Gros Chêne de Sondersdorf. Entirely in the forest, it passes through the Raedersdorf Discovery Trail, decorated with around fifty (or more) wooden sculptures and dotted with educational panels that are sure to interest children. Best done in dry weather in any season.If you only want to do the discovery trail and see the sculptures, see Practical Information.
From Linsdorf to Bettlach via the Casemates Trail
Visorando Member 
6.63 mi
+384 ft
-384 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Linsdorf (Haut-Rhin)
Starting from Linsdorf, between forest and fields, the route climbs to the Eichwald plateau, alternating between woods and fields, leading successively to the Abri de la Fuste, on the heights of Bettlach, and the Sentier des Casemates, connecting three imposing forts of the Maginot Line. The Casemates Trail is dotted with information panels explaining the history of the Maginot Line. The route also offers beautiful views of the Ill Valley and the Jura Mountains.
Hills around Hagenthal-le-Haut
Visorando Member 4.19 mi
+423 ft
-423 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Hagenthal-le-Haut (Haut-Rhin)
A walk partly through the forest and partly in open countryside on the heights of Hagenthal-le-Haut. Several benches and picnic spots along the route. On the return journey, beautiful views of the Jura, Basel, Chrischona and the surrounding hills.
Sundgau route: Hagenthal-Neuwiller
Visorando Member 
8.15 mi
+692 ft
-676 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Hagenthal-le-Bas (Haut-Rhin)
The Eptingen family, who had already settled on the edge of the Sundgau region in the 14th century, owned both Hagenthal
and Neuwiller, where they lived in comfortable castles. This walk crosses their former seigneury and passes through a one-kilometre-wide bottleneck between the borders, as Neuwiller forms a sort of French peninsula on Swiss territory. Text by Marc Glotz taken from the Sundgau hiking guide.
A circular in the Swiss Jura near Kiffis
Visorando Member 
12.60 mi
+2,205 ft
-2,205 ft
7h 45
Moderate
Departure from Basel-Landschaft
This hike takes place in the Swiss Jura mountains, both in the canton of Basel-Landschaft and especially in the canton of Jura, right on the border with France near Kiffis. Magnificent, varied landscapes of hills, pastures, forests and small villages clinging to the hillsides or nestled in the valleys. These are picture-postcard landscapes, which walkers can explore via paths and trails that wind their way up and down hills in beautiful, well-maintained natural surroundings.
Sundgau route: Durmenach - Luppach
Visorando Member 
4.43 mi
+423 ft
-420 ft
2h 25
Moderate
Departure from Durmenach (Haut-Rhin)
In warm weather, this is a pleasant walk from the Ill valley to the old bed of the Rhine at the foot of the Jura mountains. The well-marked path offers plenty of opportunities to rest and leads to a strange crypt, the last vestige of a convent destroyed during the Revolution, where the shadow of an exiled poet still lingers.
Delémont - Lucelle Petit Kohlberg
Visorando Member 
13.37 mi
+2,359 ft
-1,447 ft
8h 10
Difficult
Departure from Delémont (Canton of Jura)
This first stage of the Chemin du Jura begins in Delémont, the capital of the Canton of Jura. You will cross this pretty medieval town. A forest path will take you to a plateau offering a view of the Jura mountain range. Before descending to Lake Lucelle, you can enjoy another panoramic view at the Grande Roche.
The village of Lucelle in Switzerland no longer has any accommodation, so you will make a short detour into Alsace, to the commune of Lucelle in France, where you can stay at the Auberge du Petit Kolhberg.
Jura Trail (Switzerland)
Visorando Member 
61.44 mi
+9,009 ft
-7,119 ft
5 days
Moderate
Departure from Delémont (Canton of Jura)
A pleasant route for exploring the canton of Jura. This five-day itinerary will take you through the canton's three districts: Delémont, Porrentruy and the Franches Montagnes.