Between the Basel area and Solothurn’s Thal nature park lies the scenic Passwang range of hills. From Liestal you reach the Jura heights in solely 45 minutes by bus and gondola rail to Wasserfallen.

The mountains of the Jura chain are particularly pronounced here – and the Wasserfallen area is an ideal starting point for highland hikes or visits to the Chellenchöpfli viewpoint. And equally as tasteful are the diverse culinary offers in the numerous Jura mountain guesthouses.

The valley station of the gondola railway lies a short way behind Reigoldswil. Trips down the valley are fastest with the aid of a scooter – and courage and skills are also put to the test at the Wald high ropes park if your’e out for adventure. And summer sees a few evening descents down the valley as well!

Information

Altitude: 922m
Accessibility:
From Liestal to Reigoldswil, 12 minutes on foot to the valley station, gondola rail to Wasserfallen
View: Over the Basel-Jura region; Chellenchöpfli and Passwang-scenic hills – on a clear day, as far as the Mittelland and Alps
Attractions: Exciting scooter rides to the valley station, Wald high ropes park by the mountain station
Culinary aspects: Local specialities served in the ten guesthouses around Wasserfallen, in part with seating for up to 120 people
Overnight stays: simple accommodation in the mountain guesthouses
Wasserfallen seminar hotel: 22 rooms, 34 beds
Groups: Wasserfallen seminar hotel, 4 seminar rooms
Winter: Gondola railway in operation, Waldweid cross-country center, snowshoe trails, toboggan run to Reigoldswil
Special comments: During summer, once a month until 11 p.m. on a Friday.
Mountain rail ascent is not included in the Swiss Travel Pass/GA travelcard. Buy your tickets on arrival at the station.