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10th National Swiss Parks Market, 21 May 2026

On 21 May 2026, the Bundesplatz will transform into a festival of culinary delights. Taste the finest regional specialities from the Swiss parks and meet passionate producers! The programme includes tastings, games and activities for young and old, music – everything you need to enjoy for a great time. Save the date!

9th national Swiss parks market, 15th May 2025

Am Donnerstag, 15. Mai 2025, ist der Pärke-Markt zurück auf dem Bundesplatz in Bern. Auf dem Programm stehen Spezialitäten, Degustationen, Spiele und Mitmach-Aktivitäten an den Ständen, Musik und alles, was es braucht für eine gute Zeit. Reservieren Sie sich das Datum schon jetzt!
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Holzweg Thal

Theme trailHiking trail
Time required: 2 hoursLength: 5.00 km

Naturpark Thal -

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Along this experience trail, discover the forest and natural wood products in an artistic and recreational way, using your head, heart and hands.

The installations by artist Sammy Deichmann offer surprising insights and tell fascinating stories about the theme of wood. In collaboration with local woodworking businesses, a unique themed trail was created that combines art and nature. Play, fun, and relaxation.
In addition to the artistic highlights, you’ll find play areas for children and barbecue spots for the whole family. Enjoy the peace of nature, the idyllic landscape, and the many experiences awaiting you.

Route-information

Length
5.00 km
Amount untarred route
4.50 km
Altitude difference ascent
227 m
Altitude difference descent
206 m
Time required
2 hours
Level technique
Easy
Level condition
Easy
Height profile view map

Arrival

Starting point
Balsthal, St. Wolfgang, Holderbank SO
Arrival by public transport
Balsthal, St. Wolfgang Timetable SBB

The offer is suitable for

  • Adults
  • Children < 6 years
  • Children from 7-12 years
  • Children >12 years
  • 50+
  • Families
  • Groups

The offer has been particularly developed for

  • First cycle (Kindergarten and 1st/2nd grade)
  • Second cycle (3rd - 6th grade, primary level)
  • Third cycle (1st – 3rd grade, lower secondary)
  • Upper Secondary School Classes
  • Association/Companies
Naturpark Thal

Ruins of Schloss Neu-Falkenstein

Neu-Falkenstein Castle was probably built in the early 12th century. During the 13th and 14th centuries it was the feudal seat of the counts of Falkenstein and Bechburg.

Castle
Naturpark Thal

Erlebnisangebot: Flammlachs

Gemeinsam entdecken wir die nordische Flammlachs Tradition. Als Gruppe entfachen wir Feuer auf welchem wir ein delikates nordisches Essen zaubern. Geniessen Sie dieses einmalige Ambiente und erfahren Sie Interessantes zum Thema Feuer, Holz und Lachs.

Offer for groups
Naturpark Thal

Holzweg: Geführter Rundgang

Auf dem Holzweg Thal sind sie auf dem richtigen Weg

Offer for classesOffer for groups
Naturpark Thal

Rest. Pintli Neu-Falkenstein

The former coach house located at the foot of the ruins of Schloss Neu-Falkenstein exudes a special flair. Those who stop at Brigitte & Olivier Claude’s restaurant for a bite to eat will enjoy pure freshness: Their cuisine is distinguished by creativ

RestaurantCafé
Naturpark Thal

Tinu von Neu-Falkenstein

Entdecke mit dem Turmfalken Tinu und einem interaktiven Rundgang die Ruine Neu-Falkenstein.

Theme trail
Time required: 1 hour 30 minutesLength: 2.00km

Season

All season

Contact

Naturpark Thal
Hölzlistrasse 57
4710 Balsthal
Tel. +41 62 386 12 30

www.naturparkthal.ch

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