Make a stop in the small hamlet and look at the sunburned houses: Mühlebach has the oldest village centre in Switzerland of timber construction. Here there is a signposted house trail leading to objects worthy of seeing.
This ice hole is 30 metres deep and there is a small glacier inside. The snow masses which accumulate here in winter turn to ice.
Die Kirche Amsoldingen ist eines der ältesten Bauwerke des Kantons Bern.
The showpiece of Ernen is the village square (Dorfplatz), around which numerous historic buildings are grouped, e.g. the St. Georg tavern (1535), the "Tellenhaus" (1576) with the oldest Tell frescos in Switzerland or the "Zendenrathaus" (dated 1750).
Discover the enthralling story of Mümliswil combs that goes back over 200 years. These magnificent decorative combs were exported around the world: famous customers include Queen Victoria and the Court of Spain.
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.
The Safien local history museum is more of a cottage than a house. It offers a good insight into the life and work of the ancestors.
The "Church in Thall" was consecrated in 1441. Its compact from and granite roof make it seem as if had grown out of the ground on this spot.
Die seinerzeit dem heiligen Mauritius geweihte Kirche von Guggisberg wurde in ihrer heutigen Form mit dem massiven Turm im spätgotischen Stil im 15. Jahrhundert errichtet.
Leicht erhöht am Ortsrand von Oberbalm liegt die Kirche aus dem 12. Jahrhundert.
Die Kirche Riggisberg mit ihrem gedrungenen, massiven Turm liegt auf einer Anhöhe über dem Dorf.
The Church of St. Pankratius lies on a delightful hill between Aedermannsdorf and Matzendorf. It was built in 1520 in the late Gothic style and was extended in 1781. Today it is a popular wedding church.
The hamlet of Höngen is listed in the inventory of Swiss Heritage Sites. Situated on a high plateau above Laupersdorf and Balsthal, it offers a charming view of the Klus of Balsthal and the first chain of the Jura.
The Holzfluh offers the most beautiful view of the municipality of Balsthal with its 5,900 inhabitants. From here you can enjoy Balsthal and the Klus (gorge) from an eagle's perspective. The Holzfluh cabin can be hired for events.
"s isch äben e Mönsch uf Ärde - Simelibärg!" - This is how the oldest and most famous folk song in Switzerland begins. Alive to this day. You can learn more about this and about the short skirts of the Guggisberg traditional costume in the museum
In the museum rooms of the Abegg Foundation, more than 7000 art-historically valuable textiles and selected art objects can be marvelled at. The museum with its extensive library and scientific institute is known worldwide.
Die Kirche Rüschegg liegt auf dem grünen Rüschegghügel.
Die Kirche Wahlern steht weithin sichtbar über dem Dorf Schwarzenburg.
Die Ruine Grasburg steht auf einem Felssporn an der Sense. Im 16. Jahrhundert wurde das herrschaftliche Schloss Schwarzenburg mit Material aus der Grasburg erbaut.
Wolfsschlucht (gorge of the wolf) is a cantonal nature reserve and demonstrates here the enormous power of nature. A trial runs between the steep and overhanging cliffs through the narrow and wild romantic gorge with caves and erosions.
Über mehrere Kilometer erstreckt sich die über 1000-jährige Trockenmauer auf der zweiten Jurakette. Seit je her bildet sie eine geografische und kulturelle Grenze. Sie ist auch wertvoller Lebensraum für seltene Tiere und Pflanzen.
The Etang des Royes is the baby brother of the Etang de la Gruère and is visited less often. It is embedded in green and more remote, but has a great deal of charm and offers unique tranquillity.
Sehenswert sind der reich verzierte Taufstein von 1688 und die drei Chorfenster von Felix Hoffmann von 1967.
Die römisch-katholische Dorfkirche Plaffeien wurde nach dem Dorfbrand von 1906 als dreischiffige Basilika in neuromanischem Stil erbaut.
Over the Varen ladders to reach Leukerbad from Varen.
These are vertical iron ladders that can be bypassed.
The walk round the Etang de la Gruère is easily accessible for young and old. A beautifully laid-out trail (wood shavings and board walks) reveals new and wonderful views at every step around this fantastic moorland lake.
In the past few years four museum vineyards have been established around the old Roman stronghold of Vindonissa, where interesting facts can be learnt about Roman wine culture. The vineyard in Villigen devotes itself to rather unorthodox methods.
Enjoy the old town of Schaffhausen on a tour. You will be impressed by the romantic and car-free alleys and squares, the 171 oriels, the decorated town houses and the landmark of Schaffhausen - the Munot fort.
Enjoy the largest connected vineyard in the German speaking part of Switzerland on foot or with the bicycle and at the same time a glass of wine. The vineyards lead you through the small and pretty Klettgau communities.
Biotope and flood-protection in Wangental: Numerous rare species , local recreation area, observation posts, information boards - you will find all of this in Wangental. Take some time to observe this natural spectacle.
Die grosse Holzbrücke im Rütiplötsch überquert ca. 400 Meter ausserhalb von Rüschegg Graben Richtung Rüschegg Heubach das Schwarzwasser.
Cross the Doubs at Tariche with the famous flat-bottomed barque
Weitere Informationen: Centre de vacances in Tariche www.tariche.ch.
From the panorama trail on the Dietenberg there is a wonderful view of the Alps when the weather is clear. Dietenberg lies on the edge of Lottstetten.
Among all the insects that enliven the ponds and channels in the Pfyn forest, the dragonflies are definitely the most elegant and easiest to observe. There are two types of dragonfly in the forest: The small dragonfly and the large dragonfly.
The Viamala gorge, which is only a few metres wide, offers a unique natural spectacle. The interplay of colours, the whirlpools and the bridge built in 1739 leave a lasting impression of natural beauty.
Parc public, le Jardin du Temps, propose un parcours de plus de trois cent cinquante millions d’années à effectuer en quelques minutes… ou quelques heures avec en point d'orgue la rencontre du Mammouth de la Vallée de Joux !
At the source of the Lionne (the lioness) the water bubbles out of the rock, after flowing for several kilometres through a network of underground tunnels.
The Ambigua Bird Park is especially committed to parrots, parakeets and other exotic birds.
Einzigartiger roter Holzturm für die schönen Künste mitten in der rauen Landschaft auf dem Julierpass (2'300 m ü. M.). Er dient als Auftrittsort des "Origen" Kulturfestivals.
Vor dem Schloss Riggisberg befindet sich ein Weiher mit gemütlichen Sitzbänken, die zum Verweilen einladen. Hier lässt es sich herrlich entspannen.
Before the construction of water tapping for the Vallorbe power plant, the Brenet lake water flowed through this natural funnel. A detour to this impressive gorge is well worthwhile.
In the 1970s the then intact moorland at Jufplaun was drained to reclaim pastures. In August 2013 work was completed for renaturalisation. Since then the magnificent fen vegetation has slowly begun to settle again.
The Ruinaulta owes its existence to the Flimser landslide 10,000 years ago, when 10,000 million m3 of rock thundered into the valley. The canyon-like ravine in the Vorderrhein Valley can be reached on foot, across the water, by train or by bike.
Der grösste Holzbrunnen europas steht mitten im Dorf Valendas. Er ist mit 1760 datiert und wird von einer Brunnenjumpfer geschmückt.
Trains to Montreux or Rougemont
Placed under the protection of Sainte-Marie-Madeleine, the chapel was reconstructed in 1995 following the plans of architect Christophe Huber.
Allières with its inn (former cabaret), is located on the Jaman Pass mule trail.
If the bridge doesn’t wobble any longer, it’s because the wood structure was reinforced with a metal frame in 1982.
Die Wanderung aufs Guggershörnli ist eine mystische Erfahrung. Vor allem während der letzten Höhenmeter auf der steilen, aber gut gesicherten Holztreppe, die geradewegs in den Himmel zu führen scheint. Oben wartet eine Panorama-Aussicht.
Vier Museumsrebberge rund um den alten Römerstützpunkt Vindonissa informieren über die römische Weinkultur. In Remigen finden Sie alles über Verdünnung und Laubenerziehung.
