Balmberg Route
Solothurn–Günsberg–Oberbalmberg (Route 40.012)
From Solothurn the Balmberg Route follows the southern slope of the Jura mountains up to Balmberg which offers spectacular views of the Mittelland region. Solothurn’s incomparable baroque old town welcomes you to stroll past richly adorned fountains, spires and churches.
The Cathedral of St. Ursus with its magnificent outer staircase is a particularly impressive sight (PostBus stop Solothurn, Baseltor). In addition to the annual Film and Literature Festival, Solothurn’s cultural landscape also includes numerous museums.
Waldegg Castle and nearby Verena Gorge are well worth a visit (PostBus stop Feldbrunnen, Station).
The Balmberg recreational area offers a wide range of leisure activities and magnificent views of the Aare Valley and the Alps (PostBus stop Oberbalmberg, Kurhaus).
No doubt observant passengers will soon discover the ruins of an old castle in Balmfluh’s wall of rock. (Stop Balm b. Günsberg, Post).
The impressive hike from Weissenstein via Oberbalmberg and down to the Balsthal valley is part of the Jura Höhenweg (ridgeway) – and the small Oberbalmberg skiing area vouches family fun in the snow for all. (PostBus stop Oberbalmberg, Kurhaus).
Buy ticket
Buy your ticket from the SBB Shop or SBB Mobile app. You can also buy a ticket from the driver, at all ticket terminals, PostBus sales offices and at the counter of your nearest railway station.
Additional ticketing apps and online shops can be found in our overview.
Timetable / travel information
You will find the entire Swiss public transport timetable online here.
Route open all year
Reservations
Reservations required for groups of 10 or more. Tel. +41 58 667 13 60
Bicycle transport
Bicycle transport not possible? The vehicle with the rear carrier is temporarily unavailable.
Wheelchair accessibility
Wheelchair access to the postbus guaranteed
Special comments:
Some departures (high-floor vehicles with wheelchair lifting device). Low-floor vehicles may be requested: advance notice by telephone required no later than 3 hours before departure, tel. no. +41 58 667 13 60
SwitzerlandMobility
Explore the area of the Balmberg Route on foot
- on the Jura High Trail
Section 5 Balsthal–Weissenstein
Or on the well-marked hiking trail system