Ruins of Neu-Falkenstein Castle – Wooden Sphere Sculpture loop from Balsthal

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Ruins of Neu-Falkenstein Castle – Wooden Sphere Sculpture loop from Balsthal

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Ruins of Neu-Falkenstein Castle – Wooden Sphere Sculpture loop from Balsthal

02:16

8.04km

160m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 11, 2026

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1.75 km

St. Wolfgang Chapel (Balsthal)

Highlight • Religious Site

The former pilgrimage chapel on the former Passtrasse over the Upper Hauenstein dates from the 15th century.

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2.21 km

Ruins of Neu-Falkenstein Castle

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Neu-Falkenstein Castle was probably built in the early 12th century. In the 13th and 14th centuries it served as the fiefdom of the Counts of Falkenstein and Bechburg. The saffron …

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2.41 km

Torii Trail at Neu-Falkenstein Castle Ruins

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The art installation «Torii» near the Holzweg Thal, close to the ruin Neu-Falkenstein, is reminiscent of the traditional Japanese entrance gates to Shintō shrines. They symbolize the transition into a …

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3.50 km

Wooden Sphere Sculpture

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There's a lot of work going into that. An imposing wooden sculpture.

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3.89 km

Picnic Area with Bench and Grill

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4.25 km

Holzweg Thal

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On this adventure trail you will experience the forest and the natural product wood in an artistic and playful way with your head, heart and hand. Artist Sammy Deichmann's installations …

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4.81 km

Old Roman Road Balsthal

Highlight • Historical Site

From the vernacular, all paths with a certain characteristic (with cart irons) were formerly referred to as the Roman path. Become more cautious today because it is difficult to date …

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5.50 km