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Weissenstein winter paradise

Up to 20% cheaper to get to Solothurn's local mountain

As soon as winter brings the first snow to the region, new life comes to the Weissenstein. After a ride in the gondola lift from Oberdorf, a fantastic Alpine panorama with views of Mont Blanc reveals itself. The Weissenstein promises culinary delights, tobogganing, snowshoe walking and cross-country skiing for the whole family.

From Solothurn, take the train towards Moutier and get off at the “Oberdorf SO” stop. From here, it is an 11-minute ride in the Weissenstein cable car to the top of the mountain.

Benefit

Benefit from the following advantages when you buy the outward and return journey by public transport at the same time:

Benefit form:

  • 20% discount on the journey to Oberdorf and back
  • 10% discount on the Oberdorf–Weissenstein ascent/descent by cable car

This savings offer is only available online.

Highlights

Winter hiking trail

A circular trail offering splendid views starts and ends at the Bergrestaurant Hinterweissenstein. This easy trail is ideal for families.

Length
3.8 km
Duration
1 hour
Start Mountain station of the Weissenstein cable car
Finish
Mountain station of the Weissenstein cable car

Cross-country skiing

The cross-country skiing trail situated between the Sennhaus and the Hinterer Weissenstein is four to six kilometres in length. It includes both a classic track and a skating track.

Length
4.1 km
Duration
1 hour 15 minutes
Start Mountain station of the Weissenstein cable car
Finish
Mountain station of the Weissenstein cable car

Tobogganing

The speedy and winding toboggan run starts at the mountain station of the Weissenstein cable car and takes you via Nesseboden to the Oberdorf valley station.

Length
4.5 km
Duration
1 hour
Start Mountain station of the Weissenstein cable car
Finish Oberdorf, valley station of the Weissenstein cable car
 
Tip: Enjoy a delicious chocolate fondue in the Sennhaus mountain restaurant or in the Hinter-Weissenstein inn.

Operating times

Winter timetable, Weissenstein cable carin

 

2 November 2023 to 30 April 2024

Mon–Sat      08.30–16.30 hours
Sun              08.30–16.45 hours

Changes autumn 2023

20.11.-1.12.2023

 

Changes spring 2024

11.3.-28.3.2024

 

Subject to change without notice

Catering

Picnic and barbecue spots

There are several beautiful spots for this on Mt. Weissenstein.

How to get there

From Solothurn, take the train towards Moutier and get off at the “Oberdorf SO” stop. From here, it is an 11-minute ride in the Weissenstein cable car to the top of the mountain.

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