The Top 6 Caves in Dorneck
Looking to visit a cave in Dorneck on your next adventure? To help you better plan your next outdoor experience, we’ve collected Dorneck’s 6
best caves for you. Based on the experiences of other users, each is a recommendation you know you can trust — so you can better plan your next adventure.
best caves for you. Based on the experiences of other users, each is a recommendation you know you can trust — so you can better plan your next adventure.
Last updated: October 20, 2025
Mariastein Monastery
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Mariastein Abbey is, after Einsiedeln, the second most important place of pilgrimage in Switzerland. It is known for its chapel dedicated to Mary, located in the Grotto, as well as its beautiful Gothic architecture and works of art.
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Cave and rock formations in Chälengrabenschlucht
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Great gorge just outside Basel with a lovely fireplace. In midsummer, when the temperatures in the city are hot, this detour into the cool gorge is particularly worthwhile. Very interesting …
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Tunnel Below Dorneck Castle Ruins
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On one side is the ruin, on the other side of the tunnel there is a narrow path along the rock, which leads back to the regular path via a ladder.
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Hutzme Staircase
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The Hutzme Staircase connects the communities of Hochwald and Duggingen via the 'Falkenfluh' area. There are some caves and a spring under the stairs.
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Glitzerstein Cave
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The cave is closed from the beginning of October to the end of April to protect the bats. Outside of these months, you can apply for the key via a …
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Small Cave Above the Hiking Trail
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Just a few meters above the path lies this small cave in the rock. It's easy to get in with a little scrambling. It's obviously used by various people from …
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