The Top 20 Caves in Nordwestschweiz
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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 5, 2025
Nice valley with easy hiking trails. Pleasantly "cool" in summer because a lot lies in the shade of the trees.
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The Ermitage monument landscape includes the English landscape garden, the Birseck castle complex, the mill complex and the forest houses.
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Easy hike through the Chaltbrunnental. Pleasantly "cool" in summer, as there are many paths in the shade of the trees.
There is also a karst educational trail through the valley, …
There is also a karst educational trail through the valley, …
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The Bruderhöhle can be found on maps from 1840. There are many stories and legends surrounding the karst cave. The cave was renovated by the municipality of Effingen in 2017 …
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The Schalberg Cave is now a narrow, winding passage. It is located near the edge of the ridge formed by the Rauracien rock; therefore, the thickness of the cave roof …
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The quarry is located on the "Freiämterweg" and is worth a visit. The quarry train runs on a few days a year. Children can knock out fossils and let off …
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The Bruderloch is an almost 300 meter long cave system and is protected. Various rooms can be discovered in the entrance area; a ladder leads up to the main hallway.
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These caves are great you can even have a barbecue and not far is the castle Liebegg
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Very nice cave absolutely to be recommended, I was surprised with it 🙂
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On the trail of old legends and myths: The Hügeliloch is surrounded by the legend of the noble lady, the Hügelimeitli, who stood in front of the mirror for too long. Her story has a sad ending.
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