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Neu-Falkenstein Castle is one of the most beautiful and largest ruins in the canton of Solothurn. The climb to the castle is rewarded with a wonderful view over the Balstahl Gorge, especially if you climb the keep.

The beautiful garden can also be visited during the castle's opening hours (afternoons). https://schloss-waldegg.so.ch/praktische-informationen/oeffnungszeiten/

The Hauenstein Fortifications in the Baselbieter and Solothurn Jura formed the eastern northern barrier in Switzerland's defense during World War I. The chain of fortifications and defensive works is over 42 kilometers long and forms a protective semicircle around the railway town of Olten. It is embedded in a stunningly beautiful natural and hiking area.

Beautiful old wooden bridge over the Aare.

Beautiful bridge and renaturalized stream.

This fountain located on the cycleway leading through the village has freshwater located in the shade and there are several other small shops to load up on snacks and food.

Despite its name, it is believed that the castle is older than Alt-Falkenstein Castle, located further down the valley on the other side. It was the seat of the Swiss noble Falkenstein family.

A challenging pass in the Tafeljura, the climb is made up of a small road with a maximum gradient of 15% and little traffic. The scenery is very scenic, with magnificent panoramas along the way.