The hermitage of St. Verena is, together with the hermitage in Arlesheim, one of the most important landscape gardens in Switzerland. In contrast to Arlesheim, Solothurn can boast an original hermitage.
A vault thirty metres wide and twenty metres high, reminiscent of a cathedral, the light coming in through cracks in the ceiling reinforces this impression. Just as impressive as the …
Impressive grotto and pilgrimage site. You should really stop here and enjoy the gentle coolness and fill your bottle with the water from the Karlsquelle (which is said to have healing powers).
A tiny cave that can be reached on the way to or from Balmfluechöpfli via a T5 route. The route is well marked and secured, but sturdy shoes and surefootedness are recommended.