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Nordwestschweiz

Basel-Landschaft

Metzerlen-Mariastein

Mariastein Monastery – Rotberg Castle loop from Biederthal

Hiking trails & Routes

Nordwestschweiz

Basel-Landschaft

Metzerlen-Mariastein

Mariastein Monastery – Rotberg Castle loop from Biederthal

Moderate

4.7

(6)

32

hikers

Mariastein Monastery – Rotberg Castle loop from Biederthal

02:35

9.07km

210m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 8, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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1

1.24 km

Wonderful little forest in the middle of nowhere

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2

3.93 km

View of Landskron Castle and Mariastein Abbey

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The still well-preserved Landskron ruin takes you on a journey into the past and offers impressive remains from the age of knights. Besides the great castle complex, a visit is also worthwhile for the wonderful view.

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3

3.95 km

Heulenhof

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A beautiful place on the national border. Very originally decorated.

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4

4.46 km

St. Anna Chapel and View of Mariastein Abbey

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Sun place with beautiful view of Mariastein

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5

4.59 km

View of Basel and the Roche Towers

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On the forest path behind the St. Anna Chapel towards the Château du Landskron, you get a unique view of the two twin towers of "Roche" in Basel and the …

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6

5.46 km

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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7.19 km

Rotberg Castle

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In the years 1934/35 the castle must have been in a state of severe decay, so the ACV Basel acquired the ruin and rebuilt it as a youth hostel in …

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8.32 km

Sternwartenhof

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The farm owner is extremely creative (see airplane) and a very nice man. Thanks for the good conversation!

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9.07 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.02 km

3.35 km

1.19 km

439 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.63 km

2.74 km

1.38 km

946 m

366 m

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Highest point (580 m)

Lowest point (490 m)

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Wednesday 8 July

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