Challhöchi Pass - 4 Things to Know Before Visiting
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About Challhöchi Pass
Challhöchi Pass is a mountain pass in the Jura Mountains on the border of the cantons of Basel-Country and Solothurn in Switzerland. The pass road links Eptingen and Ifenthal or Hägendorf.
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Attractions Near Challhöchi Pass
Belchenflue
1.92km from Challhöchi Pass
The highest point on the Belchenflue at 1,099m above sea level offers incomparable views over the Black Forest, the Vosges, and the Alps. For the Celts, the Belchenflue was a marker for determining the positions of the sun, while in the First World War, it served as a key observation point for the Hauenstein fortification. it was one of the famous tourist attractions in this area and also a beautiful trekking destination.
Unterer Hauenstein-Pass
3.12km from Challhöchi Pass
Unterer Hauenstein Pass is a mountain pass in the Jura Mountains between the canton of Basel-Country and Solothurn in Switzerland. It connects Buckten in Basel-Country and Trimbach in Solothurn. The pass road has a maximum grade of 6 percent. The pass was probably already used by the Romans. In 1993, Roman artifacts were discovered at the pass. It also lies close to the Roman settlement of Augusta Raurica.
Neu-Homburg Castle
4.08km from Challhöchi Pass
The Neu-Homburg Castle is housed within the Laufelgingen municipality of the Basel-Country canton of Switzerland. Designated as a site of national heritage and significance, the castle is a popular tourist spot. Though ruined, the spot nonetheless retains its original glory and beauty.
Stiftung Sculpture at Schoenthal, im Kloster Schönthal
4.71km from Challhöchi Pass
Sculpture at Schoenthal is an art foundation in Switzerland. It is named after the Schönthal Monastery, a former church near the village of Langenbruck, Basel-Landschaft, which is now used for temporary art exhibitions. An array of sculptures, including some by well-known artists, is dotted around the monastery area and the surrounding countryside.
Wisenberg
5.16km from Challhöchi Pass
The Wisenberg tower near Häfelfingen is situated at 1001 meters above sea level, is 24.5 meters high, and is a prominent landmark in the area. It offers a wonderful panoramic view over the Homburgertal and Basel region, across the central plateau, and as far as the Alps. It is one of the beautiful locations in this area and it offers nice trekking too.
Oberer Hauenstein Pass
5.66km from Challhöchi Pass
Oberer Hauenstein Pass is a mountain pass in the Jura Mountains on the border between the cantons of Basel-Country and Solothurn in Switzerland. It connects Balsthal and Waldenburg.
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Basel-Landschaft
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The canton of Basel-Landschaft lies in the northwestern corner of Switzerland just south of the canton of Basel-Stadt. The Canton of Basel offers a variety of beautiful landscapes, impressive natural and cultural jewels.