Dreiland-Radweg
Overview
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Distance 35 km
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Ascent 380 m
Intro
From the industrial Ergolz valley first south and then east towards the skyline of Basel. Along the Bris through densely populated areas to Aesch and the calmer Leymen valley with its stretches of peaceful plains.
Description
While you are still in Liestal, it is worth taking a detour to the picturesque old town. Rathausstrasse is the only place where you can admire the cantonal government building, the magnificently painted town hall and the Late Gothic tower. This leg follows the train track past the home of the Baselland cantonal archives and onwards to the Ergolztal valley. This area is full of life and a hub of industry. The yellow species conservation tower of the Foundation Pro Biodiversity in Frenkendorf strikes a welcome contrast. The tall stacks of colourful containers from the biggest privately operated container terminal in Switzerland are an impressive sight.
Whereas the containers are merely passing through, the playgrounds, allotment gardens and grain fields lend an air of permanence to this place. Similarly, Pratteln Castle has been firmly rooted in the village centre since 1275. The former moated castle with its aesthetically appealing rounded corners was destroyed in a devastating earthquake in 1356, but then rebuilt. Nowadays, the local landmark welcomes visitors. Looking towards the Lachmatt tram stop in the direction of travel, you might spot one of the three Wartenberg ruins. The towers of the Mittlere and Vordere Wartenberg are now viewing platforms with great outlooks over Alsace.
In Muttenz, pretty rows of houses stand around the Fortified Church of St. Arbogast, which is almost completely surrounded by a circular wall. You will gradually approach the economic metropolis of Basel in the border triangle region between Switzerland, France and Germany. However, this will remain on the right of this cycling route, which follows the river Birs, a tributary of the Rhine that extends around 75 kilometres. In Dornach, it is worth taking a detour up to the Goetheanum, the headquarters of the School of Spiritual Science and the Anthroposophical Society. In Aesch, you will cross the river. You can just about see the buildings of the Basel Committee in the distance.
Now the Leymental valley will start to show itself in all its glory. You will enjoy a fun and easy-going ride in a zigzag through this tranquil Jura landscape, surrounded by tractors, horses, cows, and cherry and nut trees. Over the border, nuts are sold directly from the farm, as indicated by the signs reading “vents de noix”. Moreover, the yellow number 10 tram, or “10er-Drämmli” as it is known in Basel dialect, drives into Leymen in France, past the majestic Château du Landskron and back onto Swiss soil just a few kilometres down the line. The number 10 is believed to be the longest international tram line, finishing in Rodersdorf. And, although this leg of the bicycle journey ends here, you don’t have to stop here. You might be tempted to venture further through the French department of Haut-Rhin and on to Mulhouse. Which would mean racking up another 50 kilometres...
An enjoyable tour includes the careful planning of the same. Please inform yourself in advance at the local information center about the route and weather conditions. Depending on the season and weather conditions, this route may be blocked or interrupted
| Start location |
Liestal
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| Destination |
Rodersdorf
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| Ascent |
380 m
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| Descent |
320 m
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| Distance |
35 km
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| Distance on tarred ways |
35 km
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| Physical requirements |
Easy
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