Verena Gorge
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Verena Gorge is a mystical place of power that is situated just outside the city of Solothurn. A hermit still lives here to this day.
The leisurely stroll from the centre of Solothurn to the entrance of Verena Gorge takes about 30 minutes. A well-managed and easy trail then leads through the wild and romantic gorge, always along the babbling brook until it reaches the hermitage.
The hermitage, which is named after St. Verena and dates back to the 15th century, includes a hermit’s dwelling and two chapels. One of the two chapels is among the oldest buildings in Solothurn. According to a centuries-old custom, the hermitage continues to be maintained by a real hermit. Verena Gorge is especially beautiful during wintertime.
Two on-site restaurants invite guests to linger for a while.
Getting there: To Solothurn, from there on foot or by bus no. 4 in the direction of Rüttenen (St. Nikolaus stop)
Что посмотреть и чем заняться
Walk through the Verena Gorge (20-40 minutes)
A hiking trail leads from Solothurn's old town to the entrance of the gorge. From there you follow the path along the Verena Lake. High rock faces line the path, where memorial plaques commemorate Solothurn personalities. On the way you will pass wooden bridges and footbridges. In summer, it is pleasantly cool in the gorge.
- Good to know: The path is not barrier-free, but suitable for prams.
- Tip: By bus line 4 to St. Niklaus shorten the walk.
Visit the hermitage and chapels
At the end of the gorge, a clearing opens up with the hermitage, the Verena Chapel and the Martin's Chapel. Since 1588, hermits have lived here. In addition to the chapels, you will find the Magdalene Grotto and the Mount of Olives Grotto with figures of saints made of wood and plaster.
- Good to know: At St. Martin's Chapel, you can look inside through a window.
- Tip: You can book guided tours and torchlight hikes with Solothurn Tourism.
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