Hiking
Taubenloch Gorge
Biel/Bienne – Frinvillier
The Taubenloch Gorge
- LengthLength
- 2 km
- Ascents | DescentsAscents | Descents
- 172 m | 102 m
- Technical | Fitness levelTechnical | Fitness level
- Family friendly | Very easy
Taubenloch Gorge offers an easy yet impressive walk through wild nature – a magical experience for the whole family.
Nestled between Biel and Frinvillier, Taubenloch Gorge winds through an impressive rocky landscape. The large, well-maintained path follows the rushing Schüss River, offering breathtaking views of the power of water. The gorge’s refreshing coolness makes it a popular destination, especially on warm days. This easily accessible hike is a perfect getaway from the city, especially for families and naturelovers.
Good to know
Good to know
- Due to construction work on the N16 motorway, the Taubenloch Gorge will be closed on weekdays from 19 October 2026 to 19 March 2027. The trail will remain accessible every weekend, from Friday at 5:00 pm until Monday at 6:00 am.
- There are no parking spaces near the entrance to the gorge. We recommend parking your vehicle at Biel/Bienne railway station and then taking the bus to the «Taubenloch» stop.
- The parking ticket allows two people to travel free of charge within Libero Zone 300 for the entire duration of the parking period.
- Warning: the terrain of the gorge may be slippery in wet weather.
- Picnic area near the hydroelectric ESB powerstation.
- The route is not recommended with a pushchair.
Characteristics
Characteristics
- City start
- Biel/Bienne
City end- Frinvillier
Related Routes
Related Routes
Contact
Contact
- Main contact
- Tourisme Bienne Seeland Rue Centrale 60 2501 Bienne +41 (0)32 329 84 84 [email protected] biel-seeland.ch
Links & PDFs
Links & PDFs
Biel/Bienne
Zoo Biel
Restaurant des Gorges
Biel/Bienne - Frinvillier
Biel/Bienne - Frinvillier