Mountain races in the canton of Basel-Landschaft

It's easy to picture the canton of Basel-Landschaft as a mere green suburb of Basel. Big mistake: south of Liestal, the terrain rises sharply toward the ridges of the Jura. The Hinteri Egg, the canton's highest point, reaches nearly 1,170 m, and the cliffs of the Belchenflue tower over the valley 🏔️. On clear days, the views stretch all the way to the Alps, a choice reward after the effort.

For a mountain race in the canton of Basel-Landschaft, there's no shortage of climbs. From Reigoldswil, the Wasserfallen trail climbs relentlessly through the forest. The ridges of the Sissacher Flue offer short but steep slopes, ideal for repeats, to be strung together until your thighs beg for mercy. The more rugged trails of the Laufental mix roots and limestone slabs 🪨. Spring and autumn remain the ideal seasons, when the cooler air makes the ascents more pleasant. In summer, setting out early in the morning lets you enjoy the undergrowth before the heat.

The Finishers mountain race calendar doesn't yet list any event in the canton. Close by, Les Courses du Mont-Terrible offers demanding routes around Porrentruy on April 11, 2027 ⛰️. In the Emmental, the Napf-Marathon climbs from Trubschachen on October 10, 2027. Further south, the Swiss Highlands Trail offers grand landscapes around Gstaad on September 25, 2027. For more ideas, check out the mountain races in Switzerland or the mountain races in the canton of Jura.

The Baselbiet is renowned for its cherries, picked in June on the sunny hillsides 🍒. A natural, sweet and colorful aid station for summer outings. Whether it's a first steep climb or a ridge route, it's up to you to choose your summit! 🥾 Once you're up there, take the time to admire the Rhine plain stretching out at your feet.