Trails in the Canton of Basel-Landschaft

The canton of Basel-Landschaft occupies the first steps of the Jura, between the Rhine plain and the ridges that mark the border with Solothurn. Around Liestal, the valleys of the Ergolz and its tributaries carve out a landscape of plateaus and limestone cliffs. The highest point, the Hinteri Egg, comes close to 1,170 m 🌲. Everywhere, farms and orchards are a reminder that the region remains deeply rural. The trails marked in yellow link the villages together, which makes it easy to improvise loops.

For a trail run in the canton of Basel-Landschaft, there is no shortage of paths. The ridges of the Sissacher Flue offer viewpoints over the valley, while the Wasserfallen area strings together steep climbs and technical descents. Around Arlesheim, the Hermitage and its ponds make for a romantic route at the foot of the cliffs 🌿. In spring, blossoming cherry trees whiten the hillsides, and autumn colors the beech forests russet. In winter, the often dry trails let you keep running when the Alps are under snow.

The Finishers trail calendar does not yet list any event in the canton, but the neighboring areas make up for it. In Ajoie, Les Courses du Mont-Terrible start from Porrentruy on April 11, 2027 ⛰️. In Aarau, the Aare Lauf / Aare Trail follows the river on June 13, 2027. On the Alsace side, the Course du Tilleul brings Burnhaupt-le-Haut to life on June 26, 2027. For more ideas, check out the trails in Switzerland, the trails in the canton of Solothurn or the trails in the canton of Basel-Stadt.

Every winter, Liestal lights up during the Chienbäse, a parade where flaming carts roll through the old town 🔥. An electric atmosphere that makes you want to run fast! Whether it's your first nature race or a tougher course, the Baselbiet has a trail for every desire 😉. And to celebrate your race, a basket of local cherries is still the best trophy.