Taubenloch

Taubenloch is a canyon extending roughly 2 kilometers between Frinvillier and Bözingen, with the Suze river flowing through steep limestone cliffs. The rock walls flanking the waterway create a striking geological formation with diverse stone layers.

Since 1532, this gorge served as one of the few natural passages between the Swiss Plateau and the Jura mountains, connecting Roman roads from Aventicum toward Germanic lands. In the 19th century, walking paths were established to make this natural route accessible to visitors.

The name comes from various interpretations, including a legend about a young woman nicknamed 'die Taube' who met a tragic end in the gorge. This story continues to shape local storytelling and gives the place its distinctive character.

The gorge features maintained hiking paths established in the late 1800s, with access points at both ends making it easy to plan your visit. Wear proper footwear as the steep walls and uneven ground demand careful footing.

The gorge reaches an elevation of 448 meters and displays diverse geological formations carved by the continuous flow of the Suze river over millennia. This ongoing work by water has shaped the rock patterns and structures visible today.

Location: Biel/Bienne

Elevation above the sea: 448 m

GPS coordinates: 47.15780,7.26472

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:44