Camp SOAY
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Camping in Solothurn

Camp SOAY

Switzerland-4710 Balsthal
In our little oasis in the heart of the Thal Nature Park, you'll find the perfect basecamp for excursions around Balsthal and the surrounding wilderness. Although the camp is centrally located in the village (expect some typical village sounds!), it offers plenty of space and nature. You can watch our colorful mix of farm animals (now without a rooster!) all day long—there's always something going on! It's also ideal for two small families with two tents, campers, or trailers. XXL rigs are welcome. The camp is located right at the train and bus hub; the outdoor pool, shopping, and restaurants/takeaways are all within walking distance. Balsthal is the gateway to the Jura mountains; leisure activities such as the Langenbruck climbing park, summer toboggan run, hiking in the Thal Nature Park, two mini-golf courses, an indoor pool, and bowling are all in the immediate vicinity. In our 'Buureschränkli' (farm cupboard), we offer various seasonal organic products for sale: local beer, dried meat, and honey; jam, apple cider, and eggs directly from the farm. For colder days, local Swedish torches are also available. Various dining options: an Italian-run restaurant right next door (highly recommended: pizza or fritto misto), a kiosk with fresh croissants and coffee in the morning, a gas station shop at the entrance to the village, and various shops and restaurants in the village center.
What makes this place special
Thomas about the place
  • An oasis in the village
  • Wildlife watching
  • The perfect starting point for countless excursions!
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Your host
Thomas
Top HostHost since 6 years
Speaks German
Camp overview & facilities
Toilet next to camp (≤ 5 min.)
Regular Toilet
Waterless Toilet
Regular Shower
Outdoor shower
Power available
Power is included in price
Small devices only
Access for camping vehicles
Extension cord required
Fireplace available at camp
A grill grate is available
Firewood is sold on site
Drinking water
Kitchen
Picnic table
Covered common area
Waste disposal
Dishwasher
Washing machine
Heating
Sauna
Pool
Hot tub
Grey water disposal
Black water disposal
Dogs welcome
Dog camp
Dogs only on leash
Children welcome
Children's camp
Wi-Fi
Mobile reception

Offers from Thomas

You pick them in the next step – included extras are already part of your stay.
Booking information
Check-in
from 15:00 | latest 23:00
Max. 4 guests per pitch
Check-out
until 14:00
Max. 1 vehicles
Overnight stays
Min: 1 nights | Max: 7 nights
Self check-inAll for yourself
You can cancel up to 10 days before the latest check-in time on the arrival day. The refund includes the booking amount minus 1.5x the displayed Nomady fee. The cutoff is the latest check-in time of this spot — not midnight. Cancellations apply to the entire booking including extra products. Partial cancellations are not possible. Cancellations are only accepted via the designated cancellation tool. Verbal or written agreements cannot be taken into account. You can find out how to cancel in our FAQs.
Rules
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QUIET HOURS: Please observe reduced noise levels from 10 PM onwards.
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If no new guests are expected on the day of departure, a late checkout can be arranged upon request.
Notes
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Also suitable for extra-long campers/caravan combinations
Surroundings & Activities
Winter access
The camp is easily accessible by car even in winter (except during prolonged periods of wet weather).
Underground
Gravel/wood chips
Bakery
Farm shop
Café
Restaurant
Alp
Shopping facilities
A train station kiosk offering fresh croissants, coffee, ice cream, and more is right next door. Coop & Migros supermarkets are within walking distance. There's also a highly recommended Italian restaurant right next door (closed Mondays and Tuesdays).
Forest
Meadow
River
Lake
Mountains
Farm
Road
shady
Village charm, enchanting forests, scenic hiking trails, majestic castles and ruins, a fantastic swimming lake, bison in the Thal Nature Park, and the Sikipark nearby!
Biking
Hiking
Climbing
SUP
Swimming
Fishing
Animal watching
Adventure park/rope park, summer toboggan run, Jura flying school (delta and paragliding), two mini-golf courses, and bowling in the village.
Skiing
Cross-country skiing
Winter hiking
Snowshoeing
Sledding
Ski touring
Ice skating
Igloo building
Hockey
Reviews (38)
4.7
Thomas has created a little paradise right in the center of Balsthal. Upon arrival, everything was shown and explained to us in a very friendly manner. You immediately feel welcome. We were also already advised at this point that it isn't completely quiet at night. You'll find everything you need here, and anyone who likes being centrally located will be really happy. Unfortunately, the night was even louder than I had expected 🫣 I probably wouldn't sleep in a rooftop tent here again. Therefore, I unfortunately have to deduct one star. I'm genuinely sorry about it because Thomas really is a wonderful and warm host. But in my view, it wouldn't be fair to other places otherwise. In my opinion, the price is also on the higher side compared to other spots.
We received a very warm welcome. We really enjoyed our stay.
The campsite is idyllic; our child really enjoyed the animals and the specially provided sand pits. The toilet, outdoor shower, and recycling area are practical and clean. The site is located right next to the train station, which is very convenient for getting coffee in the morning, going out for dinner, or exploring the area by postal bus. Consequently, there is a certain level of background noise (we were in a tent; I assume you hear almost nothing in a camper). Although we didn't meet in person, Thomas was easy to reach for questions and was very accommodating and friendly. Thank you very much for the pleasant stay!
Thank you for the chicken eggs
We had a lovely few days with you. Thanks again.
After continuing our trip and staying at various campsites with showers, we had to conclude that your price of CHF 68.- is too expensive.
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