The race starts in Büsserach (420 m) via Birgel to Welschgätterli, Trogberg, and Rotmättli up to Hohe Winde (1,204 m). At the top, a stunning panorama awaits, reaching all the way to the Alps and, with a bit of luck, even the Matterhorn. The trail continues over Passwang, Vogelberg, and Ulmethöchi to Nunningerberg. Via Hirnichopf and Meltingerberg, you head along the ridge, past Thierstein Castle ruins, and straight to the finish.

The half marathon leads via Breitenbach into the upper Chaltbrunnental. From there, it goes through the wild and romantic valley up to Meltingerbrücke, past Zullwil and Nunningen to the historic Gilgenberg Castle, and further up to Meltingerberg. The final section runs – just like the marathon – along the ridge to Hof Käsel, past Mettenberg, and via Lingenberg to Thierstein Castle ruins. From there, it's just a few meters to the finish line.