Guided Rides in the Swiss Alps
Lakeside to Mountain Peak. Allez-y!
Discover the unique beauty of the UNESCO Lavaux Terraces of Lake Geneva and climb iconic mountain passes with Lausanne Bike Tours. Whether you're a seasoned cyclist or a beginner, our experienced guides will ensure an unforgettable experience with breathtaking views of the Swiss Alps.
Lausanne Bike Tours
From the Shores of Lake Geneva to Alpine Passes
At Lausanne Bike Tours, we are passionate about providing exceptional cycling experiences in the Swiss Alps. Our locally based guides will take the hassle out of route planning. We've ridden the climbs, done the descents and most importantly done a recce of the cafe stops. You get to ride the stunning scenery and conquer the famous mountain passes. We set the pace and design the route according to your experience and ability, we have the perfect tour for you and your friends. Allez-y!
Weekend Itinerary
A long weekend tour based out of Lausanne, Switzerland - La Capitale Olympique. Ride anytime from mid-May till the end of October
Day 1 - The Lavaux and The Riviera
Panoramic route traversing The Lavaux - a UNESCO World Heritage area - riden by the TdF in 2022. The route takes us through the wine villages and terraces before dropping down to Vevey. Mount Pélerin is the local climb or the H/C Col de Jaman looming above Montreux can be a more demanding option. A 60-80km cafe cruise.
Day 2 - Col de la Croix Loop
Leaving Lausanne we ride across The Lavaux and the Montreux Riviera past the famous Château de Chillon before picking up The Rhone Valley and heading to the UCI Velodrome for a coffee stop. Then the iconic climb of the Vaud Alps - the 22km ascent of the Col de la Croix via the ski resort of Villars with stunning views of Les Diablerets. We descend to Aigle via Ormont-Dessus and return to Lausanne by train. A 120km/2000m - 8 hour ride with stops.
Day 3 - Col de Mosses Loop
From the shores of Lake Geneva we gradually climb through the Lavaux Terrraces, the Fribourg Pre-Alp meadows and the Gruyère Naturpark to take on the Col de Mosses - a 14km Cat 2 climb riden in the TdF and Tour de Suisse. At the summit we have a swooping 24km run down to Aigle where we return to Lausanne by train. A 120km/2000m - 8 hour ride with stops.
Tour overview
The cycling is a short trip from Geneva Airport with great flight times from both Heathrow and Gatwick. It's an easily-doable trip to fit in across a long weekend.
If driving then Lausanne is a reliable 8 hours from Calais. Aim to arrive Thursday - you can be on the road back on Sunday afternoon having ridden in the morning if needs be.
All routes are flexible to accommodate your cycling group's ability. Extra days can be added if you wish an extended visit.
Rides tailored to you and your friends
At Lausanne Bike Tours we provide you and your friends the opportunity to experience some fantastic cycling. The long weekend is easily adaptable to additional days or alternative routes.
You and your friends
Our aim is to provide you and your friends with a memorable experience - ideally for groups of 4-8 riders. The main rides are pitched at the level of a tough sportive - these are easily adaptable to a range of abilities.
Your Guide
Scott - this is me after coming to grief on the Tour de Flanders. Originally from South Shields I've been resident in Switzerland for 2 years. I've ridden the climbs, done the descents and most importantly know cafe stops.
Lausanne
Capitale Olympique and Switzerland's fourth biggest city nestled on the shores of Lake Geneva. A great place to explore when not on your bike. The Olympic Museum is a must for sports enthusiasts or just relax at one of the many lakeside lidos.
Travel
Lausanne is a reliable 8 hour drive from Calais. If driving aim to arrive Thursday. You can ride Sunday morning and make the late crossing in Calais.
Geneva Airport - with its great flight times from London makes it an easily-doable trip to fit in across a long weekend.
Logistics
If flying in we can arrange to transport bike boxes to and from your accommodation. Or alternatively bike hire with a local bike shop is available.
A minibus for airport transfer for your group can be arranged.
We aim to maximise your days on the bike and minimise any time needed off.
Accommodation
You can use our accommodation partner - a 3 star hotel in central Lausanne with twin rooms.
Or if you prefer to source your own we are entirely flexible.
Tailored Rides
Thanks to the peerless Swiss rail system - a range of other rides are possible. These rides are at the more challenging end of what we offer and are for regular club riders. The routes are all 6-7 hours in the saddle. With cafe stops 8+ hours.
Sanetsch Pass
From the floor of the Rhone Valley a 24km ascent with 1700m of height gain. The last 4km of the climb are all above 2000m - the peak being at 2252m. We descend via a telecabine with bikes slung on the back into the Saane Valley from where we can continue to Gstaad and back to Aigle via the Col de Mosses.
Juanpass and Mittelberg
We ride to Montreux and take the Golden Pass train to Château'd'Œx then ride a stunning loop through amazing scenery. Both climbs are about 10km - they're not the longest or steepest but possibly the most stunning for the views. We can return by train to Montreux of if legs allow climb Les Mosses and enjoy the 24km descent into Aigle. Our favourite route.
Forclaz and Émosson
The route of the 2016 TdF. From Martigney we immediately climb the Col de Forclaz, descend into the Trient valley and then climb up to Émosson. There is an option to continue up to Vieux Émosson at 2200m. We return to Martigney on The Mont-Blanc Express - one of the most amazing train journeys in Europe.
Col de la Croix de Coeur
From Martigney we ride along the Rhone Valley before taking on the iconic climb of the Valais Alps - recently ridden in The Giro. After cresting at 2173m we descend into the chic resort of Verbier and back down to the Rhone Valley.
Tour Information
If you have any questions - please contact us.
What's Included
- Fully guided rides
- Stunning routes
- Mountain air
- Fantastic experience
What's Not
- Accommodation/Food
- Travel expenses
- Insurance
- Support vehicle
Prices - group size
upto 4 riders - 200CHF/day
upto 6 riders - 250CHF/day
upto 8 riders - 300CHF/day
Travel Insurance
Switzerland operates an insurance based health system. The Global Health Insurance Card is NOT an alternative to travel insurance. Make sure you have the appropriate level of cover.
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