The essentials at a glance
.Three Lakes Region The route is very varied. It’s flat along the shores of the lakes and through the vineyards, but there are some climbs to overcome on the round trip to Laupen. You can expect to encounter some road traffic around the towns and on the northern side of Lake Biel. However, most of the route is on quiet side roads and partly on unpaved field and forest paths.
TOUR DESCRIPTION Lake Biel, Lake Murten and Lake Neuchâtel are the main attractions on this cycling tour through the Three Lakes region. Vast vegetable-growing areas, fragrant vineyards, stunning hills shaped by glaciers, river valleys and a fjord-like reservoir set this diverse region between the Jura and the Alps apart from the rest. Countless bird species nest on the lakes and rivers here and, at the south-eastern tip of Lake Neuchâtel, the Grande Cariçaie, which is Switzerland’s largest contiguous wetland, never fails to enchant visitors with its rich flora and fauna. Indeed, the stiff sedge sour grass species is just as much at home here as kingfishers and beavers are. The picturesque old towns of Murten and Laupen are steeped in history, while Yverdon-les-Bains is known for its spa culture, which was even popular with the Romans. Speaking of bathing … on what other cycling tour will you find so many inviting bodies of water to cool off in as on your journey through the Three Lakes region?
Itinerary
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Contemplete Biel
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2 Biel – Murten Details: ca. 46.5 km 215 m 210 m
The charming bilingual town of Biel lies on the lake of the same name, nestled among the foothills of the Jura mountains. It’s here, at the gateway to the Three Lakes Region, where your journey through the delightful lake landscape begins. The small medieval town of Murten on the south-eastern shore of Lake Murten has retained its original character with picturesque old town streets, cosy arcades and an almost complete city rampart.
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Details: ca. 50 km 435 m 435 m
A scenic circular tour between Lake Murten and the Saane Valley awaits you today. Starting and ending in Murten, you’ll cycle via Golaten in the Bern-Fribourg border region, then along the Saane to Laupen in the canton of Bern. The charming old town with its covered arcades and pretty Läubli hou ses is a delight to explore. The route takes you back to Murten through the gentle, glacier-formed hills of Fribourg, with its fjord-like Lake Schiffenen.
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Details: ca. 52 km 290 m 300 m
Today takes you from medieval Murten to the spa town of Yverdon-les-Bains. On the way, you’ll pass the castle of Avenches, which was the capital of Roman Helvetia back in the day. Your route then takes you through the Broye plain and runs south along Lake Neuchâtel. Over 100 species of birds nest in the Grande Cariçaie, the 400 km long marsh and reed belt on the southern shore. Soon, you’ll reach Yverdon-les-Bains, located in the floodplain where the Thielle tributary and Lake Neuchâtel converge.
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Details: ca. 41 km 280 m 280 m
A beautiful tour along the shores of Lake Neuchâtel from the spa town of Yverdon-les-Bains to char ming Neuchâtel awaits you today. On this stage at the foot of the Jura mountains, you’ll be surrounded by fragrant wine-growing areas such as Bonvillars, romantic winegrowing villages, castles and palaces. Indulge in an ice cream or a delicious fish dish in one of the charming restaurants right by the lake, or maybe take a refreshing dip in one of the lidos or bays.
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Details: ca. 32 km 250 m 275 m
From the lively town of Neuchâtel, today’s final stage takes you to Lake Biel, before leading you along its northern shore. The enchanting views of Chasseral to the left and across the water to St. Peter’s Island to the right will stay with you forever. Reaching Biel, at the northern end of the lake, marks the end of your tour.
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Departure or extension
Tour character
.Three Lakes Region The route is very varied. It’s flat along the shores of the lakes and through the vineyards, but there are some climbs to overcome on the round trip to Laupen. You can expect to encounter some road traffic around the towns and on the northern side of Lake Biel. However, most of the route is on quiet side roads and partly on unpaved field and forest paths.
Payment option: You can pay it in 2 installments - We can invoice you monthly. The total amount costs MUST be paid 60 days prior to departure.
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Hotel: 4* & Middle Class
Prices per person in Double room in USD
Surcharge Single Room USD 422
Services & Information
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Included ·
Accommodation as mentioned incl. breakfast ·
Daily luggage transfer (1 piece of luggage per person, max. 20 kg) · Subsidy for arrival by train ·
Carefully elaborated route description ·
Digital travel documents incl. navigation app · SwitzerlandMobility-Plus subscription for one year ·
Service hotline
Note:
Tourist tax, if due, is not included in the price
Reservation fee of CHF 20.- per adult (incl. legally required customer money protection)
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ARRIVAL | DEPARTURE ·
Arrival in Biel by public transport. · Departure from Biel by public transport.
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Travel documents "digital"
We reduce the amount of printed documents. You will receive instructions to help you find your way around using the Eurotrek Travel Guide App. We provide you with further information online.
In advance you will receive a small package of documents with the following contents:
Your travel program
Luggage tags
Description of how to use the app
Any vouchers
The Travel Guide App will help you find your way around. In addition to your digital map, you will find further information about your booked trip. The app is also available offline, simply download the trip in advance.
Our Rentals Bikes
Rental bike cost (Entire trip)
27 speed country bike: U& 210,00
E-bike 25km/h: U$ 377,00
27-speed Country Bike
Our 27-gear, Tour de Suisse branded country bike is a robust and comfortable touring bike.
S = 44 cm (150 - 172 cm)
M = 50 cm (172 - 186 cm)
L = 56 cm (186 - 196 cm)
Electric bike 25 km/h
Our Flyer C8.1 features a high level of comfort, easy handling and state-of-the-art technology. NB: minimum age 16 years (or 14 years with moped licence)
XS = 41cm (bis 160cm)
S = 45cm (160-170cm)
M = 50cm (170-180cm)
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