Included: An experienced, certified local gravel cycling guide with extensive knowledge of the Bernese Alps 5-day guided gravel bike tour in Switzerland (4 days of riding) Accommodation for 4 nights in charming Swiss hotels, alpine lodges, and mountain inns (double occupancy) All meals — 4 breakfasts, 4 (picnic) lunches, 4 dinners Return transfer from Bern train station Dedicated support and transportation van Visits to various historical and cultural sites An evening of celebration On-trail mechanic support Welcome pack Add-ons (pricing shown at checkout): Single occupancy room Gravel bike or e-gravel bike rental Not included: Transportation to/from Switzerland Travel and repatriation insurance Personal drinks and souvenir purchases Guide gratuities—optional Anything not mentioned in the “Included” section above

How fit do I need to be?

To join this Switzerland cycling tour, great fitness is required , along with some experience riding a bike—gravel-specific experience is not necessary. This trip is best suited for active cyclists ready for occasionally technical sections and challenges. The most you’ll cycle in a day is up to 67 km (42 mi), with up to 1,270 m (4,167 ft) of elevation gain. The trip is built around a supportive, non-competitive spirit: we start together and we finish together. E-gravel bikes are available to rent for those who want the extra boost. Want to see what else is there in the area? Discover more bike tours in the Alps here !

What do I need to bring?

Here’s a list of the equipment you need to bring: Gravel or road bike (if not renting from your guides) Padded cycling shorts and cycling jersey Cycling shoes and helmet Lightweight layers for cool mornings and alpine descents Waterproof rain jacket Sunhat and sunglasses Water bottle or hydration pack (2L capacity) Small day pack for trail essentials Toiletries (sunscreen, lip balm, bug spray, etc.) Camera—optional

I've never ridden a gravel bike before—does it matter?

Not at all. No gravel-specific experience is needed to join this tour —your guides welcome cyclists of all backgrounds, as long as you’re comfortable on a bike and up for the adventure. The itinerary is designed to be accessible, the group sets a shared pace, and your guides are on hand the whole time to support and adjust as needed. If you prefer, you can also rent an e-gravel bike at checkout, which takes the edge off longer climbs without taking anything away from the experience.

Are bike rentals available?

Yes—your guides offer premium gravel and e-gravel bike rentals for riders who don’t have their own, would rather skip the hassle of bringing one to Switzerland, or simply want to try something new. Generally, the following models are used: the lightweight Graxx GTO (8.1 kg) and the Help e-gravel (12 kg) . Rental bikes are meticulously maintained and set up for your comfort. You can add a rental to your booking at checkout.

Group sizes and age requirements

Group sizes and pricing For this Switzerland cycling tour, the usual client-to-guide ratio is 10:1. It takes a minimum of 4 people for this tour to operate. The maximum group size is set at 20 participants. Switzerland bike tours can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements. Min. age requirements If you are older than 18, you’re good to go. Minors older than 15 may be permitted to join the Switzerland cycling tour on a case-by-case basis, but must be in the presence of a parent or legal guardian. If your group has participants under the age of 18 , contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.

Getting there and meeting location

The starting point of this Switzerland gravel bike tour is Bern , Switzerland’s federal capital. Most people fly into Zurich Airport (ZRH) or Geneva Airport (GVA) , both of which have fast and frequent direct train connections to Bern’s main station. From there, it’s a short walk or transfer to the meeting point. You will meet your guide at 11 am at Bern train station on Day 1. A return transfer back to Bern station is included on Day 5.

Safety measures and insurance

We highly recommend that you cover all your bases with insurance. To make your booking and traveling experience as carefree as possible, you’ll be offered to simply insure your trip with Redpoint at checkout. Redpoint—the official 57hours insurance partner—tailors protection packages for adventure travel, offering a comprehensive travel program, even in remote locations! Trip cancellation, natural disasters, pandemic coverage, medical evacuation, primary medical expenses—regardless of the travel interruption that may happen, Redpoint will have you covered.

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SWISS ALPS | SWITZERLAND

Swiss Alps Gravel Bike Tour: From Bern to the Gantrisch Mountains

5 days | Moderate | 5.00

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This is not a route you’d stumble onto on your own, it took years of riding around the Swiss Alps to put it together! You’ll be in good hands: a local guide who knows these mountains inside out, five days of riding through the best of the canton of Bern, and every last detail sorted. We’re talking rolling Emmental hills, deep forests, unspoiled alpine pastures, and a finale at Schwarzsee that the whole team considers the trip’s crown jewel. Steady climbs, playful descents, gourmet stops, charming villages, and beds worth coming back to. Equal parts adventure and ease—which, honestly, is exactly how we think a great trip should feel.

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Adventure Highlights

Layers of Switzerland: Each day a new landscape: medieval Bern, the Emmental, the Pre-Alps, then full alpine country—the scenery never gets old and neither does the riding
No logistics mess, just riding: With all meals, charming alpine accommodations, a certified guide, a mechanic, and a support van, everything's taken care of
Tracks you won’t find on your own: Years of exploration behind, we’re connecting the right valleys, the best gravel, and the most rewarding climbs into one journey

Duration

5 days

Season

June through September

Group size

Up to 20 people

The adventure, day by day

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A 5-day guided gravel bike tour through some of the most beautiful landscapes in the canton of Bern—rolling Emmental hills, dense forests, unspoiled alpine pastures, and a dramatic finale at Schwarzsee lake. Stages are designed for active cyclists looking to explore Switzerland at a genuine pace, with all logistics, meals, and accommodation handled. Nights are spent in hand-picked Swiss lodges and mountain inns, and a certified guide and mechanic are with the group every step of the way. Small groups of up to 10 riders keep it personal from start to finish.

Day 1: Arrival in Bern & warm-up ride

We meet at 11 am at Bern train station—Bern, Switzerland’s medieval capital with its sandstone arcades and clock towers—before settling into our base camp and sitting down for lunch together. The afternoon brings our first spin on the gravel bikes: a warm-up loop up to the Belpberg heights, with quiet backroads, smooth trails, and the first panoramic views of the Bernese Alps opening up ahead. A gentle introduction to the rhythm of the trip. In the evening, we gather at the base camp for a proper group welcome.

Meals: Lunch, dinner
Cycling: 67 km (42 mi)
Elevation: +980 m (+3,215 ft)
Accommodation: Swiss hotel, alpine lodge, or traditional inn

Day 2: From Bern to Langnau—immersion in the Emmental

We head east into the Emmental—one of Switzerland’s most iconic regions, known for its undulating green hills, lush meadows, and the large, distinctively shaped farmhouses that give the area its character. The route alternates between quiet secondary roads and smooth gravel tracks, with a coffee stop in Burgdorf, a charming historic market town, breaking up the morning. The afternoon rolls on through the Swiss countryside all the way to Langnau im Emmental. We arrive in the early evening to a well-earned aperitif and the kind of conversation that only comes after a good day in the saddle.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Cycling: 63 km (39 mi)
Elevation: +1,250 m (+4,101 ft)
Accommodation: Swiss hotel, alpine lodge, or traditional inn

Day 3: From Langnau to Längenbühl—heading into the Pre-Alps

The landscape shifts today as the Swiss Pre-Alps begin to make themselves known—the terrain grows more rugged, the views wider, the air a little sharper. We wind through Swiss forests and open alpine pastures on a varied gravel route, with a few well-placed coffee stops along the way. By afternoon, we’re well into a wilder stretch of the country, and the feeling of a proper bikepacking adventure starts to set in. We finish in Längenbühl, a peaceful spot in the foothills—a great place to rest and get ready for the most alpine day yet.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Cycling: 60 km (37 mi)
Elevation: +1,270 m (+4,167 ft)
Accommodation: Swiss hotel, alpine lodge, or traditional inn

Day 4: From Längenbühl to Schwarzsee—the alpine stage

The day everyone talks about. We head toward the Gantrisch massif, climbing gradually through Swiss forests and high alpine pastures with breathtaking views building around every bend. The ascent to the Gurnigel Pass is the key moment of the day—we stop for a well-deserved coffee at the top with panoramas spreading out across the Alps in all directions. Then the descent begins, winding down to Schwarzsee, an idyllic glacial lake nestled in the mountains with nothing but pristine nature around it. Dinner with a view of the lake closes out an unforgettable day.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation: Swiss hotel, alpine lodge, or traditional inn

Day 5: From Schwarzsee back to Bern—scenic return ride

The final day brings the full circle. We start with a rolling section along the mountains before a more sustained and playful descent back toward the plains, gradually trading alpine scenery for the familiar outskirts of Bern. We enjoy one last lunch together on the road before rolling into the city. Return to Bern from 4 pm, with the option to freshen up before heading home. Five days of stunning landscapes, physical challenge, and—above all—great company.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch

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Lodging & food

Swiss hotels, alpine lodges, & traditional inns

After each day on the gravel, we return to hand-picked Swiss hotels, alpine lodges, and traditional mountain inns—chosen for their warmth, character, and deep-rootedness in the Bernese Alps. Think cosy wood interiors, mountain views, and that particular satisfaction of a well-earned bed.

The price is based on twin-share rooms, but a single occupancy room can be arranged at an additional fee. You can add it to your booking at checkout.

Food

All meals are included throughout the trip—hearty breakfasts to power the morning’s ride, picnic-style lunches out on the trails, and convivial dinners showcasing Swiss and alpine cuisine. Local specialties, regional products, and shared tables: the food is very much part of the experience. Dietary requirements can be accommodated on request.

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Swiss Alps Gravel Bike Tour: From Bern to the Gantrisch Mountains

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Meet your guides

Seasoned pros, local legends, and passionate adventurers—your trip is in the best hands.

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Olivier

Olivier is a seasoned travel professional turned cycling adventure entrepreneur. After 13 years working internationally for a major hotel group, he traded conventional tourism for something more meaningful — crafting authentic, locally rooted experiences. His passion for gravel riding and cycling expeditions became the bridge between his two driving forces: a love of travel and the pursuit of personal challenge through sport.

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JB is a seasoned cycle adventurer with a decade of exploring China and Southeast Asia by bike. After years of roaming distant landscapes, he returned to Europe with his family in 2021 — not to settle down, but to rediscover the continent with fresh eyes and an undiminished hunger for adventure, new places, and the connections that travel makes possible.

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Aurel

Aurel calls 2021 his year of reckoning. He walked away from a career in Finance to stop deferring life and start living it — off the beaten track and fully in the present. Joining two kindred spirits in a venture built around freedom, exploration, and authentic human connection, he found a project that didn't just match his ambitions, but his values too.

What others say about this adventure

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Vincent R

I was lucky enough to take part in a trip to Switzerland — an amazing experience! The organization was flawless from start to finish, the equipment provided was top-notch, and the lodge, charmingly rustic as we love them, added a real touch of authenticity. A perfectly balanced adventure of sports, nature, and camaraderie. I highly recommend it!

Emmanuel C

The organisation is exemplary in its professionalism, with constant attention paid to every detail and every participant. The support team is attentive, caring and passionate, creating a friendly and reassuring atmosphere. The guides are highly skilled, offering outstanding technical and mental support, even for those who are new to gravel biking or are not used to this type of bike. The bikes are of impeccable quality, as is the logistical support.

Julian A

I have been fortunate enough to take part in five of this guiding company’s trips: in Switzerland, Oslo, around Mont Ventoux, in the Grands Causses and in Nice. Each experience has been exceptional. The gravel routes are magnificent, perfectly chosen and suitable for all levels. The organisation is flawless, with a team that is both professional and friendly. The accommodation and restaurants are always of a high standard. A friendly atmosphere and team spirit are guaranteed! They are the benchmark for real cycling adventures.

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Vincent R

Emmanuel C

Julian A

Christophe L

A wonderful experience in Switzerland at Gantrisch, with a fantastic team who listened to our needs and top-notch organisation.

Things to know

Included:
- - An experienced, certified local gravel cycling guide with extensive knowledge of the Bernese Alps
  - 5-day guided gravel bike tour in Switzerland (4 days of riding)
  - Accommodation for 4 nights in charming Swiss hotels, alpine lodges, and mountain inns (double occupancy)
  - All meals — 4 breakfasts, 4 (picnic) lunches, 4 dinners
  - Return transfer from Bern train station
  - Dedicated support and transportation van
  - Visits to various historical and cultural sites
  - An evening of celebration
  - On-trail mechanic support
  - Welcome pack
Add-ons (pricing shown at checkout):
- - Single occupancy room
  - Gravel bike or e-gravel bike rental
Not included:
- - Transportation to/from Switzerland
  - Travel and repatriation insurance
  - Personal drinks and souvenir purchases
  - Guide gratuities—optional
  - Anything not mentioned in the “Included” section above
To join this Switzerland cycling tour, great fitness is required, along with some experience riding a bike—gravel-specific experience is not necessary. This trip is best suited for active cyclists ready for occasionally technical sections and challenges.

The most you’ll cycle in a day is up to 67 km (42 mi), with up to 1,270 m (4,167 ft) of elevation gain. The trip is built around a supportive, non-competitive spirit: we start together and we finish together. E-gravel bikes are available to rent for those who want the extra boost.

Want to see what else is there in the area? Discover more bike tours in the Alps here!
Here’s a list of the equipment you need to bring:
- - Gravel or road bike (if not renting from your guides)
  - Padded cycling shorts and cycling jersey
  - Cycling shoes and helmet
  - Lightweight layers for cool mornings and alpine descents
  - Waterproof rain jacket
  - Sunhat and sunglasses
  - Water bottle or hydration pack (2L capacity)
  - Small day pack for trail essentials
  - Toiletries (sunscreen, lip balm, bug spray, etc.)
  - Camera—optional
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Not at all. No gravel-specific experience is needed to join this tour—your guides welcome cyclists of all backgrounds, as long as you’re comfortable on a bike and up for the adventure.

The itinerary is designed to be accessible, the group sets a shared pace, and your guides are on hand the whole time to support and adjust as needed. If you prefer, you can also rent an e-gravel bike at checkout, which takes the edge off longer climbs without taking anything away from the experience.
Yes—your guides offer premium gravel and e-gravel bike rentals for riders who don’t have their own, would rather skip the hassle of bringing one to Switzerland, or simply want to try something new.

Generally, the following models are used: the lightweight Graxx GTO (8.1 kg) and the Help e-gravel (12 kg). Rental bikes are meticulously maintained and set up for your comfort. You can add a rental to your booking at checkout.
Group sizes and pricing
- - For this Switzerland cycling tour, the usual client-to-guide ratio is 10:1.
  - It takes a minimum of 4 people for this tour to operate. The maximum group size is set at 20 participants.
Switzerland bike tours can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements.

Min. age requirements
- - If you are older than 18, you’re good to go.
  - Minors older than 15 may be permitted to join the Switzerland cycling tour on a case-by-case basis, but must be in the presence of a parent or legal guardian.
If your group has participants under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.
The price for this Switzerland cycling tour is based on twin-share rooms, but a single occupancy room can be arranged at an additional fee. You can add it to your booking at checkout.
The starting point of this Switzerland gravel bike tour is Bern, Switzerland’s federal capital. Most people fly into Zurich Airport (ZRH) or Geneva Airport (GVA), both of which have fast and frequent direct train connections to Bern’s main station. From there, it’s a short walk or transfer to the meeting point.

You will meet your guide at 11 am at Bern train station on Day 1. A return transfer back to Bern station is included on Day 5.
We highly recommend that you cover all your bases with insurance. To make your booking and traveling experience as carefree as possible, you’ll be offered to simply insure your trip with Redpoint at checkout.

Redpoint—the official 57hours insurance partner—tailors protection packages for adventure travel, offering a comprehensive travel program, even in remote locations! Trip cancellation, natural disasters, pandemic coverage, medical evacuation, primary medical expenses—regardless of the travel interruption that may happen, Redpoint will have you covered.
Deposits

Secure your spot with a 30% deposit upon booking! The remaining 70% of the trip price must be paid 90 days prior to departure at the latest. If booking within 90 days of departure, the full amount is required at the time of booking.

Cancellations

Booking fees are non-refundable after a 48-hour grace period. During checkout, however, you can choose one of 57hours’ flexibility options—Basic, Flexible, or Super Flexible. Depending on which one you choose, a different cancellation policy will apply to your booking.

Basic
- - If cancelled within 48 hours of booking, a full refund will be issued.
  - If cancelled 60 or more days before departure, a 70% refund of the total trip price will be issued.
  - If cancelled within 59 days of departure, no refund will be issued.
Flexible
- - If cancelled within 48 hours of booking, a full refund will be issued.
  - If cancelled 60 or more days before departure, a full refund of the total trip price will be issued.
  - If cancelled 30-59 days before departure, a 50% refund of the total trip price will be issued.
  - If cancelled within 29 days of departure, no refund will be issued.
Super Flexible
- - If cancelled within 48 hours of booking, a full refund will be issued.
  - If cancelled 30 or more days before departure, a full refund of the total trip price will be issued.
  - If cancelled within 29 days of departure, a 50% refund of the total trip price will be issued.

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