Thinking there must be a way to put your bike on the train if you want to take a break from the biking days.
I've hiked in Switzerland and hung out at a friend's place there many years ago. Can offer info about western Switzerland, Zurich, Lucerne area, too. Driving south to Italy is also fun, but I like to drive, not everyone does!
The Alps Epic Trail Davos is the longest single downhill bike trail in Switzerland, spanning over 40 kilometers from Jakobshorn to Filisur. That sounds pretty rad.
Haven't biked in Switzerland, but rented some e-bikes in Norway and it was a blast. Never ridden one before and they aren't just something you can kick into automatic mode and ride around like a moped. You still have to pedal, but it's like bionic peddling. Funny going up hill and passing all these spandex clad, totally ripped folks on their fancy tour bikes with our big, clunky green e-bikes.
Based on your response, I'd find the cool village that I'd want to be my base. Seems like the routes are endless, it's where do you want to hang after. Do you want more German Switzerland? Italian Switzerland or French Switzerland? When we went to the Interlaaken area, there was so much to do - cool sights and activities but the food was more towards the German side which isn't necessarily my first choice. Now, we were able to find plenty to hit our palette but let's just say it wasn't Paris.
And do you want to just bike or actually do other things too? The Ice Caves are pretty cool (no pun intended) or going swimming -> I wanted to hit this spot:
Some of the best biking villages in Switzerland include those in the Aletsch Arena and along the Rhine Cycle Route, as well as other scenic biking destinations:
Aletsch Arena: This UNESCO World Heritage site features charming villages like Bettmeralp, Riederalp, and Fiescheralp, along with high-speed biking trails and a lift system.
Rhine Cycle Route: This route offers a variety of landscapes and cities, including Chur, Schaffhausen, Stein am Rhein, and Basel.
Kandersteg: This circular hike in the Kandertal offers views of the Alps' glacier landscape.
Lake Brienz tour: This circular route around Lake Brienz offers insights into the region and breaks along the shore.
Greifensee - Maur Circuit: This popular route is a loop around the Greifensee lake.
Lauterbrunnen Valley: Some say this is one of the most beautiful places to visit in the world.
Col de la Croix: This climb offers views of the Rhone Valley and the Diableret.
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Albert Hoffman?
Albert Hoffman?
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Answer of the day.
Answer of the day.
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^^^ LOL
^^^ LOL
Here's a good resource for your research: https://www.myswitzerland.com/en-us/experiences/summer-autumn/bicycle-mo...
Thinking there must be a way to put your bike on the train if you want to take a break from the biking days.
I've hiked in Switzerland and hung out at a friend's place there many years ago. Can offer info about western Switzerland, Zurich, Lucerne area, too. Driving south to Italy is also fun, but I like to drive, not everyone does!
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That's a great idea but I
That's a great idea but I hope you have ripped calves with all those hills.
I was going to do the Grindewalde First Trotti Bike but they were sold out after we did the overlook and hike. More of a tourist ride.
https://grindelwald.swiss/en/map/detail/trottibike-grindelwald-2dc67134-...
The Alps Epic Trail Davos is the longest single downhill bike trail in Switzerland, spanning over 40 kilometers from Jakobshorn to Filisur. That sounds pretty rad.
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Haven't biked in Switzerland,
Haven't biked in Switzerland, but rented some e-bikes in Norway and it was a blast. Never ridden one before and they aren't just something you can kick into automatic mode and ride around like a moped. You still have to pedal, but it's like bionic peddling. Funny going up hill and passing all these spandex clad, totally ripped folks on their fancy tour bikes with our big, clunky green e-bikes.
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That's a good link Zzz
That's a good link Zzz
So many epic climbs
would like to find a central village and just go from there
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Based on your response, I'd
Based on your response, I'd find the cool village that I'd want to be my base. Seems like the routes are endless, it's where do you want to hang after. Do you want more German Switzerland? Italian Switzerland or French Switzerland? When we went to the Interlaaken area, there was so much to do - cool sights and activities but the food was more towards the German side which isn't necessarily my first choice. Now, we were able to find plenty to hit our palette but let's just say it wasn't Paris.
And do you want to just bike or actually do other things too? The Ice Caves are pretty cool (no pun intended) or going swimming -> I wanted to hit this spot:
https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g6593255-d4155475-Reviews-...
Some of the best biking villages in Switzerland include those in the Aletsch Arena and along the Rhine Cycle Route, as well as other scenic biking destinations:
Aletsch Arena: This UNESCO World Heritage site features charming villages like Bettmeralp, Riederalp, and Fiescheralp, along with high-speed biking trails and a lift system.
Rhine Cycle Route: This route offers a variety of landscapes and cities, including Chur, Schaffhausen, Stein am Rhein, and Basel.
Kandersteg: This circular hike in the Kandertal offers views of the Alps' glacier landscape.
Lake Brienz tour: This circular route around Lake Brienz offers insights into the region and breaks along the shore.
Greifensee - Maur Circuit: This popular route is a loop around the Greifensee lake.
Lauterbrunnen Valley: Some say this is one of the most beautiful places to visit in the world.
Col de la Croix: This climb offers views of the Rhone Valley and the Diableret.
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Thanks Zzzz
Thanks Zzzz
The hard part is narrowing down the choices
The village of Realp looks like a possibility as it has three big climbs Susten Pass , Furka and Grimsel right there