North–South Cycle Route

North-South Route

North–South Cycle Route

A collection of 15 cycling routes.

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A clean north-to-south traverse with distance for days: about 356 km total, with roughly 7,100 m of climbing and 5,900 m of descent. It’s mostly paved (a lot of asphalt), but you’ll hit some gravel, cobbles, and short track or path sections too. Expect a mix of quiet roads, cycleways, and a few busier stretches.

Great for touring or gravel bikes with 32–40 mm tires. Break it into 4–7 stages for a relaxed tour, or dip into individual sections for day rides. Traffic and surfaces change along the way, so pick your lines, stay visible, and ride what feels good.

Use it as a straight north–south link or the backbone for local loops. Pack snacks, enjoy the shifting scenery, and settle into that steady, long-haul rhythm.

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Duration
355.6 km
Distance
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Avg. speed
7,066 m
Ascent
5,917 m
Descent

North–South Cycle Route

Routes in this collection

All 15 routes in this collection can be opened on the map or in the Bikemap App for more details, where you can adjust them in the route planner, or download them as GPX or KML file. Use them as a template for planning your own rides, or let Bikemap navigate you along them directly.

Percorso Nord-Sud - Tappa 7
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Percorso Nord-Sud - Tappa 7

Cycling route in Bioggio, Canton Ticino, Switzerland

From Bioggio near Lugano, roll north through Ticino’s valleys and climb gently over Monte Ceneri before cruising into Monte Carasso by Bellinzona. About 33 km with ~460 m up, mostly on quiet paved roads. Finish near the Carasc Tibetan bridge and the Mornera cable car if you’ve got time to explore. …
32.9 km
Distance
459 m
Ascent
381 m
Descent
Riva San Vitale–Agno (Tappa 8)
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Riva San Vitale–Agno (Tappa 8)

Cycling route in Riva San Vitale, Canton Ticino, Switzerland

Start by Lake Lugano in Riva San Vitale, at the foot of Monte San Giorgio. Cruise through lakeside villages toward Agno, mixing quiet roads with a few busier stretches. About 26 km with roughly 300 m of climbing, mostly on asphalt with the odd gravel patch. Easy to moderate pace, plenty of lake vie…
26.4 km
Distance
306 m
Ascent
298 m
Descent
EV5 Switzerland – Stage 8: Mendrisio to Riva San Vitale
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EV5 Switzerland – Stage 8: Mendrisio to Riva San Vitale

Cycling route in Mendrisio, Canton Ticino, Switzerland

A short EV5 hop from Mendrisio to Riva San Vitale. Roll out past Mendrisio’s vineyards and old town, then cruise toward Lake Lugano with a gentle 85 m climb and an easy finish. Mostly paved and on quiet streets, with a couple busier stretches—ideal for a relaxed spin. Grab a view of Monte San Giorg…
5.1 km
Distance
85 m
Ascent
18 m
Descent
EuroVelo 5: Novazzano to Maslianico – Stage 8
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EuroVelo 5: Novazzano to Maslianico – Stage 8

Cycling route in Novazzano, Canton Ticino, Switzerland

Short border hop from Novazzano in Ticino to Maslianico in Lombardy. About 5.8 km, mostly asphalt, on quiet roads, and mostly downhill—easy cruising into Italy. Look out for village lanes and glimpses toward the Como area as you roll in. Perfect as a warm-up or link to Como/Cernobbio. Remember an I…
5.8 km
Distance
53 m
Ascent
148 m
Descent
EuroVelo 5: Lodrino to Bellinzona
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EuroVelo 5: Lodrino to Bellinzona

Cycling route in Lodrino, Canton Ticino, Switzerland

Easy spin from Lodrino down the valley to Bellinzona. About 17 km, mostly flat with a slight net descent, on quiet roads and bike paths with a few short gravel bits. Follow the Ticino plain and roll into Bellinzona, Ticino's capital, known for its three UNESCO castles—perfect for a gelato and a qui…
17.4 km
Distance
79 m
Ascent
41 m
Descent
EuroVelo 5: Biasca–Lodrino (Stage 6)
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EuroVelo 5: Biasca–Lodrino (Stage 6)

Cycling route in Biasca, Canton Ticino, Switzerland

Short valley spin in Ticino from Biasca, where the Blenio and Leventina valleys meet, over to Lodrino in the Riviera. Mostly smooth asphalt and quiet roads, with a couple brief busy stretches—take care. About 6.7 km with gentle ups and downs, mountain views, and the Ticino river nearby. A handy con…
6.7 km
Distance
68 m
Ascent
45 m
Descent
Percorso Nord-Sud - Tappa 6
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Percorso Nord-Sud - Tappa 6

Cycling route in Biasca, Canton Ticino, Switzerland

Quick valley spin from Biasca to Bodio on EuroVelo 5/North-South Route. Roll out of Biasca, where the Santa Petronilla waterfall tumbles above town, then follow the Ticino through the Leventina on mostly quiet roads. It's short and mostly flat with a gentle rise and a few easy drops. Expect some mi…
6.4 km
Distance
101 m
Ascent
69 m
Descent
EuroVelo 5: Bodio–Airolo (Stage 6)
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EuroVelo 5: Bodio–Airolo (Stage 6)

Cycling route in Bodio, Canton Ticino, Switzerland

Steady climb from Bodio up the Leventina to Airolo, gateway to the Gotthard. About 35 km with roughly 1,400 m of ascent, mostly paved, with some busy valley-road sections—ride single file and stay alert. Expect river views, the historic rail line nearby, and classic Ticino villages. Refuel in Faido…
34.6 km
Distance
1,426 m
Ascent
577 m
Descent
Airolo–Andermatt (Nord-Süd-Route Etappe 5)
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Airolo–Andermatt (Nord-Süd-Route Etappe 5)

Cycling route in Airolo, Canton Ticino, Switzerland

From Airolo in Ticino, tackle the classic Gotthard Pass via the Tremola’s tight cobbled switchbacks. It’s short but stout: about 26 km with roughly 1,270 m of climbing to ~2,100 m. All paved, with long cobblestone stretches and big alpine views. After the summit, roll down to Andermatt in the Urser…
25.6 km
Distance
1,269 m
Ascent
1,001 m
Descent
EV5: FlĂĽelen to Bauen
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EV5: FlĂĽelen to Bauen

Cycling route in FlĂĽelen, Canton of Uri, Switzerland

Short lakeside hop on EuroVelo 5 from FlĂĽelen, gateway to the Gotthard, to the tiny waterfront village of Bauen. Smooth cycleway, some roadside bits, and a couple of punchy climbs as you hug the Urnersee. Big views, blue water, and a coffee at the harbor to wrap it up.
4.6 km
Distance
222 m
Ascent
184 m
Descent
EuroVelo 5: Bauen to Buochs
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EuroVelo 5: Bauen to Buochs

Cycling route in Bauen, Canton of Uri, Switzerland

Start by the water in tiny Bauen on the Urnersee, then climb hard above Lake Lucerne for big views. Roll through quiet villages and forest lanes, then drop back to the lakeshore toward Nidwalden. This EV5 stretch mixes cycleways and roads; expect steady climbing and quick descents. Finish in Buochs…
70.9 km
Distance
1,695 m
Ascent
1,730 m
Descent
Nord-SĂĽd-Route - Etappe 2
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Nord-SĂĽd-Route - Etappe 2

Cycling route in Emmen, Canton of Lucerne, Switzerland

Stage 2 of the Nord-Süd-Route links Emmen, just outside Lucerne, to Aarau on the Aare. About 62 km with roughly 360 m up and a little more down, it’s a steady ride on mostly paved quiet roads, with a few gravel sections and farm tracks. Expect a mix of cycleways and country lanes, easy navigation a…
61.9 km
Distance
359 m
Ascent
401 m
Descent
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