Areuse–Emme–Sihl Cycle Route

L’Areuse–Emme–Sihl

Areuse–Emme–Sihl Cycle Route

A collection of 13 cycling routes.

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Overview

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Cross Switzerland west to east along the Areuse, Emme and Sihl. This long-distance ride links the Neuchâtel area with the Zürich region, rolling from lakeshore paths and vineyards into the green hills of the Emmental and down the Sihl valley.

Expect about 260 km of riding with roughly 2,800 m of climbing. Surfaces are mostly paved, with regular stretches of gravel and farm tracks, so a touring or gravel bike is ideal. The route favors quiet roads and paths, with a few short busier sections.

Break it into stages or pick a favorite section: river valleys for easy miles, undulating country between Bern’s Emmental and the Zürich area for more of a workout. You’ll get a neat French‑to‑German Switzerland transition, plenty of small towns for coffee stops, and big scenery without high‑alpine exposure.

Best from spring to autumn. Pack for mixed surfaces and changing weather, and enjoy a relaxed, scenic traverse across the Swiss Plateau.

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Duration
262.7 km
Distance
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Avg. speed
2,866 m
Ascent
2,498 m
Descent

Areuse–Emme–Sihl Cycle Route

Routes in this collection

All 13 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.

L’Areuse–Emme–Sihl – Etappe 2: Ins–Ins
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L’Areuse–Emme–Sihl – Etappe 2: Ins–Ins

Cycling route in Ins, Canton of Bern, Switzerland

Short, flat stage at Ins: about 3.4 km mostly on quiet roads and country tracks (mostly paved). Ideal as a short detour in the Seeland region, with views towards Lake Biel and vineyards. Start and finish are in Ins; minimal elevation, relaxed riding. Perfect for warming up or as a connecting stage.
3.4 km
Distance
7 m
Ascent
4 m
Descent
L'Areuse–Emme–Sihl - Etappe 2
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L'Areuse–Emme–Sihl - Etappe 2

Cycling route in Ins, Canton of Bern, Switzerland

Short, relaxed stage from Ins to Kerzers on the L’Areuse–Emme–Sihl route. Around 12 km almost flat (about 45 m ascent), mostly on quiet, paved roads – ideal for easy rolling or a family outing. In Ins, enjoy the Seeland atmosphere near Lake Biel; at the finish in Kerzers, the Papiliorama awaits if …
11.9 km
Distance
45 m
Ascent
30 m
Descent
L'Areuse–Emme–Sihl - Etappe 2
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L'Areuse–Emme–Sihl - Etappe 2

Cycling route in Kerzers, Canton of Fribourg, Switzerland

Stage 2 of the L'Areuse–Emme–Sihl route starts in Kerzers and takes you about 24 km to Bern. Slightly rolling with around 500 meters of elevation, mostly on roads and quiet paths, with some gravel sections. From Seeland, you roll towards the Aare – the destination is the federal city with its histo…
24.4 km
Distance
500 m
Ascent
403 m
Descent
L'Areuse–Emme–Sihl – Etappe 3: Dürrenroth–Bern
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L'Areuse–Emme–Sihl – Etappe 3: Dürrenroth–Bern

Cycling route in Dürrenroth, Canton of Bern, Switzerland

From Dürrenroth, you roll through the Emmental to Bern – the federal city on the Aare. Stage 3 of the L’Areuse–Emme–Sihl route is about 59 km long, with roughly 740 m of ascent, mostly on quiet roads, with some short sections on busier roads and a bit of gravel. In Dürrenroth, you’ll find stately f…
58.6 km
Distance
743 m
Ascent
588 m
Descent
L'Areuse–Emme–Sihl - Etappe 3
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L'Areuse–Emme–Sihl - Etappe 3

Cycling route in Huttwil, Canton of Bern, Switzerland

Short stretch from Huttwil to Dürrenroth on L’Areuse–Emme–Sihl stage 3. About 5 km with a gentle descent, highest point around 700 m. You’ll mostly roll on roads, some with traffic – so ride attentively. The landscape features typical Bernese hill country with fields and farms. Perfect for a quick …
4.9 km
Distance
25 m
Ascent
85 m
Descent
L'Areuse-Emme-Sihl - Etappe 4
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L'Areuse-Emme-Sihl - Etappe 4

Cycling route in Huttwil, Canton of Bern, Switzerland

Short stage on the L’Areuse–Emme–Sihl from Huttwil to Zell: about 8.4 km, roughly 120 m ascent and 160 m descent. Mostly quiet secondary roads, with occasional short sections of traffic. Start in Huttwil, finish in Zell. Perfect for a relaxed linking stage or an easy after-work spin.
8.4 km
Distance
122 m
Ascent
163 m
Descent
L'Areuse-Emme-Sihl - Etappe 4
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L'Areuse-Emme-Sihl - Etappe 4

Cycling route in Zell, Canton of Lucerne, Switzerland

From Zell to Hochdorf, this stage of the L’Areuse–Emme–Sihl route crosses the Lucerne countryside. About 37 km with a mostly descending profile (~270 m ascent), mainly on quiet roads. You pass through fields and villages before reaching Hochdorf, a town in the Seetal region, near Baldeggersee. Idea…
37.4 km
Distance
273 m
Ascent
372 m
Descent
L’Areuse–Emme–Sihl – Etappe 5: Baar–Hochdorf
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L’Areuse–Emme–Sihl – Etappe 5: Baar–Hochdorf

Cycling route in Baar, Canton of Zug, Switzerland

Stage 5 connects Baar (ZG) with Hochdorf in the Lucerne Seetal. Just under 32 km, about 280 meters of climbing – relaxed but not boring. Mostly quiet roads and country lanes, predominantly paved with short gravel sections. You'll ride through gentle hills and villages before arriving at Hochdorf ne…
31.7 km
Distance
279 m
Ascent
256 m
Descent
L'Areuse–Emme–Sihl - Etappe 5
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L'Areuse–Emme–Sihl - Etappe 5

Cycling route in Horgen / Allmend, Canton of Zurich, Switzerland

Short stage of the L’Areuse–Emme–Sihl: from Horgen/Allmend on Lake Zurich to Baar in the Canton of Zug. About 3.4 km with around 40 meters of elevation – relaxed and ideal as a feeder route. Start near the lake, destination in Baar close to Zug and the Höllgrotten caves. Perfect for quickly rolling…
3.4 km
Distance
40 m
Ascent
13 m
Descent
L'Areuse–Emme–Sihl - Etappe 5
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L'Areuse–Emme–Sihl - Etappe 5

Cycling route in Horgen / Oberdorf, Canton of Zurich, Switzerland

Stage 5 of the L’Areuse–Emme–Sihl takes you from Horgen Oberdorf down toward the Sihl valley, finishing at Adliswil Sood. It’s about 28 km with a gentle net descent, mostly on tracks, paths, and quiet roads, with a good mix of asphalt and gravel. Expect leafy stretches and glimpses of Lake Zurich a…
28.4 km
Distance
112 m
Ascent
176 m
Descent
L’Areuse–Emme–Sihl – Stage 2: Ins to Neuchâtel
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L’Areuse–Emme–Sihl – Stage 2: Ins to Neuchâtel

Cycling route in Ins, Canton of Bern, Switzerland

Stage 2 of L’Areuse–Emme–Sihl rolls from Ins in the Seeland to lakeside Neuchâtel. About 12 km and mostly flat, it sticks to paved quiet roads and cycleways. Expect open fields and canal-side stretches before you finish by Lake Neuchâtel’s waterfront and the old town’s cafés.
12.2 km
Distance
54 m
Ascent
50 m
Descent
L’Areuse–Emme–Sihl: Couvet to Neuchâtel
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L’Areuse–Emme–Sihl: Couvet to Neuchâtel

Cycling route in Couvet, Canton of Neuchâtel, Switzerland

Start in Couvet, heart of Val-de-Travers and birthplace of absinthe, then follow the Areuse–Emme–Sihl toward lakeside Neuchâtel. Around 32 km with some solid climbing, mostly on quiet roads and cycleways, plus a short gravel stretch. Expect Jura scenery and a rewarding drop to Lake Neuchâtel. Finis…
32.5 km
Distance
656 m
Ascent
351 m
Descent
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