Lakes Route - Zurich to Lausanne
A cycling route starting in Zürich (Kreis 6) / Oberstrass, Canton of Zurich, Switzerland.
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More about the Lakes Route:
https://www.cyclingthread.com/exploring-swiss-alps-cycling-lakes-route-in-switzerland
The Lakes Route is a 500-kilometer cycling route across postcard-like Switzerland, linking ten scenic lakes and regions such as Werdenberg, Lucerne at the foot of Mount Pilatus, Iseltwald on Lake Brienz, Gruyères, and the Lavaux vineyards above Lake Geneva. The version described starts in Zurich and finishes in Lausanne, passing through Zug, Lucerne, Meiringen, Interlaken, Spiez, and Gstaad. According to Switzerland Mobility, the route is about 510 km long with a total elevation gain of roughly 5900 m. It offers outstanding views of Alpine lakes, charming towns, and valleys, making it perfect for a multi-day journey. Many riders plan 6 to 8 days to complete the route, depending on pace and stops. Its demanding profile with climbs and descents makes it both challenging and rewarding. In the end, the Lakes Route is a well-organized and scenic cycling adventure that captures the variety of Swiss landscapes.
- 23 h 31 min
- Duration
- 341.3 km
- Distance
- 5,957 m
- Ascent
- 5,992 m
- Descent
- 14.5 km/h
- Avg. speed
- 1,285 m
- Max. altitude
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