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The Rhone Route

From Oberwald to Geneva, discover the variety of Swiss landscapes
  • Duration 7 days
  • Activity Biking
  • Holiday among adults
  • Theme rivers and canals, countryside, wineries
1255€

Information : The Rhone Route

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Presentation

Discover the charm of the villages of the Goms Valley, the romanticism of the Binn Valley and the vast expanses of the Rhone Valley. And finally, you will fall under the spell of Lake Geneva with its castles, its vineyards, its mundane towns and its lively lakeside. There are few trips that reveal so many facets of Switzerland.

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  • A flat circuit with a descending profile
  • The vineyards of Lavaux
  • The castle of Chillon
  • The lake of Geneva

Program : The Rhone Route

  • D1 Arrival in Oberwald

    Oberwald is the highest village in the Goms region and the starting point of your tour. Take advantage of the end of the day to stroll through this Valais village with its picturesque houses and narrow streets. Then take the opportunity to admire the sunset over the many valleys around.

    Free diner and night in a 3* hotel.

  • D2 From Oberwald to Brig

    50 km with +620m -1300m altitude change

    The Upper Valais region invites you to discover the extent of nature, authenticity, and heritage of the region. This valley offers a mosaic of authentic panoramas: forests, plains, villages.

    Free diner and night in a 3* hotel.

  • D3 From Brig to Sierre

    42 km with +170m -320m altitude change

    On your third day through the beautiful Valais region, you have the opportunity to explore the peaceful main valley as it widens and reveals its rocky slopes. Pedal enthusiastically between Leuk and Sierre, turning off the Rhone road to cross the famous vineyards and reach a winery. A wine tasting awaits you, offering a taste of the richness and diversity of the Valais terroir. You will then drive back to the majestic castles of Sion.

    Free diner and night in a 3* hotel.

  • D4 From Sierre to Martigny

    44 km with +120m -180m altitude change

    Sion, this charming place in the Valais, beams with pride as it displays its majestic historic castles, churches and elegant mansions. This city is situated in the heart of a breathtaking landscape of vineyards, contrasting beautifully with the high mountain landscape of the Dents-du-Midi which dominates the lower Rhone valley.

    Free diner and night in a 3* hotel.

  • D5 From Martigny to Montreux

    48 km with +190m -280m altitude change

    During your tour along the Rhone, you will fall under the spell of the majestic landscapes offered by the heights of Martigny. As you go along, you will discover Lake Geneva and the imposing castle of Chillon.

    Free diner and night in a 3* hotel.

  • D6 From Montreux to Nyon

    42 km with +580m -580m altitude change

    On your sixth day of cycling, you are accompanied by the magnificent setting of Lake Geneva. Surrounded by snow-capped peaks and the Lavaux vineyards, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, enjoy this peaceful setting while strolling along the shores of this majestic lake.
    This day is punctuated by a pleasant stroll of about 20 to 30 kilometers, with light ascents and descents, to allow you to fully enjoy the panorama offered. 

    Free diner and night at the hostel.

     

     

  • D7 From Nyon to Geneva

    Between 30 and 60 km with +235/615m -255/605m

    As you progress on this last leg of your bike ride, the riverbanks become less accessible, leaving room for large villas and impressive yachts that adorn the landscape. Geneva gradually takes shape on the horizon with its lively boulevards and its famous water jet that rises 140 meters high. Once you arrive in the city, your cycling vacation on the Rhone River comes to an end.

    Free diner and night in a 4* hotel.

  • D8 Departure

    Departure after breakfast.

Tariffs high season

From May 04th to September 27th, departure every day

In double or family room

Adult : 1290 €
Junior (15 - 17 years) :  1160 €
Child (6 - 14 years) : 980 €
Baby (0 - 5 years) : 15 €

In single room

1760 €

Solo traveller

1760 €

Tariffs low season

From September 28th to October 13th, departure every day

In double or family room

Adult :  1255 €
Junior (15 - 17 years) : 1130 €
Child (6 - 14 years) : 945 €
Baby (0 - 5 years) : 15 €

In single room

1710 €

Solo traveller

1710 €

What's included ?

  • 6 nights and breakfasts in a ** hotel
  • Wine tasting in Varen
  • Luggage pick-up at the train station if arriving by train
  • Voucher for arrival by train
  • Luggage transport
  • Route book and maps
  • Technical and logistic assistance

Optional

  • Bike rental from:
    • Adult: 155 €
    • Child: 120 €
  • Electric power bike for adult or junior: 325 €

What's non included ?

  • Diners
  • Return from Geneva to Oberwald
  • Local taxes to be paid on site
  • Drinks and extras
  • Round trip from your home to the first accommodation on the tour
  • Optional insurances

technical characteristics

Itinerant bike tour, without a guide

Daily stages : between 30 km and 65 km, that is to say 1h30 to 3h of bicycle per day according to your rhythm

Elevation gain : between 60m and 600m per day

Altitude of the circuit : between 235m at the lowest point and 1300m at the highest point.

Type of roads : Bike paths, vineyard roads and small quiet country roads

Type of bike required : All terrain bikes

Organisation

The walks focus on discovery rather than sport. Your luggage is transported from one accommodation to another by our care and a route booklet accompanies you throughout your stay. We also provide logistical and technical assistance.

The accommodations have been chosen for their atmosphere, their quality of welcome, their architecture and their environment.

N.B.: the accommodations described above are given as an indication and are likely to be modified according to their availability at the time of the final reservation.

The tour is proposed without evening meals. There are many different ways to eat at the different stages.

Access

By car

Highway A9, exit 31 Gampel-Steg, then follow the Road 9 direction Oberwald Road 19

By air

Geneva airport

By train

Oberwald station

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  • Journey to the heart of the Valais mountains, then enjoy the gentle pace of life on the shores of Lake Geneva, with plenty to see, eat and drink.

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