The Best Cycling Routes
Top 3 breathtaking cycling loops with minimal traffic in Switzerland
This article highlights three incredible loops that combine stunning scenery, thrilling climbs, and peaceful roads. Whether you're cycling through the idyllic countryside of Appenzell, tackling the high-altitude Grosse Scheidegg, or experiencing the charm of Ticino on Alpe di Neggia, these routes promise an unforgettable ride.
Schwägalp Pass - Appenzell | Road cycling route
Discover the best scenic route in the Appenzell region, featuring some of the nicest roads surrounded by picturesque fields of grass and wheat, cows wandering freely, and the stunning Säntis mountain in the background.
Gravel Route: Down the Glatt - Bulach
This route takes you from Zurich down the Glatt in direction to Bulach. It combines rolling gravel roads and some asphalt sections. Not a lot of climbing, and beautiful sections in the woods and along some vineyards.
Gravel Route: Greifensee - Gruningen - Pfannenstiel
This route takes you from Zurich over to Greifensee, toward Grüningen, and back through Pfanenstiel. It combines rolling gravel roads with views of the Alps, some single track following the river, and some asphalt sections. It's the perfect route for an after-work ride when you want to add a few more kilometers.
Sihl - Etzel - Pfannenstiel Gravel Route
This route takes you around Lake Zurich, discovering some of the most beautiful gravel roads in the area and some hidden gems. It combines some gravel roads, single track and some asphalt. You’ve have to push your bike in a couple of short section (200m) but it’s definitely worth the effort!
Road cycling route: Sella Ronda
You can't go cycling in the Dolomites without including the Sella Ronda on your list. It's probably the most famous route you can undertake, and the reasons are obvious: the roads, the scenery, and the passes are a dream for any cycling aficionado. The Sella Ronda is a circular route covering approximately 55 kilometers and featuring four legendary mountain passes: Passo Campolongo, Passo Pordoi, Passo Sella, and Passo Gardena. Each pass has its unique charm.
Road cycling route: Passo Giau and Passo Falzarego
A route that combines challenging ascents, stunning scenery, and a taste of the Giro d’Italia . This is the essence of road cycling through the Dolomites. This routes takes you to two legendary passes, Passo Giau and Passo Falzarego. A fantastic loop of aroung 50km and 1700m gain.
Road cycling route: Lugano - Morcote - Sette Termini - Alto Malcantone
Finally found the time to write the second route we did in Lugano in the beautiful Ticino canton in Switzerland. This route takes you through beautiful towns in Ticino, challenging climbs and stunning lake views. Some of the highlights are: Lugano, Morcote, Lake Lugano and Maggiore and the beautiful Alto Malcantone.
Road cycling Route: Pollença - Sa Calobra
Among the numerous breathtaking route this Mediterranean Island presents, the Sa Calobra shines among many. Undoubtedly, it is one of the most demanding and delightful routes.
Road cycling Route: Pollença - inner island back roads
Away from the bustling tourist areas, this road cycling route immerses you in the island's tranquil countryside, picturesque villages, and beautiful landscapes. Farms, donkeys, goats, olive trees, pure Mallorca.
Road cycling Route: Soller - Sa Calobra
Exploring Mallorca on two wheels is a dream come true. Among the many spectacular routes this Mediterranean Island has to offer, the route to Sa Calobra stands out as a true gem. This is definitely one of the most challenging and nice routes I’ve done. Not a single piece of flat terrain.
Road cycling Route: Pollença - La Victoria - Cap de Formentor
Exploring the scenic landscapes of Mallorca on a bike is a must for any Cycling Aficionado and the route to Cap de Formentor is one of the most famous ones in the Island. With its pristine coastal roads, challenging ascents, and panoramic vistas, is not a surprise that this route captivate the hearts of all cyclists that visit Mallorca.
Road cycling Route: Limone sul Garda - Arco - Strada della forra
We’re always on the lookout for new and exciting routes to explore. We recently spend the weekend in Tremosine sul Garda on the west shore of Lake Garda in Italy and we did one of the most amazing roads so far: the famous Strada della Forra. All the region is full of cyclists with endless possibilities for road and mountain biking. Here is the route we did starting from Tremosine sul Garda region, cycling through Limosine sul Garda, Arco and back to Tremosine to climb the highlight of the route, the Strada della Forra.
Road Cycling Zurich Lake - 3 alternatives
Living in Zurich, cycling around Zurich lake is unavoidable and a must if you are visiting. There are many variants, from the flat out variant along the lakeside to the countryside version which will take you through farms, vineyards, and many cows fields. No matter what route you take, cycling around the lake is definitely a beautiful way to spend your day.
Road Cycling Route: Zurich - Albispass - Bremgarten
This route is a perfect option for a weekend ride. It's not too hilly but still a couple of climbs where you can push yourself. Starting from Zurich, the highlights of the route are the classic Albis Pass, the countryside of Zurich and Aargau and the beautiful little town of Bremgarten
Girona - Tossa de Mar - Sant Feliu de Guixols Coastal road cycling route
One of the most popular routes from Girona and in Costa Brava is the coastal road from Tossa de Mar to Sant Feliu de Guixols.
Girona - Banyoles - Rocacorba Road Cycling Route
Is no surprise that Girona has become a popular destination for road cyclists from around the world. As soon as you arrive to the town you will feel the cycling culture everywhere. One of the most iconic routes from Girona is the going to “l’Estany de Banyoles” and climb the Rocacorba. This amazing climb has even inspired the name of a cycling clothing brand that produces and design in Girona.
Road cycling route Lago di Lugano and Como
This route takes you from Lugano to Como. You’ll ride through charming villages, dense forests, and the crystal-clear waters of the lake Lugano and Lake Como. And don’t worry, this is not an easy flat ride around the lake. Be ready for a challenging climb from the Lugano lake at (280m above the Sea) to San Fedele Intelvi (776m above the Sea) where you will have some breathtaking view above the Lake.