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Intro

This 72-kilometer tour is the “royal stage” of the Heart Route and prominently shows the advantages of the E-bike.

Detour / Closure

There are detours or closures along this route, for more information see

Description

From Thun, bicycle to Heiligenschwendi, where a breathtaking view over Lake Thun, the Niesen and the Alps awaits you. The tour leads to the forests of Eriz, a pre-Alpine hilly landscape that slowly transitions into the Emmen Valley (Emmental). The route takes you via Röthenbach to Signau, where a short stop at the church of Würzbrunnen is well worth your while. After a short ride you’ll reach the village of Langnau, the end of this stage.

An enjoyable tour includes the careful planning of the same. Please inform yourself in advance at the local information center about the route and weather conditions. Depending on the season and weather conditions, this route may be blocked or interrupted

Technical information

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Start location
Thun
Destination
Langnau i.E.
Direction
One way
Ascent
1850 m
Descent
1750 m
Distance
72 km
Distance on tarred ways
69 km
Distance on natural surface
3 km
Physical requirements
Difficult
Theme
With panoramic view

Route

Herzroute

Lausanne - Rorschach
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Map

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Quick Facts

Route number

Stage: 4/13

Distance

72 km

Ascent

1850 m

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