Bern-Süd-Route
Overview
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Distance 41 km
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Ascent 500 m
Intro
Over the Längenberg und Belpberg, both made up of Ice Age moraine deposits, with fantastic views of the Alpine chain, through the arable plains of Gürbetal and Aaretal, then on easy side roads through the outskirts of Bern, a UNESCO World Heritage city.
Description
This route twists and turns close to Bern, showing recreational areas outside the large urban sprawl.
Flower-filled farms, fields and meadows sprawl across the gentle pre-alpine hills of the commune of Riggisberg. The route starts in the tranquil village, known not only for its castle and cloister ruins, but also for the Abegg-Stiftung museum. Opened in 1967, this institution is dedicated to collecting, preserving and researching historical textiles.
From Längenberg down to Gürbetal «cabbage country», from where the route climbs to Belpberg and tranquil Gerzensee, an outstanding oasis of peace with unbeatable long-distance views. Then another thrilling downhill run to the green-blue waters of the Aare. You cross the prosperous residential district of Münsingen and then head for the oldest settlements in the Aaretal.
A yellowhammer sings in the former marshland of Trimsteinmoos and meadowsweets flood the air with their sensual fragrance. Things get busy again in the valley of the Weorble, where the former «blaue Bähnli» train jogged through the urban sprawl as an efficient shuttle. The route cleverly dodges the main areas of turmoil but old and new industrial developments appear in front of your handlebars before Route 37 disappears in Worblaufen.
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
| Start location |
Riggisberg
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| Destination |
Bern
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| Ascent |
500 m
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| Descent |
720 m
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| Distance |
41 km
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| Distance on tarred ways |
36 km
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| Distance on natural surface |
5 km
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| Physical requirements |
Medium
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| Signalization |
Signalisation in both directions
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| More information | https://schweizmobil.ch/en/cycling-in-switzerland/... |
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