Name: Cycling Holidays in and around Zurich, short tour Lake Zurich
Brand: Eurotrek
Price: 535.00 CHF
Availability: InStock

Impressive high bridge over the Limmat in Baden.

Itinerary

You leave the city and head north, passing through the relatively urban districts of Seebach and Affoltern. The route becomes more rural once you pass the Katzensee lake. Follow the route along the Furtbach brook, which is almost completely flat, to Würenlos – shortly afterwards you’ll reach the cosmopolitan little town of Baden. Return to Zurich by cycling along the river Limmat.

approx. 57 km

315 m

The north-eastern shore of Lake Zurich, known by the locals as “Goldküste”, which means “Gold Coast”, is famous for its picturesque location, its exclusive villas, gardens and its proximity to nature reserves. Vines are grown on the banks of the lake and, in the summer, countless boats can be seen floating leisurely on the water. A little distance away from the lively lakefront, you can cycle along quiet side roads and take in the fabulous views all around you. What’s more, the centre of Rapperswil old town is a real gem and well worth exploring.

approx. 33 km

295 m

305 m

Today’s highlight is without doubt the protected Lake Greifen, which you’ll reach by leaving Rapperswil and heading up into the Zurich Oberland. Excellent cycle paths and the unspoilt lakefront make this stage a real pleasure to ride. You’ll then pedal on past Schwamendingen and around the Zürichberg mountain, from where quite a long descent takes you back down to Zurich city centre.

approx. 42 km

375 m

370 m

Tour character

The area surrounding Zurich is hilly. You can expect to have to negotiate both major and minor inclines every day. The routes are excellently signposted and easy to ride. Occasionally, however, you’ll encounter some sections on unpaved tracks.

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Prices & dates

Category: 3* and 4* hotels

Prices per person in CHF

two cyclists ride relaxed along the river

Services & Information

Services

Included:

Accommodation as mentioned incl. breakfast
Daily luggage transfer
Costs for luggage pick-up at the station (for direct arrival or departure)
Subsidy for arrival by train
Carefully elaborated route description
Travel documents (1 x per room)
Navigation app and GPS data available
SwitzerlandMobility-Plus subscription for one year
Service hotline

Note:

Tourist tax, if due, is not included in the price
Reservation fee of CHF 20.- per adult (incl. legally required customer money protection)

Information

Arrival/Departure:

Arrival in Zurich using public transport. Luggage drop-off at the hotel.
Departure from Zurich central station using public transport. If departing directly, please collect your luggage from the luggage office by 5:00 p.m. at the latest.

Arrival by train

Leave the car at home! For every bike, biking or hiking tour in Switzerland, you will receive an SBB coupon per participant, which you can use to deduct CHF 10.- from the ticket price for traveling by train. The reduction can be obtained in the SBB online store or in the SBB app.

On many trips, we use the luggage counters at the stations at the beginning and at the end to hand over the suitcases. You can conveniently combine this right away when you arrive by train. If you are a GA owner, you can provide this information when booking. We will credit you the amount on the invoice. If you don't need the coupon for the trip itself, you can use it during the year. Unfortunately, a retroactive refund is not possible for administrative reasons.

Travel documents

Travel documents "digital"

We reduce the amount of printed documents. You will receive instructions to help you find your way around using the Eurotrek Travel Guide App. We provide you with further information online.

In advance you will receive a small package of documents with the following contents:

Your travel program
Luggage tags
Description of how to use the app
Any vouchers

The Eurotrek Travel Guide App will help you find your way around. In addition to your digital map, you will find further information about your booked trip. The app is also available offline, simply download the trip in advance.

Our rental bikes

27-speed Country Bike

Our "Tour de Suisse" country bike is a robust and comfortable touring bike with 27 gears.

S = 44 cm (150 - 172 cm)

M = 50 cm (172 - 186 cm)

L = 56 cm (186 - 196 cm)

Eurotrek

Electric bike 25 km/h

Our Flyer Gotour impresses with its high level of comfort and state-of-the-art technology.

Attention: Minimum age 16 years (or 14 years with moped licence)

XS = 41cm (bis 160cm)

S = 45cm (160-170cm)

M = 50cm (170-180cm)

L = 55cm (ab 180cm)