Some gems are hidden in the Swiss parks. La Route Verte takes you on almost traffic-free paths through six regional nature parks - from Schaffhausen to Geneva. Whether it's comfortable on an e-bike or challenging yourself on a regular bike, you'll be fuelling the power of nature on your saddle as you ride past the rolling hills of the Jura mountains.
10 days / 9 nights
from CHF 1’770
From price applies per adult, 2nd class with a Swiss Half Fare Card, double room.
Price example calculated for travel on 2025-03-22.
Jurapark Aargau – where the Reuss, Aare and Limmat rivers meet
Sun-kissed heights of Mont-Soleil
Natural paradise at over 1,000 metres above sea level. metres above sea level in the Parc Jura Vaudois
Idyllic forests in the Thal Nature Park
Wide green landscapes lined with horse paddocks
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Itinerary
Overview
Day 1 Travelling to Schaffhausen
Day 2 Cycle ride from Schaffhausen to Herznach
Day 3 Cycle ride from Herznach to Balsthal
Day 4 Cycle ride from Balsthal to Delémont
Day 5 Cycle from Delémont to Saignelégier
Day 6 Cycle from Saignelégier to Couvet
Day 7 Cycle ride from Couvet to Ste-Croix
Day 8 Cycle from Ste-Croix to Lac de Joux
Day 9 Cycle from Lac de Joux to Geneva (surroundings)
Day 10 Return journey from Geneva
Day 1
Travelling to Schaffhausen
Itinerary
Travel by public transport from your starting point in Switzerland to Schaffhausen. Visit the Rhine Falls and take a boat trip on the Rhine.
Overnight stay in Schaffhausen
Day 2
Cycle ride from Schaffhausen to Herznach
Itinerary
Cycle from Schaffhausen to Herznach. Quiet cycle paths lead through the vineyards and villages of the Schaffhausen Nature Park.
Distance: 80 km
Elevation profile: ↑ 960 m ↓ 940 m
Overnight stay in Herznach
Day 3
Cycle ride from Herznach to Balsthal
Itinerary
From Herznach, the route continues to Balsthal. Cycle through small villages in the Jurapark Aargau and the beautiful landscape with tall trees.
Distance: 70 km
Elevation profile: ↑ 1,490 m ↓ 1,420 m
Overnight stay in Balsthal
Day 4
Cycle ride from Balsthal to Delémont
Itinerary
Cycle from Balsthal to Delémont. Climb over the Passwang, cross the language border and reach the canton of Jura.
Distance: 45 km
Elevation profile: ↑ 855 m ↓ 940 m
Overnight stay in Delémont
Day 5
Cycle from Delémont to Saignelégier
Itinerary
You continue by bike from Delémont to the small town of Saignelégier. Cross the Franches-Montagnes with their many paddocks.
Distance: 62 km
Elevation profile: ↑ 1,675 m ↓ 1,100 m
Overnight stay in Saignelégier
Day 6
Cycle from Saignelégier to Couvet
Itinerary
From Saignelégier, cycle on to Couvet. The route goes steadily up and down until you reach the home village of the Green Fairy.
Distance: 70 km
Elevation profile: ↑ 1,100 m ↓ 1,350 m
Overnight stay in Couvet
Day 7
Cycle ride from Couvet to Ste-Croix
Itinerary
Cycle from Couvet to Ste-Croix. There is plenty to discover along the way, such as absinthe distilleries, steam locomotives and a picturesque landscape.
Distance: 30 km
Elevation profile: ↑ 620 m ↓ 275 m
Overnight stay in Ste-Croix
Day 8
Cycle from Ste-Croix to Lac de Joux
Itinerary
Continue by bike from Ste-Croix to Lac de Joux. At over 1,000 metres, a natural paradise awaits you here in the Parc Jura vaudois.
Distance: 45 km
Elevation profile: ↑ 1,070 m ↓ 1,100 m
Overnight stay in Lac de Joux
Day 9
Cycle from Lac de Joux to Geneva (surroundings)
Itinerary
Bike on from Lac de Joux to the Lake Geneva region. Enjoy the spectacular view of the Mont Blanc massif.
Distance: 70 km
Elevation profile: ↑ 765 m ↓ 1,395 m
Overnight stay in Geneva (surroundings)
Day 10
Return journey from Geneva
Itinerary
Travel by public transport to the end point of your journey in Switzerland.
When is the best time to travel?
Travel period
April to October
Recommended travel period
May to October
High season
July, August
Important information about the trip
What our Switzerland expert says
Hang around where you like it
I particularly enjoyed the journey through the Chasseral Nature Park. Fortunately, we had enough time to spend a little longer there.
Customise your trip.
10 days / 9 nights
from CHF 1’770
From price applies per adult, 2nd class with a Swiss Half Fare Card, double room.
Price example calculated for travel on 2025-03-22.
