Some gems are hidden in the Swiss parks. Cycling on La Route Verte takes you on almost traffic-free routes through six regional nature parks – from Schaffhausen to Geneva. Whether comfortably on an e-bike or athletically on a bike, you can recharge your batteries on the saddle with the power of nature as you ride past the rolling hills of the Jura Mountains.
10 days / 9 nights
from $ 2,130
Price applies per adult traveling with half-fare in 2nd class and staying in a double room.
Jurapark Aargau – where the Reuss, Aare and Limmat rivers come together
Sunny heights of the Mont-Soleil
Natural paradise at over 3,281 ft above sea level in the Parc Jura Vaudois
Idyllic forests in the Thal Nature Park
Wide green landscapes lined with horse corrals
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Travel itinerary
Overview
Day 1 Journey to Schaffhausen
Day 2 Bike ride from Schaffhausen to Herznach
Day 3 Bike ride from Herznach to Balsthal
Day 4 Bike ride from Balsthal to Delémont
Day 5 Bike ride from Delémont to Saignelégier
Day 6 Cycle ride from Saignelégier to Couvet
Day 7 Cycle ride from Couvet to Ste-Croix
Day 8 Bike ride from Ste-Croix to Lac de Joux
Day 9 Bike ride from Lac de Joux to the Geneva region
Day 10 Return journey from Geneva
Day 1
Journey to Schaffhausen
Daily Itinerary
You travel by public transport from your starting point in Switzerland to Schaffhausen. Visit the Rhine Falls and take a boat tour on the Rhine.
Overnight stay in Schaffhausen
Day 2
Bike ride from Schaffhausen to Herznach
Daily Itinerary
You cycle from Schaffhausen to Herznach. You cycle on quiet cycle paths through the vineyards and villages of the Schaffhausen Nature Park.
Distance: 80 km / 50 mi
Elevation profile: ↑ 3,150 ft ↓ 3,084 ft
Overnight stay in Herznach
Day 3
Bike ride from Herznach to Balsthal
Daily Itinerary
From Herznach, the route continues to Balsthal. You cycle through small villages in the Jurapark Aargau and the beautiful landscape with tall fruit trees.
Distance: 70 km / 43 mi
Elevation profile: ↑ 4,888 ft ↓ 4,659 ft
Overnight stay in Balsthal
Day 4
Bike ride from Balsthal to Delémont
Daily Itinerary
You cycle from Balsthal to Delémont. You climb over the Passwang, cross the German-French language border, and reach the canton of Jura.
Distance: 45 km / 28 mi
Elevation profile: ↑ 2,805 ft ↓ 3,084 ft
Overnight stay in Delémont
Day 5
Bike ride from Delémont to Saignelégier
Daily Itinerary
You continue by bike from Delémont to the small town of Saignelégier. You will cross the Franches-Montagnes with their many horse corrals.
Distance: 62 km / 39 mi
Elevation profile: ↑ 5,495 ft ↓ 3,609 ft
Overnight stay in Saignelégier
Day 6
Cycle ride from Saignelégier to Couvet
Daily Itinerary
From Saignelégier, you continue by bike to Couvet. The route climbs steadily up and down until you reach the home village of absinthe – the Green Fairy.
Distance: 70 km / 43 mi
Elevation profile: ↑ 3,609 ft ↓ 4,429 ft
Overnight stay in Couvet
Day 7
Cycle ride from Couvet to Ste-Croix
Daily Itinerary
You 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 / 19 mi
Elevation profile: ↑ 2,034 ft ↓ 902 ft
Overnight stay in Ste-Croix
Day 8
Bike ride from Ste-Croix to Lac de Joux
Daily Itinerary
Continue by bike from Ste-Croix to Lac de Joux. At over 3,281 feet, a natural paradise awaits you here in the Parc Jura vaudois.
Distance: 45 km / 28 mi
Elevation profile: ↑ 3,510 ft ↓ 3,609 ft
Overnight stay in Lac de Joux
Day 9
Bike ride from Lac de Joux to the Geneva region
Daily Itinerary
Bike on from Lac de Joux to the Lake Geneva region. Enjoy the spectacular view of the Mont Blanc massif.
Distance: 70 km / 43 mi
Elevation profile: ↑ 2,510 ft ↓ 4,578 ft
Overnight stay in the Geneva region
Day 10
Return journey from Geneva
Daily Itinerary
You 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 out where you like it
I particularly enjoyed the drive through the Chasseral Nature Park. Fortunately, we had enough time to stay there a little longer there.
Tailor the trip to your needs.
10 days / 9 nights
from $ 2,130
Price applies per adult traveling with half-fare in 2nd class and staying in a double room.
