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Bike Tour of the Interlaken Valley: Rivers, Lakes & Forests
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Interlaken
Explore Interlaken's hidden gems on a vintage bike tour. Ride through rivers, lakes, and forests. Perfect for leisurely, active adventurers.
Duration:
3 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Interlaken - Tour participants should meet at the Yellow Velo store at 9 am (the tour will begin at 9.15 am). We’re located in the heart of Interlaken, just a 5-minute walk from Interlaken West train station. Store Address Yellow Velo, Postgasse 11, 3800 Interlaken, Switzerland Here you will also have the chance to buy any suncream, water, soft drinks, and sunglasses you may need. - Aare River - The first part of the tour takes us out of Interlaken city center and along the turquoise Aare River for approximately 30 minutes. The route is on a flat cycle path through a wooded area alongside the river where we may pass the passenger boat also making its way to the lake. - Lake Thun - Our ride will bring us to Lake Thun, where the river Aare and the boat canal both meet. In the distance you can see the spectacular Niesen mountain. Here you will have chance to take photos of this truly beautiful place. - Ruine Weissenau - The Weissenau ruins are the ruins of a medieval low castle. The castle and the associated harbour were built in the 13th century as an imperial castle to secure and control the movement of goods over the Alpine passes. - Interlaken - Bike Ride back towards Interlaken through farmland with impressive 360 views of the surrounding valley including the Harder mountain and the mountain village of Beatenburg. - Unterseen - Our bike ride leads us to Unterseen Old Town named Stadthausplatz after the historical town house in the middle of the square. Since the town was founded in 1279, the town house has been the hub of public life. The first tourists that visited the Bernese Oberland stayed here. - Lake Brienz - Bike ride to Bonigen on Lake Brienz. Here you you will have the opportunity to hang out with your tour group at the lakeside and go for a dip in the refreshingly cool lake water! And if you want to stay and enjoy the sunshine, we can also offer discounted bike rental so that you can return the bike at your leisure! - Aare River - We will end our tour with a cycle through a traditional BIO farm and back along the Aare River towards Interlaken and the Yellow Velo shop. Here you can purchase souvenir t-shirt and bags to remember your trip by.
What's Included
- Professional Guide
- Retro Mountain Bike
- Helmet
- Water Poncho (If needed)
- Cycling gloves (If needed)
Additional Information
Join us for a ride around the breathtaking valley of Interlaken. Our guide will lead the way alongside pristine rivers and lakes, through picturesque woodlands and countryside. We’ll take you off the beaten track and show you the spots that only the locals know. To top it off why not take a refreshing dip in one of Interlaken’s famous turquoise lakes.
We’re a vintage bike shop! Which means that all of our bikes are retro and vintage. Each bike has been hand picked with pride and each has it’s own unique style!
So let us show you that the best way to explore this incredible region is by bike.
Please note: This is not an E-Bike tour, we ride regular bikes. However the route is flat and we ride at a leisurely pace, so the tour is suitable for anyone who is occasionally active.
- What to Bring: Clothing according to weather conditions, Sturdy shoes with grip, Sunglasses, Sunscreen, Swimsuit and towel (Swim optional), Water for tour duration of 3 hours, Backpack (if required) and Extra snacks if desired.
Location
Yellow Velo
Postgasse
Meet your guide and get set up with your retro bike and a helmet at the Yellow Velo store which is located in the centre of Interlaken. Your guide will give some information before you get going, and guests will also have a chance to ask questions.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Jeffrey_g
May 26, 2024
Awesome tour of Interlaken! - Best experience of our trip, incredible tour through one of the most beautiful places I’ve been to. Our guide Cedric was great and super informative, 10/10 would recommend!
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Stan_j
Apr 28, 2024
Courteous informed guide. Wonderful tour. - Our guide was helpful courteous and well informed. We had a great experience seeing interlaken and learning about the area and its hostory and charming characteristices.
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Arthurpm3546yp
Feb 2, 2024
Bike ride was fantastic - Nice shop staff was really nice with us. We rented the tendon bike for two. Recommend the shop for everyone on holidays in town
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