You travel individually by train to Raron, the so-called “Rilke village”, which is known for its connection to the poet Rainer Maria Rilke and reflects the inspiring landscape of the Valais. In Kapitel 7 Boutique Hotel, you will encounter design, fine dining and boutique excellence – the perfect start to your upcoming cycling adventure. 

After a hearty breakfast, you will start your (e-)bike tour and ride towards Leuk. From here on, there are vineyards as far as the eye can see. The route continues through the unique natural landscape of the Pfynwald Nature Park. You continue to Sierre, the “town of a hundred hills’, before travelling along the river, where the “La Navisence’ flows into the Rhone. Here small sandbanks invite you to take a refreshing break. Follow the route with beautiful views of the vineyards, the turquoise-coloured waters of Lac de la Brèche and the marshy landscape of Pouta Fontana. You reach the lively cantonal capital of Sion with its impressive rock bastions of Valère and Tourbillon. The stage continues past the Aproz mineral water spring, through the orchards and vineyards of the Lower Valais. On the outskirts of Martigny, an exciting mix of history and modernity awaits you. You will be eagerly awaited at the Hotel Vatel. Treat yourself to a delicious Valais white wine with your aperitif and round off the evening with a delicious multi-course meal. For art lovers, we recommend a detour to the the famous Fondation Pierre Gianadda.

Evionnaz which is home to frogs, kingfishers and butterflies.The route continues into the narrow valley near Saint-Maurice. From Saint-Maurice the route takes a relaxed route through the Chablais region to Bouveret, where the Rhone flows into Lake Geneva. Awaiting you is the beautiful “Petit Camargue’ nature reserve, which invites you to enjoy a leisurely cycle. Shortly afterwards, the view opens up onto Lake Geneva. This is where the tranquillity ends and the hustle and bustle around Chillon Castle and Montreux begins. Panoramic views of the lake and the lively flair of these famous towns. In Vevey, leave Route No. 1 and follow Lake Route No. 9. In Corsier-sur-Vevey, you will encounter traces of Charlie Chaplin: in the “Chaplin’s World’ museum, you can discover personal items and learn about the life and work of this exceptional artist. Take in the Mediterranean flair of Lake Geneva once more before heading north into the mountains of the Gruyère region. Through a hilly, lush green landscape, you wind your way up the valley to Châtel-St-Denis. At the roundabout, do not turn left, but right and continue your journey to Les Paccots. At the Boutique Hotel Corbetta, you will find peace, comfort and well-being after the strenuous stage. 

Get on your bike one last time to tackle the final stage of your Tour of Western Switzerland. Return to Lake Geneva and cycle through the vineyards of the famous wine villages of St-Saphorin, Epesses and Lutry. From here, it is about 5 kilometres to Lausanne-Ouchy – the perfect place to stop for a bite to eat. A particularly beautiful section stretches between St-Sulpice and Préverenges, where the Venoge, a 38-kilometre tributary of Lake Geneva, flows into the lake. Sandy beaches and sunbathing lawns invite you to linger before continuing to Morges. Leave the old town centre and follow the cycle route on the shores of Lake Geneva. Once you arrive 

in Rolle, it is worth visiting the elongated little town with its four-towered castle and the bourgeois and winegrowers’ houses. Follow the signposts in the direction of Nyon and leave Route 1 in Prangins and follow the direction of the lakeshore. Your destination for today: The Hotel La Barcarolle, directly on the shores of Lake Geneva. Thanks to the direct access to the lake, refresh yourself after your arrival with a swim. In the evening, a dinner awaits you in the form of Wine & Dine, where you can enjoy a delicious glass of wine with each course.