Lake Constance to Lucerne Bike Tour
Germany, Switzerland Bike Tours
Cycling the Rhine Falls, Swiss Lakes, and Alps
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- Length7 days
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Overview
Discover Lake Constance, Lake Zurich, and Lake Lucerne on this fantastic bike tour in Switzerland and Germany. With the Alps as your backdrop, you'll switch between these two countries several times.
The Rhine Falls in Schaffhausen, the Einsiedeln Monastery, and the mountain panorama of Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau are just a few highlights that you'll experience.
You'll also have the opportunity to explore the cities of Zurich and Lucerne, known for having the oldest roofed wooden bridge.
Highlights
- Lake Constance
- Thun Lake
- Rhine Falls
- Einsiedeln Monastery
- Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau
- The cities of Zurich and Lucerne
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Itinerary
Day 1: Individual arrival in Constance
Day 2: Constance - Stein am Rhein - Schaffhausen, 31 mi. (50 km)
Day 3: Schaffhausen - Rhine Falls - Zurich, 40 mi. (65 km)
Day 4: Zurich - Pfäffikon - Einsiedeln, 22 mi. (35 km) + train ride
Day 5: Einsiedeln - Lucerne, 47 mi. (75 km)
Day 6: Luzern - Weggis - Beckenried - Lucerne, 31 mi. (50 km) + boat trip
Day 7: Individual departure or extension of stayDay 1: Individual arrival in Constance
Your tour begins in the city of Constance, the largest city around the lake. Take the opportunity to visit the island of Mainau, wander through Constance’s old town, visit the aquariums in the Sea Life Center, or go to the Archaeological Museum.Preferred hotels:
ABC Hotel
Apartment HotelDay 2: Constance - Stein am Rhein - Schaffhausen, 31 mi. (50 km)
Following the side of Lake Constance, you pedal to Stein am Rhein with its frescoed, medieval houses. Switching several times between Germany and Switzerland you reach the canton's capital, Schaffhausen. The town, whose citizens competed with each other in building gables on their houses, is overlooked by Munot fort.Preferred hotels:
Hotel Park Villa
Hotel KronenhofDay 3: Schaffhausen - Rhine Falls - Zurich, 40 mi. (65 km)
After breakfast, it's a short cycle ride to the Rhine Falls, one of Europe's biggest waterfalls. You can get a boat right up close to the mighty roar of the water. Next, you follow Glatt Valley, which takes you to Zurich, Switzerland's fascinating and very cosmopolitan city. It unites tradition with modernity and its unspoiled historic quarter is very inviting, thanks to the many cafes and bars here.Preferred hotels:
Sorell Hotel Rex
Hotel MontanaDay 4: Zurich - Pfäffikon - Einsiedeln, 22 mi. (35 km) + train ride
You cycle along the northern bank of Lake Zurich along the so-called golden coast to Rapperswil. Take a break here and go up to the old castle. From there, you have lovely views of Lake Zurich and the countryside. From Rapperswil, you cross the lake across a dam and then take the train from Pfäffikon to Einsiedeln.Preferred hotels:
Hotel St. George
Hotel LindeDay 5: Einsiedeln - Lucerne, 47 mi. (75 km)
After breakfast, set out on the bike as today includes the route's crowning glory. On the ride to Lake Zug, you have to cross a range of hills. In Küssnacht, you can follow the traces of Wilhelm Tell. He is supposed to have shot the bailiff, Hermann Gessler, here in the "Hohle Gasse" lane.Preferred hotels:
Hotel Seeburg
Ibis Styles Luzern CityDay 6: Luzern - Weggis - Beckenried - Lucerne, 31 mi. (50 km) + boat trip
Take a stroll again across Lucerne's landmark, Kapellbrücke, or Chapel Bridge. It is Europe's oldest roofed, wooden bridge. From the pretty little town of Weggis, which Mark Twain called, "The most charming place", you will cross the lake by boat to Beckenried. Enjoy the view of the famous mountain Rigi before you cycle back to Lucerne, passing the Alpnach Lake.Preferred hotels:
Hotel Seeburg
Ibis Styles Luzern CityDay 7: Individual departure or extension of stay
All distances listed above are approximate and the itinerary is subject to change due to weather or unforeseen events.
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Hotels & Bikes
Overnight accommodations in 3-star level hotels. In the daily itinerary, two hotel possibilities are listed.
Bicycles
Men’s and women’s hybrid bike
Men's and women's hybrid bikes featuring:
- 7-speed internal gear hub and back-pedal brakes
- 24-speed derailleur gears and caliper brakes
- Unisex bikes with deep step-through frames for all sizes
- Men's bikes from a body height of 1.75 m
- Anti-puncture Schwalbe Marathon Plus tires
- Hub dynamo
- Luggage rack
- Comfortable saddle
Electric bicycle
For those who would like to have the support of a motor when they're out and about, these stable and reliable e-bikes are recommended. The e-bike features a deep step-through frame and an upright sitting position. The electric support can be added as you need it to assist with longer stretches or hilly sections. The Marathon Plus tires, from Schwalbe, ensure for a safe ride even when your cycling down mountains or riding at high speeds.
Children’s bikes and accessories
For young cyclists
- Children's and teenager's bikes from 20" to 26" frame height
- Children's trailers for up to two children: capacity up to approx. 45 kg
- Trailgators: capacity up to approx. 28 kg
- Child seat: capacity up to approx. 22 kg
- Recumbent seater Weehoo trailer: capacity up to approx. 30 kg for children between 2 and 7 years of age.
The children sit comfortably in the Weehoo, secured by a 3-point belt. They decide whether or not they want to pedal too. The Weehoo trailers are available for selected tours.
Inclusions
What’s Included
- Overnight accommodations in 3-star level hotels
- Breakfast buffets
- 7/24 speed hybrid bicycle
- Luggage transport (weight limit of max. 20 kg/piece)
- Entrance Rosgarten museum Constance, incl. a coffee
- Boat trip to the Rhine Falls rock
- Train ride Pfäffikon - Einsiedeln incl. bike
- Comprehensive travel information (1 set per room)
- 7-day service hotline
What’s Not Included
- Remaining meals
- Public transportation
- Bicycle protection
- Travel Insurance
- City tax, if applicable (to be paid at each hotel) approximately €2 per night
Dates & Pricing
Dates
2021
Daily departures from April 18 to October 17, 2021
Please Note
- Rates are based on double occupancy
- Information to read before you book
- We recommend purchasing trip insurance
- Please see our FAQ
Pricing
Season A: $ 1259 £ 707 $ 1,248 € 798 NZ$ 1344 kr 8219 $ 990
Season B: $ 1416 £ 795 $ 1,405 € 898 NZ$ 1513 kr 9249 $ 1,114
Season C: $ 1495 £ 840 $ 1,483 € 948 NZ$ 1597 kr 9764 $ 1,176
Season D: $ 1574 £ 884 $ 1,561 € 998 NZ$ 1681 kr 10279 $ 1,238
Single supplement: $ 314 £ 176 $ 311 € 199 NZ$ 335 kr 2050 $ 247
Season A: October 1 to October 17, 2021
Season B: May 18 to May 5 + June 7 to June 10 + June 14 to June 17 + June 21 to June 24 + September 12 to September 30, 2021
Season C: May 6 to May 10 + May 16 + May 24 to May 27 + June 6 + June 11 to June 13 + June 18 to June 20 + June 25 to June 30 + August 22 to September 11, 2021
Season D: May 11 to May 15 + May 17 to May 23 + May 28 to June 5 + July 1 to August 21, 2021Extra Options
Electric bicycle: $ 189 £ 106 $ 188 € 120 NZ$ 202 kr 1236 $ 149
Extra nights:
Zurich: $ 156 £ 88 $ 155 € 99 NZ$ 167 kr 1020 $ 123
Single room: $ 219 £ 123 $ 217 € 139 NZ$ 234 kr 1432 $ 172
Constance: $ 103 £ 58 $ 102 € 65 NZ$ 109 kr 669 $ 81
Single room: $ 150 £ 84 $ 149 € 95 NZ$ 160 kr 978 $ 118
Schaffhausen: $ 134 £ 75 $ 133 € 85 NZ$ 143 kr 875 $ 105
Single room: $ 181 £ 102 $ 180 € 115 NZ$ 194 kr 1184 $ 143
Einsiedeln: $ 134 £ 75 $ 133 € 85 NZ$ 143 kr 875 $ 105
Single room: $ 181 £ 102 $ 180 € 115 NZ$ 194 kr 1184 $ 143
Lucerne: $ 156 £ 88 $ 155 € 99 NZ$ 167 kr 1020 $ 123
Single room: $ 219 £ 123 $ 217 € 139 NZ$ 234 kr 1432 $ 172
Extra Info
Skill Level — Difficult
Mostly along dedicated cycle paths and sometimes on bike lanes. Between Einsiedeln and Lucerne the route is quite hilly and includes a few sections along which you might prefer to push. A basic level of fitness is recommended.
Airport Info
Fly to Zurich
Local Travel
There is a direct train from Zurich Airport to Constance, the starting point of the tour. Total trip time is approx. 1 hour. The train from Interlaken back to Zurich takes around 1.5 hours with connections possible. Or, we can arrange return transfers (Saturdays only), must be reserved in advance!
Climate
Please check local conditions prior to arrival.
Day of Rest
You have the option in the self guided tour of choosing any day for a day of rest.
Tour Operator
This tour is run by Radweg Reisen.
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