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Difficulty

Location: northern Alps and…

Distance: 210 km (53 km/day)

Type: independent 

Interest:

Type of Biking: Hybrid

Duration: 7 days / 6 nights

About your bike tour

The Swiss Alpen Rhine connects the mountains of the Graubünden Region with Lake Constance. Starting out in Constance, you will travel by train towards the Alps and cycle through four countries: Switzerland, Liechtenstein, Austria and Germany. Impressive highlights are the Ruin Aulta Ravine and the city of Chur. Upon reaching the Rhine Delta you can continue your Alpen Rhine Cycle Tour along Lake Constance until you reach Constance once more.


What we love

  • the old town of Chur in Switzerland with the narrow streets
  • the Rhine canyon
  • the little country of Lichtenstein
  • the Lake Constance

What to know

  • you get detailed maps, route description, places to visit, important telephone numbers
  • Telephone service hotline for the whole tour

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Day 1: Konstanz (Baden-Württemberg)

You will begin your trip in Constance, which is the largest town on Lake Constance, and is still quite Medieval in character to this day. In 1414, the town hosted the only church council ever to take place north of the Alps. A small museum is dedicated to the Czech reformer Jan Hus, who was burnt at the stake here. The symbol of the city is the statue of Imperia, which is a memorial to the prostitutes of the council time. The aquariums of the Sea Life Center are also worth a visit, as is the Archaeological Museum.
Overnight stay in Constance/Kreuzlingen


Day 2: Chur (Graubünden)

Train Trip to Chur; Enjoy your morning on Lake Constance and then take the train to the place from which you will begin your cycling trip. Chur is recognised as the oldest city in Switzerland and was destroyed by the Magyars and Saracens among others. The Old Town is Baroque in style with the Bishop’s castle and the beautiful town houses. A cable car connects Chur with the resort of Brambrüesch. For those who leave early for Chur, a visit to the Viamala ravine is recommended. Your luggage and bicycles will be transported to Chur and will be available from Midday on.
Overnight stay in Chur


60 km Day 3: Disentis (Graubünden)

First the train will bring you to Disentis in the Vorder Rhine Valley. The local Benedictine Monastery was probably involved in the Christianisation of this region. You will then follow the Vorder Rhine through the Surselva, Rhaeto-Romanic is the language spoken here. The natural highlight of the trip is the Rhine Canyon, the Ruin Aulta, which was formed through a powerful landslide which occurred some 10,000 years ago. After a tough ascent you will be able to admire the ravine from above or you can take the train, perhaps with a stopover at the remote station of Versam.
Overnight stay in Chur


45 km Day 4: Triesenberg (Triesenberg)

First you cycle along the Rhine before entering the hilly vineyards of the Bündner Herrschaft countryside and its charming villages. Pinot Noir and the extremely rare Completer wine can be purchased here, before Liechtenstein and its Gutenberg castle bid you welcome. You are picked up in Triesen and brought to your hotel, which is located at a lofty height of 900 m. You have wonderful views over the Rhine valley.


67 km Day 5: Rorschach (Sankt Gallen)

Discover Vaduz by the city train. It’s worth visiting the highly respected art museum and the very well-sorted wine cellars of the Prince of Liechtenstein.
The Rhine soon takes you out of Liechtenstein and via the Austrian town of Hohenems to Lake Constance, to the Swiss town of Rorschach.


40 km Day 6: Konstanz (Baden-Württemberg)

You will cycle through the Swiss canton of Thurgau today mainly alongside the lakeshore. This canton is also known as “Cider India” due to its many orchards and its relative remoteness. Enjoy a coffee with a view of the lake in one of the many cafés. You can also avail of an extra night in Rorschach, in combination with an Excursion to the Appenzell Countryside.
Overnight stay in Constance/Kreuzlingen


Day 7: Konstanz (Baden-Württemberg)

After breakfast your Alpen Rhine Cycle Tour comes to an end and you will return home. We would also be more than happy to extend your holiday on the Lake.


Arrival Info

next Airport is Zürich, Switzerland,than you take the train to Constance

Bikes come with rack, side bag. DON'T come with water bottle or cage. Do come with lock.


Bora Unisex, 21 speed Hybrid

$97.50

Bora Man, Woman and Unisex, 21 speed Hybrid

$97.50

E- Bike

$195.00

Tandem

$150.00

All

E-Bike


Included

  • 6 overnight stays with breakfast
  • Luggage transport from hotel to hotel, no limit on the number of bags allowed, maximum weight per piece is 20 kg
  • Transport of luggage and bicycles from Constance to Chur, we will also transport your privately owned bicycles
  • Entrance to Rosgarten mueseum Constance, 1 coffee included
  • Train ride Constance-Chur excl. bike
  • Train ride Chur-Disentis incl. fiets
  • Comprehensive tour descriptions in english with maps
  • 7 day Service-Hotline

Not included

  • car fee

Accommodation & Rates

  • $839: Double Room (1 bed)
  • $839: Double Room (2 beds)
  • $1,071: Single Room

Seasons

High Season Markup
  • + $75.00: Peak Summer (May 11th – September 8th)

Tour Season

April 28th – October 13th 2012


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everyday


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