The jagged peaks of Les Diablerets that tower majestically over the Vaud Alps are also known as "devil horns". On the way to this summit, you feel a moment of heaven on Lake Geneva. Grapevines flatter the eye and castles rise majestically along the way. You could feel like cursing devilishly on the way to the Col de la Croix, but the idyllic landscape compensates for the sweat demanded by the climb up into the Vaud Alps.
The next paradise awaits you after the devilish pass. The ride through the green hills of the Saanenland and the balloons that float almost daily over Château-d'Oex will inspire you to dream. Not purgatory, but the occasional muffled bang of a cannon awaits you afterwards at Lac de l'Hongrin. Heaven and hell lie close together in the Vaud Alps and both are devilishly beautiful.
Luggage drop-off in Lausanne. You pass by the highlights of the Lake Geneva region today like a slide show. The first stop is the Lavaux vineyards, followed by a walk along the lake promenade of Montreux. This is followed by the moated castle of Chillon and the vine-framed Aigle castle. A day as if from a picture book.
You climb upward today after yesterday's flat stretch. You ride along the Rhone to Bex first and then begins your ride up to the Col de la Croix. An idyllic pass road leads you into the Vaud Alps. The peaks of Les Diablerets and La Pare tower before you at the top of the pass. A brisk descent takes you to the destination of today.
The Col du Pillon will probably not frighten you today after yesterday's pass crossing. After the jagged summit, the green hills of the Saanenland with their pompous farmhouses will make you feel even more idyllic. A short stop in glamorous Gstaad and then along the Sarine River to the balloonists' capital: Château-d'Oex.
Time to turn your back on the tranquil Saanenland. After Montbovon you follow a small road on an adventurous route to Lac de l'Hongrin. Travelling through a 300-meter-long tunnel illuminated only occasionally by a few boreholes is a highlight on the way to this reservoir. Cowbells greet you at Lac de l'Hongrin before a last rapid descent takes you back down into the Rhone valley.
approx. 65 km
1'170 m
1'720 m
Tour character
The ride over the Col de la Croix is spectacular, but it also requires good physical condition. The last stretch to Lac de l'Hongrin is also difficult to ride. The natural roads and especially the "Les Agites" tunnel are for experienced cyclists.
Reservation fee of CHF 15.- per adult (incl. legally required customer money protection)
The Lac de l'Hongrin is located in a military training area. In season 1, the area can only be used on weekends (note the starting days). During season 2 there may be waiting times, or an entry and exit ticket will be issued.
Information
Arrival/Departure:
Arrival by public transport to Lausanne. Suitcases must be handed in at the luggage counter by 10:00 a.m. at the latest.
Departure by public transport from Aigle. Suitcases will be returned to the luggage counter by 17:00 at the latest.
Travel documents
Travel documents "digital"
We reduce the amount of printed documents. You will receive instructions to help you find your way around using the Eurotrek Travel Guide App. We provide you with further information online.
In advance you will receive a small package of documents with the following contents:
Your travel program
Luggage tags
Description of how to use the app
Any vouchers
The Eurotrek Travel Guide App will help you find your way around. In addition to your digital map, you will find further information about your booked trip. The app is also available offline, simply download the trip in advance.
Ratings
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4 stars
Sandra Lötscher |05.08.2022
Tolle Tour
Die ganze Tour war schön!
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4 stars
Angela Stäger |28.08.2021
Velo Rundtour Waadtländer Alpen
Veloroute war klar beschrieben und gut gewählt. Die Velobrücke über die Rohne vor Aigle war gesperrt ( Bauarbeiten, welche länger dauern dürften.
RetoZingganswered:
Besten Dank für Ihren Hinweis bezüglich der Sperrung der Velobrücke vor Aigle. Auf SchweizMobil ist uns lediglich eine Sperrung etwas weiter vor der Brücke aufgefallen. Dort sollte aber eine Umleitung signalisiert sein. Ich möchte mich herzlich für die Unannehmlichkeiten entschuldigen und wir werden dies gerne prüfen.