Gampelen is a village situated in the Seeland district of the canton of Bern, Switzerland. This region is characterized by its location near Lake Neuchâtel and between Lake Neuchâtel and Lake Biel, offering a landscape composed of lakeside paths, the gentle slopes of the Jura foothills, and extensive forests and wetlands. The diverse terrain provides a suitable environment for several outdoor sports like touring cycling, mountain biking, road cycling, gravel biking, and more.
Gampelen offers…
104
Routes
4.6
(293)
Average rating
2691
People visited

4.9
(18)
264
riders
63.9km
04:08
450m
450m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(25)
278
riders
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(24)
195
riders
42.4km
02:45
190m
190m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.4
(30)
177
riders
41.5km
02:28
150m
150m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.0
(5)
217
riders
52.8km
03:23
1,240m
1,240m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
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41
riders
83.5km
05:35
2,690m
2,690m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
(2)
34
riders
24.7km
01:29
550m
550m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

18
riders
75.3km
04:54
2,130m
2,130m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.5
(14)
61
hikers
13.6km
03:46
250m
250m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
(4)
31
hikers
20.2km
05:14
110m
110m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(2)
2
hikers
3.95km
01:10
110m
110m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(1)
14
hikers
5.82km
01:28
10m
10m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.3
(10)
60
riders
19.6km
01:58
420m
420m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.4
(7)
57
riders
29.9km
01:35
120m
120m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(2)
33
riders
25.5km
01:36
120m
120m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(7)
41
riders
16.8km
01:08
40m
40m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.3
(3)
40
riders
72.3km
04:12
330m
330m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(2)
38
riders
25.6km
02:00
490m
490m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
(3)
33
riders
34.2km
02:05
250m
250m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(5)
20
riders
19.5km
00:58
70m
70m
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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10
runners
7.84km
00:48
20m
20m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

9
runners
19.3km
02:00
70m
70m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

9
runners
9.21km
01:03
150m
150m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

8
runners
9.28km
00:58
80m
80m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Gampelen offers a diverse range of outdoor activities, including Touring cycling, Mountain biking, Road cycling, Gravel biking, Hiking, and Jogging. The region features 54 routes across these sports, with an average rating of 4.58 out of 5 stars from more than 41,000 visitors.
Yes, Gampelen is integrated into broader cycling networks, including sections of the national Mittelland Route (No. 5). Accessible routes through villages and along canals, such as the Hagneck Canal, are available. More information can be found in the Cycling around Gampelen guide.
Mountain biking enthusiasts can explore trails in the Jura foothills and numerous forest paths around Gampelen. Komoot lists 10 dedicated mountain bike tours in the area. Consult the MTB Trails around Gampelen guide for specific routes.
Gampelen features quality asphalt roads with gentle ascents and descents, providing an ideal environment for road cyclists. Routes offer panoramic views of the Jura mountains, local vineyards, and Lake Neuchâtel. The Road Cycling Routes around Gampelen guide provides further details.
Gampelen and its surroundings offer a mix of paved and unpaved surfaces, including forest paths, fields, and gravelled farm roads, making it suitable for gravel biking. The region provides varied terrain for gravel biking adventures. Explore options in the Gravel biking around Gampelen guide.
Gampelen offers various hiking trails, with 7 routes listed on Komoot. The region's diverse landscapes, including forests, wetlands, and lakeside paths, provide scenic options for hikers. More information is available in the Hiking around Gampelen guide.
Gampelen is characterized by its proximity to Lake Neuchâtel and Lake Biel, offering scenic lakeside paths. Other notable features include the Jura foothills, the Thielle Nature Park, picturesque vineyards, and extensive forests and wetlands. The 13th-century Gampelen Castle also represents a cultural landmark.
Gampelen is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 41,000 visitors having explored its routes. The 54 available routes have received an average rating of 4.58 out of 5 stars from over 2,600 ratings.
Komoot offers several guides for Gampelen, including Cycling around Gampelen, MTB Trails around Gampelen, Road Cycling Routes around Gampelen, Gravel biking around Gampelen, and Hiking around Gampelen. Guides for traffic-free bike rides and running trails are also available.
The official website for the municipality of Gampelen is gampelen.ch. The phone number for the municipal administration is +41 32 313 42 22.
Yes, Gampelen offers 5 dedicated jogging routes. These trails provide opportunities for running through the region's diverse landscapes. The Running Trails around Gampelen guide provides more information.
Gampelen bike trails feature diverse terrain, including lakeside paths, gentle slopes of the Jura foothills, and extensive forests and wetlands. Cyclists can expect a mix of asphalt roads, gravel paths, and unpaved forest trails, catering to various cycling preferences.

