Roche (VD) is a municipality located in the Canton of Vaud, Switzerland, nestled within the Vaud Alps and the Rhône Valley. The region's diverse topography features challenging mountain terrain, scenic routes through vineyards, and tranquil paths along natural features like the Rhône River and near Lake Geneva. This varied landscape makes Roche (VD) a suitable base for several outdoor activities, including road cycling, touring cycling, gravel biking, mountain biking, and more.
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4.4
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419
riders
45.8km
01:55
60m
60m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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155
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41.4km
01:42
40m
30m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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151
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42.2km
01:53
160m
160m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

21
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30.4km
02:41
1,460m
1,460m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.5
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25.3km
02:35
770m
770m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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39.8km
04:57
1,590m
1,590m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

100
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96.3km
07:31
2,400m
2,400m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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50.5km
04:28
1,490m
1,490m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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314
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83.6km
04:55
340m
340m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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88
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33.8km
02:45
970m
970m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
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78
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16.6km
00:57
30m
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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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54
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14.4km
00:49
20m
20m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.8
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46
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34.2km
04:17
1,760m
1,760m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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36
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47.3km
04:00
1,320m
1,320m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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40
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74.5km
04:31
690m
690m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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36
riders
42.3km
03:38
1,200m
1,200m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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56
runners
7.72km
00:49
80m
80m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

35
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

14
runners
7.72km
00:48
20m
20m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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24
hikers
10.7km
05:40
990m
990m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

19
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6.62km
01:40
10m
10m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6
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5.97km
01:31
10m
10m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

19
hikers
12.6km
04:54
860m
860m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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18
hikers
14.8km
06:30
1,010m
1,010m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

17
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4.73km
02:33
400m
400m
Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

5.0
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10
hikers
13.7km
05:49
850m
840m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

5.0
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9
hikers
6.18km
02:28
440m
440m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Roche (VD) offers a variety of outdoor activities including Road cycling, Touring cycling, Gravel biking, Mountain biking, Hiking, Jogging, and Mountaineering. The region features 8 routes across these sports, catering to diverse interests and skill levels. More information can be found in the Cycling around Roche (VD) guide.
Roche (VD) is situated in the Vaud Alps and the Rhône Valley, offering diverse terrain. This includes challenging mountain climbs, scenic routes through vineyards, and tranquil paths along natural features like the Rhône River and near Lake Geneva. Majestic peaks such as the Grammont (2,172 m) are also present.
Yes, Roche (VD) is well-suited for road cycling, with routes that include legendary passes of the Vaud Alps such as Col de la Croix (1,778m), Col du Pillon (1,546m), and Col des Mosses (1,445m). These routes offer significant elevation gains. Explore options in the Road Cycling Routes around Roche (VD) guide.
Mountain biking opportunities are available in the Vaud Alps around Roche (VD), with trails ranging from easy to difficult. Areas like the Rochers de Naye offer options for freeride and enduro tours. Further details can be found in the MTB Trails around Roche (VD) guide.
The region around Roche (VD) is recognized for gravel biking, offering versatile terrain through vineyards, forests, and mountains. The Alpes Vaudoises provide hundreds of kilometers of trails suitable for various skill levels. Refer to the Gravel biking around Roche (VD) guide for more information.
Hiking trails around Roche (VD) lead through varied natural habitats, including the valley and gorges of the Eau-Froide. The region's diverse landscapes offer options for different hiking experiences. The Hiking around Roche (VD) guide provides specific routes.
The region offers routes suitable for families, such as the 'Le Chablais en famille' loop for touring cyclists. More relaxed, flatter sections are available along the Rhône River and around Lake Geneva. The Swiss Rhône Route (National Bike Route No. 1) is also a well-marked path suitable for easier rides.
Roche (VD) is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 54,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The routes in the region have an average rating of 4.54 out of 5 stars. There are 8 total routes available for various sports.
Komoot offers several guides for Roche (VD), including Road Cycling Routes, MTB Trails, Cycling, Gravel biking, and Hiking. Guides for running and mountaineering are also available.
The official website for the municipality of Roche (VD) is www.roche-vd.ch. For general inquiries, the administration can be reached by phone at +41 21 960 31 14.
Yes, touring cyclists can enjoy a diverse landscape, from challenging mountain ascents to more relaxed sections along the Rhône River and around Lake Geneva. The Swiss Rhône Route (National Bike Route No. 1) passes through vineyards and nature reserves. The Cycling around Roche (VD) guide provides relevant routes.
Routes around Roche (VD) offer views of the Vaud Alps, the Rhône Valley, and extensive vineyards, particularly around Aigle and extending towards Lake Geneva. The terraced Lavaux vineyards, a UNESCO World Heritage site, are a notable highlight along Lake Geneva. Nature reserves like Les Grangettes also provide serene routes.

