Yens is a municipality situated in the district of Morges within Switzerland's Canton of Vaud. The region features a diverse landscape characterized by rolling hills, vineyards, and forests, offering varied terrain for outdoor pursuits. This area provides opportunities for several sports like road cycling, touring cycling, hiking, mountain biking, and more, with routes often presenting views of Lake Geneva and the Alps. Its geography combines natural beauty with historical elements, making it suitable for a range of outdoor activities.
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Routes
4.5
(134)
Average rating
2913
People visited

4.5
(40)
1,255
riders
98.1km
04:23
780m
780m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.9
(8)
397
riders
49.4km
02:16
490m
490m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

179
riders
74.7km
03:54
1,360m
1,360m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.8
(6)
120
riders
57.0km
03:12
1,200m
1,200m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.9
(11)
31
hikers
10.1km
02:49
190m
190m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(4)
17
hikers
5.76km
01:40
130m
130m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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6
hikers
14.9km
03:58
170m
170m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(2)
13
hikers
13.0km
03:41
300m
300m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(2)
66
riders
37.7km
02:29
540m
540m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
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29
riders
21.1km
01:22
230m
230m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

36
riders
20.9km
01:25
340m
340m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
13
riders
45.1km
02:50
490m
490m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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3.3
(4)
17
riders
32.9km
02:37
430m
430m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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10
riders
34.3km
02:48
610m
610m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.4
(5)
13
riders
36.3km
03:15
690m
690m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(2)
9
riders
20.6km
01:51
500m
500m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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17
runners
11.6km
01:13
90m
90m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

15
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

15
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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10
runners
9.58km
01:04
100m
90m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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22
riders
57.2km
04:03
850m
850m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
riders
39.5km
03:09
860m
860m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
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10
riders
41.9km
02:48
460m
460m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
6
riders
32.0km
02:14
390m
390m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Yens offers a variety of outdoor activities including Road cycling, Touring cycling, Hiking, Mountain biking, Jogging, and Gravel biking. The region features 23 routes across these sports, catering to diverse skill levels. More than 37,000 visitors have explored the area.
Yens provides 10 road cycling routes, ranging from easy to challenging. A notable difficult route is the Col du Marchairuz loop from Bussy-Chardonney, which is 44.4 miles (71.4 km) long. For more options, consult the Road Cycling Routes around Yens guide.
Yens offers routes suitable for various skill levels, including options that may be appropriate for families. The region features traffic-free bike rides, which can be ideal for a more relaxed experience. Explore the Traffic-free bike rides around Yens guide for touring cycling.
Yens features numerous hiking opportunities through vineyards, hills, and forests. The Sentier des Fumas is a didactic trail located entirely within the forest, providing information on local trees. For a comprehensive list of options, refer to the Hiking around Yens guide.
Cycling and hiking routes in Yens often pass by historic landmarks such as Vufflens Castle and Romainmôtier Abbey. Many trails also offer expansive views of Lake Geneva and the Alps, including distant glimpses of the Mont Tendre Summit.
Yens offers 5 mountain biking routes, providing diverse terrain for off-road cycling. These trails are suitable for various skill levels. Information on these routes can be found in the MTB Trails around Yens guide.
Yens is a well-regarded destination on komoot, with more than 37,000 visitors having explored its routes. The available routes have an average rating of 4.54 out of 5 stars, indicating high user satisfaction.
Yens offers a range of cycling routes, including 10 for road cycling and 6 for touring cycling. These routes traverse open countryside, forested sections, and ascents, with some passing historic sites. Guides like Cycling around Yens provide detailed information.
Yens provides options for gravel biking enthusiasts. The region's varied terrain, including rolling hills and forested areas, is suitable for this activity. A dedicated guide, Gravel biking around Yens, is available for more details.
Cycling routes in Yens vary in length. For example, the Vufflens Castle loop is approximately 13.1 miles (21.2 km), while the Col du Marchairuz loop extends to 44.4 miles (71.4 km). Route lengths cater to different preferences and fitness levels.
Komoot offers several guides for Yens, covering various sports. These include Road Cycling Routes, Hiking, MTB Trails, and Gravel biking.
Routes in Yens cater to a wide range of skill levels, from easy to difficult. Options include moderate touring cycling routes like the Vufflens Castle loop and challenging ascents such as the Col du Marchairuz loop. Users can find suitable routes based on their experience.

