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Bern gravel ride: Gürbentaler Loop

Bern gravel ride: Gürbentaler Loop

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5.0

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Bern gravel ride: Gürbentaler Loop

04:10

66.1km

760m

Gravel riding

If you’re after a full body workout in the great outdoors, this 65-kilometre (40 mi) gravel ride is it, taking you from Bern’s centre into the beautiful landscapes of the Gürbetal. The start point on Bundesplatz allows you to take a detour to Bern's UNESCO-listed Old City.

Over cobblestones, past…

by Bern Welcome

Last updated: May 27, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 34.5 km for 213 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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61 m

Federal Parliament

Highlight • Historical Site

The Federal Palace in Bern is the seat of the government and parliament of the Swiss Confederation. The oldest part was built in 1852, and the building was completed in its current form in 1902.

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566 m

Bern old town

Highlight • Historical Site

The old town of Bern is like a living fairy tale book. 🌟🕰️ With its cobbled streets, historic buildings and charming squares, it exudes a unique charm that immediately captivates visitors.

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1.46 km

View of the old town

Highlight • Viewpoint

If you take a short climb up the nasty Aargauerstalden-Stutz near the Bärengraben, you'll be rewarded with a fantastic view of Bern's old town!

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21.4 km

Chutzen/Belpberg

Highlight • Summit

The Chutze marks the highest point on the eleven-kilometer-long Belpberg ridge between the Aare and Gürbe valleys. Despite its modest altitude (892 meters), it offers a phenomenal 360° panoramic view …

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28.5 km

Seminarhotel Gerzensee

Hotel

30.2 km

View of the Gerzensee

Highlight • Viewpoint

Beautiful view of Lake Gerzensee.

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45.9 km

Gürbebadi Thurnen

Highlight • River

Swimming spot on the Gürbe with changing rooms. Next door is a recreational area of the municipality of Thurnen with a playground and barbecue area (members of the municipality have priority).

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50.5 km

On the Gürbeufer

Highlight • Trail

Beautiful, traffic-free path that's fun to walk or cycle.

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66.1 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

27.1 km

22.6 km

12.0 km

4.09 km

184 m

109 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

40.0 km

14.2 km

5.36 km

3.48 km

1.66 km

1.46 km

Elevation

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Highest point (880 m)

Lowest point (500 m)

Weather

Tuesday 14 July

26°C

19°C

94 %

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Max wind speed: 10.0 km/h

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Comments

August 25, 2025

If you’re after a full body workout in the great outdoors, this 65-kilometre (40 mi) gravel ride is it, taking you from Bern’s centre into the beautiful landscapes of the Gürbetal. The start point on Bundesplatz allows you to take a detour to Bern's UNESCO-listed Old City. 
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Over cobblestones, past imposing

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Bern gravel ride: Gürbentaler Loop

Federal Parliament

Bern old town

View of the old town

Chutzen/Belpberg

View of the Gerzensee

Gürbebadi Thurnen

On the Gürbeufer

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