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Cycle around our over 50 hostels in Switzerland

Cycling enthusiasts and mountain bikers will feel at home with us. And don’t worry if you don’t have your own bike: with Rent a Bike and our parking racks, we’ve got plenty of room for every bike. Get back in the saddle and discover our bike trails and excursion ideas:

Our biking selection

Dead-end route: Männlichen

A spectacular and challenging route on asphalt but with no access for motorised vehicles. Start: Grindelwald / Finish: Männlichen at 2,229 above sea level / Highlight: Breathtaking view of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau mountains / Distance: 13 km
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Around Lake Constance and the Rhine

The Rhine Route follows the Alpine river from mountain source to the large Rhine port at Basel. A vastly varied trip through diverse landscapes hewn by the mighty river over the ages.
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A partnership for explorers: SwitzerlandMobility and Swiss Youth Hostels

Cycling and hiking – two of Switzerland’s favourite pastimes! Around 40% of the population regularly go for a cycle or hike in the great outdoors. The most important thing before every tour is careful preparation, whether it’s checking the air pressure in your tyres, breaking in your hiking boots or carefully planning your route. As the national network for cycling and walking, SwitzerlandMobility has compiled all the information you need. Benefit from the best hand-picked routes that are all clearly signposted and well-connected to public transport. Furthermore, SwitzerlandMobility also lists services such as accommodation options, car rental and luggage transport around the routes.

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RENT A BIKE – – your e-bike specialist

As a member of the Swiss Youth Hostels, you can benefit from the Rent a Bike offer.
Rent a Bike’s 150 rental stations are ready and waiting with something to suit everyone. Get your voucher for bike rental at the reception.

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