Schaffhausen – Herznach
80 km
La Route Verte takes you from the city of Schaffhausen into the heart of the Blauburgunderland in Schaffhausen Regional Nature Park Schaffhausen. Make the most of your stay by doing some delicious wine-tasting.
2
Herznach – Balsthal
70 km
Discover the Jurapark Aargau with its unique landscapes characterised by tall tree orchards. The locally produced apple juice will give you exactly the energy you need to continue your journey.
3
Balsthal – St-Ursanne
80 km
In the heart of the Thal Nature Park, a forest full of works of art and natural treasures awaits you. On this stage you can enjoy breathtaking views thanks to three mountain passes.
4
St-Ursanne – Mont-Soleil
45 km
Discover the Franches-Montagnes horses grazing freely in this unspoilt, well-kept natural environment, among the wooded pastures typical of the Doubs Nature Park.
5
Mont-Soleil – Couvet
50 km
This short stage starts in the heart of the Chasseral Regional Park, famous for its dry stone walls. The walls are fascinating structures for the bioversity and bear witness to a century-old skill.
6
Couvet – Le Sentier
75 km
This stage begins in Val-de-Travers, world-famous for its absinthe. Visit a distillery and taste the infamous elixir in its various forms.
7
Le Sentier – Geneva
75 km
In the Jura vaudois Nature Park, the resonant spruces of the Risoud forest reveal their secrets as you finish the Route Verte on a high note.
From Schaffhausen to Geneva across six nature parks on your electric bike
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Explore six regional nature parks along La Route Verte, which takes you from Schaffhausen to Geneva to discover the living landscapes of the Jura Arc.
Comfortably seated on your electric bike, ride through the hills of the Jura mountain range and fill up with nature-loaded energy. Throughout your trip, you follow "Switzerland by bike" routes in the heart of the most beautiful landscapes of the Jura Arc.
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1
Schaffhausen – Herznach
80 km
La Route Verte takes you from the city of Schaffhausen into the heart of the Blauburgunderland in Schaffhausen Regional Nature Park Schaffhausen. Make the most of your stay by doing some delicious wine-tasting.
2
Herznach – Balsthal
70 km
Discover the Jurapark Aargau with its unique landscapes characterised by tall tree orchards. The locally produced apple juice will give you exactly the energy you need to continue your journey.
3
Balsthal – St-Ursanne
80 km
In the heart of the Thal Nature Park, a forest full of works of art and natural treasures awaits you. On this stage you can enjoy breathtaking views thanks to three mountain passes.
4
St-Ursanne – Mont-Soleil
45 km
Discover the Franches-Montagnes horses grazing freely in this unspoilt, well-kept natural environment, among the wooded pastures typical of the Doubs Nature Park.
5
Mont-Soleil – Couvet
50 km
This short stage starts in the heart of the Chasseral Regional Park, famous for its dry stone walls. The walls are fascinating structures for the bioversity and bear witness to a century-old skill.
6
Couvet – Le Sentier
75 km
This stage begins in Val-de-Travers, world-famous for its absinthe. Visit a distillery and taste the infamous elixir in its various forms.
7
Le Sentier – Geneva
75 km
In the Jura vaudois Nature Park, the resonant spruces of the Risoud forest reveal their secrets as you finish the Route Verte on a high note.
The Leisure Routes
You want to combine your e-bike trip with enough time to relax and explore? The Leisure Routes are the perfect mix! For 4 or 5 days, their shorter stages leave you enough time to discover the parks’ natural treasures and taste delicious regional products.
Living Landscapes
Proud of their natural and cultural heritage, the residents of the parks are passionately committed to preserving their treasures and using their resources respectfully. In return, nature offers them delicious local products, each with a fascinating story your hosts will be happy to share with you.
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