Aare Canal – View of Büren an der Aare loop from Grenchen Süd

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Aare Canal – View of Büren an der Aare loop from Grenchen Süd

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Aare Canal – View of Büren an der Aare loop from Grenchen Süd

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40.3km

90m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 20, 2026

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Includes segments that go up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 40 m for 6 m

After 40.3 km for 6 m

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Train Station

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3.31 km

Staad Riverside

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pretty here, mega super pretty

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7.23 km

Historic wooden bridge, Büren on the Aare

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A wooden bridge has been connecting historic Büren with the district of Reiben north of the Aare since the 13th century. Since then, the wooden structure has been destroyed eight times by floods, ice or fire. [4] For example by the Bernese troops when the French invaded in 1798. It was rebuilt in 1821. [5]

In the course of the Jurassic conflict, Büren, as the capital of the then still existing administrative district of Büren, was the scene several times. In November 1987, alleged Béliers carried out an arson attack on the wooden bridge, which however failed.

Another arson attack led to the complete destruction of the bridge on April 5, 1989. Shortly after 4 a.m., the historic river crossing was in full fire. In order to delay the fire brigade, strangers glued the locks in the fire brigade magazine with glue. 150 emergency services from Büren and the surrounding communities fought the full fire, but were ultimately only able to save the soil structure, so that at least a footbridge could be built over the destroyed bridge shortly after the fire. The arsonists were never caught, but due to the similarity to the attack in 1987, they are most likely also to be assigned to the Béliers. In 1991 the new building, the ninth bridge, was opened to traffic

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7.53 km

Covered Wooden Bridge of Büren an der Aare

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Büren an der Aare is located - as the name suggests - on the river Aare. Büren was founded in the 12th century by the Barons of Strassberg.
Only a few medieval settlements have been able to preserve their historical appearance as intact over the centuries as Büren an der Aare. There is a lot to see, including fascinating handicrafts in various studios and, of course, the famous wooden bridge.

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8.39 km

Pedestrian Bridge Over the Aare

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Calm and peaceful, the Alte Aare rejoins its new course.
A wonderful place, a beautiful bridge to walk across, suspended over the water. Beautiful.

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11.6 km

Aare Canal

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Cycling along the Aare Canal in Orpund is a peaceful and scenic experience, perfect for a leisurely stroll. The path follows the gentle curves of the canal, surrounded by lush vegetation and peaceful views of the water, making it a perfect escape from the busier roads.

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18.0 km

Ship Lock at the Port Regulating Weir

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Interesting for people who have never seen how a lock works. Here you can see it up close. Above the lock you can cross the Aare.

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20.8 km

View of Lake Biel and the Jura

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The twelve-kilometer-long Nidau-Büren canal begins here at Seespitz. In addition to several benches with a view of the lake, there is also a permanent barbecue area here.

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