Tour of Lake Neuchâtel

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Switzerland

Espace Mittelland

Neuchâtel

Tour of Lake Neuchâtel

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Tour of Lake Neuchâtel

06:27

108km

560m

Cycling

On this circular tour, you'll experience the boundless shores of Lake Neuchâtel – with its 23 beaches – up close. In addition to its deep blue waters, which invite you to swim, Switzerland's largest lake offers countless highlights along the route.

You'll start right at the port of Neuchâtel. Over the Esplanade du Mont-Blanc, you'll roll out of town with stunning views of the lake, continuing along the shore until you reach Estavayer-le-Lac. A detour to the charming old town with Chenaux Castle is always worthwhile.

After enjoying the mix of sights and nature, you'll cycle along the Canal de la Broye and past the La Sauge nature reserve. The birdwatching huts invite you to linger and offer fascinating wildlife observations. At the end of your tour, you can treat yourself to a glass of excellent Neuchâtel wine in Neuchâtel.

by Jura & Trois-Lacs

Last updated: May 11, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 107 km for 92 m

Waypoints

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532 m

Mont Blanc Esplanade

Highlight • Structure

Beautifully landscaped park in Neuchatel with many flowers.

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23.0 km

Neuchâtel Vineyards Near Vaumarcus

Highlight • Viewpoint

Beautiful route through the vineyards with great views. It's worth taking a break here. :)

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60.9 km

Château d'Estavayer-le-Lac

Highlight • Castle

Here you can wonderfully experience the leisurely pace of Switzerland, combined with a fantastic view of the surrounding landscape.

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83.5 km

Canal de la Broye Riverside

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A beautiful stretch of cycle path that runs along the Canal de la Broye. The BirdLife Nature Center La Sauge is just a few meters away. Anyone who enjoys birdwatching or wants to learn about the biodiversity around Lake Neuchâtel should definitely make this short detour.

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108 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

32.5 km

31.2 km

22.7 km

18.2 km

2.46 km

511 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

54.9 km

45.0 km

4.05 km

2.56 km

622 m

576 m

Elevation

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Highest point (540 m)

Lowest point (430 m)

Weather

Sunday 4 October

23°C

11°C

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Additional weather tips

Max wind speed: 1.0 km/h

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Comments

July 4, 2025,Männerrunde 2025

Today, finally, we're having another men's ride with Willi. We take the train to Neuenburg. From there, we start a loop around the lake. After a snack, we set off on our bikes and enjoy the pleasant temperatures. On the west side of the lake, we ride partly through vineyards or along the shore, where we occasionally have unobstructed views …

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October 5, 2024,Schöne Rundtour um den Lac de Neuchâtel 🇨🇭

Today I was out and about in French Switzerland again......

In beautiful but autumnal weather, I spontaneously decided to tackle the long-planned tour around Lake Neuchâtel😃....
Great route with beautiful viewpoints. In the warmer season, many small beaches invite you to swim🏊‍♂️
A successful end to the holiday😄

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September 24, 2024,Tour

Nothing complicated, just the fairly strong headwind and 2 punctures on the trails not made for road bikes with 23 tires.

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October 13, 2024,3: Lac de Neuchâtel

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July 27, 2022,Neuenburgersee Rundtour

Finally for the first time around the lake. A bike ride, not a photo tour and I wanted to be back by noon. It's clear which side of the lake is the more beautiful... our 🤩🚴‍♀️

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July 31, 2022,Neuenburger See umrundung 😱

Was challenging even with an E-jaw sometimes goes quite high

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June 26, 2023,Tour du lac de Neuchâtel

Around Lake Neuchâtel, the largest lake in Switzerland. Magnificent discoveries with beaches, vineyards, museums, bars that require strolling and restaurants where it is good to stop for a tasting of local products. Do not forget to visit the cellars. The lake water is transparent and longs for swimming. Enjoy, the course is almost without climb.

September 23, 2021,Tour du lac de Neuchâtel avec Raphaël sous le soleil ☺😅. 23.09.2021

Superb day shared with Raphaël for a walk around Lake Neuchâtel under a radiant sun.

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March 14, 2025

On this circular tour, you'll experience the boundless shores of Lake Neuchâtel – with its 23 beaches – up close. In addition to its deep blue waters, which invite you to swim, Switzerland's largest lake offers countless highlights along the route.
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You'll start right at the port of Neuchâtel. Over the

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