The 3 lakes region for families

Your bike route

Day 1 : Soleure – Meienried | 25km

Luggage pick-up in Solothurn. The route follows the river past the Altreu stork colonies. Today’s destination is the charming farmhouse of the Käser family, where you’ll spend the night on straw (B&B upgrade available on request). In the immediate vicinity, a branch of the ancient Aare flows by, and a bird-watching tower stands in its place.

Day 2 : Meienried – Bienne/Nidau | 10-15 km

You reach the point where the Aare is diverted into the Nidau-Buren canal, dotted with power stations and dams. The route follows the river’s pleasant course to Lake Biel, where you set up camp for the night at the port of Nidau. In the evening, you can walk to Biel’s city center.

Day 3 : Bienne/Nidau - Ins | 30-35 km

Market gardening characterizes the Seeland landscape. Since the course of the River Aare was altered, the region has been considered the breadbasket of the country. You follow the Mittelland route along the shores of Lake Biel, passing through small villages whose beaches and restaurants offer superb opportunities for a break.

Day 4 : Ins - Morat/Avenches | 13-26 km

Today, the choice is yours: you can drive straight to Murten, or take on the challenge of the route via Mont Vully, offering superb panoramic views. Your destination is the small town of Murten, whose well-preserved ramparts offer a perfect place for a stroll around the village.

Day 5 : Morat/Avenches - Estavayer-le-lac / Autavaux | 25-30 km

Today, you’re skirting the reedy shores of Lake de Neuchâtel. From time to time, you pass small fishing villages such as Chevroux or Portalban. The highlight of the stage is the lakeside village of Gletterens, with its reconstructed pile dwellings that take you back to prehistoric times. Finally, you reach the medieval town of Estavayer-le-Lac.

Day 6 : Estavayer-le-lac / Autavaux| - Yverdon-les-Bains | 20-25 km

With the red roofs of Estavayer behind you, you’re off to enjoy the sandy beaches of Yvonand. The Centre Pro Natura in Champ-Pittet offers an educational stop-off before you reach your destination, the Bains d’Yverdon. After collecting your luggage, it’s time to leave.

Departure at the end of the stage.

Possibility of adding an extra night.