EPIC Trans Swiss
EPIC Trans Swiss
Part fairytale, part Alpine adventure - arguably the most scenic of all our trips
It’s really hard to match Switzerland for it’s incredible scenery, unique charm and the sheer volume of iconic and challenging climbs. An absolute must for any avid cyclist who loves to climb.
Featured Climbs
Passo Stelvio, St Gotthardpass, Grosse Scheidegg, Albulapass
Overview
Details
Next Departure
June 10th 2023
From
USD $5,495
Duration
8 days / 7 nights
Non-Rider Friendly
No
Rental Bike
USD $500
Ride Program
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Overview
Join us on a magnificent ride through some of the most incredible landscapes in Europe. Nowhere are the Alps more stunning than in Switzerland, and our Trans-Swiss Challenge captures the very best of the Swiss Alps.
Ride the incredible St Gotthardpass – one of the few cobbled passes in Europe – and Grosse Scheidegg – with it’s views of the famous Eiger, one of the most dramatic climbs in Europe. In addition to these 2 unique climbs, you’ll also conquer the Furkapass, Albulapass, Nufenenpass, Ofenpass, Grimselpass, and the legendary Passo Stelvio!
Few trips are blessed with such an impressive list of famous, breathtakingly beautiful – and challenging climbs!
Bill Jewett, USA — 2021
Paul Moulton, USA — 2021
Reid Orvedahl, USA — 2022
Itinerary
| Day | Description | Distance | Elevation | Hotel | |
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| 01 | Bienvenue en Suisse! | Hotel Villars | |||
| 02 | Through the Alpes Vaudoises to Thunersee | Hotel Belvédère Spiez | |||
| 03 | Grosse Scheidegg | Hotel Astoria Ulrichen | |||
| 04 | St Gotthard Pass - on cobbles! | Hotel Astoria Ulrichen | |||
| 05 | Furkapass | Hotel Alte Post | |||
| 06 | Albulapass | Hotel Bernina | |||
| 07 | The Passo Stelvio | Hotel Baita dei Pini | |||
| 08 | Arrivederci | ||||
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Itinerary Detail
Day 1
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Bienvenue en Suisse!
Your trip starts at Geneva Airport where our staff will be there to meet you before the transfer to your hotel in the beautiful Alpine resort of Villars-sur-Ollon in the Swiss Vaud Alps.
After lunch, orientation meeting and bike build-up, you’ll head out for your first ride in the Swiss Alps.
Day 2
Distance
Elevation
Through the Alpes Vaudoises to Thunersee
Today’s ride sets the tone for the week. Leaving the hotel you’ll start climbing the lower slopes of the Col de la Croix. The ride continues in the French-speaking part of Switzerland until the Col du Pillon where French switches over to German as we enter the German-speaking region of Switzerland. The Mittelberg and Jaunpass close off a sensational day of riding.
Tip: have a coffee-stop in Gstaad, the absolute picture perfect Swiss village – and they have fantastic coffee and pastries!
Day 3
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Grosse Scheidegg
Grosse Scheidegg is the highlight of today’s ride. This remarkable climb winds its way through some of the highest peaks in Europe including the famous north face of the Eiger. Ask any cyclist who’s had the good fortune to ride this climb and they will no doubt tell you that it’s in their list of Top 10 climbs in Europe – it’s that good! The fun continues after Grosse Scheidegg with the 25km (15 miles) Grimselpass, topping out at 2,200m (7,200ft).
Tip: the road to Grosse Scheidegg is closed to regular traffic from Grindenwald – but there are regular shuttle buses taking hikers to the summit. The buses can take up most of the road on the switchbacks – so just keep an eye out for them and stay well to the right if you’re on a switchback.
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Map & Profile
| Climb | Distance | Elevation | Av. Grade | Category | |
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Panex Plambuit from Ollon |
8% | 1 | ||
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Col de la Croix from Villars-sur-Ollon |
6.3% | 2 | ||
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Col du Pillon from Ormont Dessus |
8.4% | 3 | ||
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Mittelberg from Gstaad |
6.6% | 1 | ||
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Jaunpass from Jaun |
8.1% | 2 | ||
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| Climb | Distance | Elevation | Av. Grade | Category | |
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Grosse Scheidegg from Grindelwald |
8.5% | HC | ||
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Grimselpass from Innertkirchen |
6.4% | HC | ||
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Climbs
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Climbs
Dates & Prices
| Date | Booking Status | Availability | Price / Per Person | Single Supplement | Non-rider Discount | ||
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| 2023 | |||||||
Jun 10 - 17 |
Taking Bookings |
Places Available |
USD $5,495
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USD $900 |
USD $1,040 |
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Sep 2 - 9 |
Taking Bookings |
Places Available |
USD $5,495
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USD $900 |
USD $1,040 |
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What's Included
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Cycling Support
Nutrition during the ride
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Pick-up/Drop-off Info
Arrival
| Pickup Location | Time |
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Geneva Airport |
9:00am |
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Holiday Inn Express Geneva Airport |
9:00am |
Departure
| Drop Off Location | Time |
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Milan Malpensa Airport |
12:00 noon |
Rental Bikes
Frame
Felt FR Advanced
Groupset
2023 SRAM Force AXS 12-speed
Weight
7.7kg (size 53)
Wheels
Reynolds AR46 DB Custom
Chainrings
48x35
Cassette
10-33
Sizes
47, 51, 54, 56, 58, 61
Price
USD $500
EPIC Trans Swiss
If you love to climb - Switzerland needs to be on your bucket-list
