The Top 5 Mountain Passes around Ballens
Whether it be for the views, for the climbs or for the downhill descents, browse our list of the best mountain passes around Ballens and make your next adventure one to remember. Contributed by the community, for the community, each mountain pass Highlight is a personal recommendation you know you can trust, so simply find your favorite and go.
Last updated: October 13, 2025
This route promises some great bike rides. You will also have the pleasure of experiencing a 12% slope on the 800 meters of the climb from Bassins. Traffic is rare, …
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The Col de Mollendruz is a road pass located at an altitude of 1,180 metres. It is also the starting point for many hikes and a great place to admire the Alps.
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Thanks to its moderately steep roads, the Col du Mollendruz is one of the Jura passes that's more enjoyable than strenuous. From L'Isle, the climb begins with a long stretch through meadows, with the second section mostly in the forest.
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You can climb the Col du Marchairuz on a road bike from three sides. This route starts in the village of Gimel. The climb is not very steep until Saint-George, …
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Beautiful views of Lake Geneva and the Alps on the way up to the Col du Marchairuz.
More information: quaeldich.de/paesse/col-du-marchairuz
More information: quaeldich.de/paesse/col-du-marchairuz
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