Grandson Castle – Beautiful Gorge loop from Grandson

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Grandson Castle – Beautiful Gorge loop from Grandson

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Grandson Castle – Beautiful Gorge loop from Grandson

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79.7km

1,450m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 20, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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695 m

Grandson Castle

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The castle has a history spanning almost 1,000 years. Officially detected for the first time in 993. Impressive! Definitely worth a visit.

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18.9 km

Gorgier Castle

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The road leads to the castle from the west. The climb on the south side of the castle, which is mostly in the forest, takes you to the entrance on …

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22.1 km

Fountain With View of Lake Neuchâtel

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Fountain located in the heights of Bevaix offering, in addition to fresh water, a splendid view of Lake Neuchâtel.

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26.6 km

Areuse Gorge

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The small river Areuse flows through a rocky gorge, sometimes wide, sometimes narrow, sometimes calmly and then again with a loud roar.

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32.6 km

View of the Areuse Gorge

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Here you have a good view of the gorge and the opposite slope. However, it is also important to still keep your life... (Be careful, danger of falling!)

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52.7 km

View of Creux du Van

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pretty here, very pretty

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52.8 km

The Creux du Van is an exceptional natural site that offers an unforgettable excursion. To get to these rocky edges, you can climb (run) from Noiraigue on foot or by bike, with or without electricity.

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79.7 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

59.6 km

13.6 km

3.47 km

1.81 km

972 m

265 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

40.1 km

38.2 km

972 m

479 m

Elevation

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Highest point (1,390 m)

Lowest point (430 m)

Weather

Monday 12 October

17°C

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Comments

March 7, 2025,Übern Hügel ins Val de Travers - mal sehen ob da noch Schnee liegt

Yes! There is still snow at 1300m, and also a little below. The second half of the tour is in the Val de Travers along the Areuse and through the gorge. Nice!

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