Cycling in Switzerland
Migros

 

Alpine Panorama Route
Section 8 Montbovon–Aigle

Quieter in Obergreyerz and uphill through lonely, rugged Alpine pastures to Hongrin, occasionally resounding with army artillery fire. Intoxicating 1000m descent to the mildness of the Rhonetal, a sensuous downhill run through all climate zones.
Stages Places  Arrival / return travel 
Our recommendations for arrival by public transport.
Timetable Public transport stops and route
Montbovon Show on map
Aigle Show on map

Rail, bus, boat recommendations 
SwitzerlandMobility recommends covering the following sections by rail, bus or boat to shorten the route, to negotiate height differences or simply because it’s beautiful.
All recommendations


Length52 km

 Height differenceMontbovon–Aigle: 900 m
Aigle–Montbovon: 1'350 m

 RequirementsGrade: medium
Conditions: difficult

Helpful hintsBeware: military firing exercises in region of Lac de l’Hongrin Süd: free thoroughfare on Sat/Sun. Closed during the week, possibility to pass from July to mid August (possible waiting times). Section may be closed in winter because of snow. Alternative section: Col des Mosses, La Lecherette–Aigle. More information: Tourism office Les Mosses-La Lecherette 024 491 14 66.

 SignalizationFor cycling, follow the logo indicated on the red signposts. Take a printout of our web map on your tour for safety's sake.


Map of route

Enlarged map

Height profile  

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Accommodation

Overnight accommodation along the route
List of accommodation partners (4)

Bookable offers

Offers for the route
Our offers (1)

Official guides / maps

Your companion for the route (6)

Cycle rental

Rental points along the route
List of rental points (1)

Flyer-Stations

Flyer rental and accu exchange stations along the route
List of Flyer-Stations (2)

Cycle service

Bike shops along the route
List of bike shops (1)

Places of interest

Places of interest along the route
List of places of interest (8)



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