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Challenging Alpine Ride
A road cycling route starting from Giffers
Conquer the mountains on this epic road cycling route
![Map miniature of "Challenging Alpine Ride" cycling inspiration in Espace Mittelland, Switzerland. Generated by Tarmacs.app cycling route planner](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/routemaps/600/switzerland/espace-mittelland/giffers/road/189667.webp)
For the daring and experienced cyclists, this 157-kilometer route near Giffers is a true test of endurance and skill. With a challenging ascent of 3036 meters, this ride is not for the faint-hearted. Highlights of the route include La Combert at 9 kilometers, offering scenic beauty and peacefulness surrounded by mountains. Hauteville at 15 kilometers is a small picturesque village nestled amidst stunning alpine landscapes. Châtel-sur-Montsalvens at 25 kilometers attracts visitors with its impressive castle ruins perched on a cliff. Mont Chupiaô at 30 kilometers provides a perfect vantage point to admire the stunning mountain scenery. Jaun at 38 kilometers is a gateway to the famous Jaunpass, a well-known destination for cyclists. Zweisimmen at 58 kilometers is a charming alpine village with breathtaking panoramic views. Enjoy the stunning landscapes of Saanenmöser at 66 kilometers. Gstaad Saanenland, a renowned shopping and vacation destination, is at 88 kilometers. Admire the natural beauty of Saanen at 89 kilometers before reaching the picturesque village of Rossinière at 104 kilometers. Gruyères at 123 kilometers is known for its medieval architecture and the famous Gruyères Castle. Finally, Écharlens at 132 kilometers offers a tranquil ambiance surrounded by nature, and Lac de la Gruyère at 135 kilometers leave cyclists in awe with its striking beauty.
Highlights on the route
Cycling routes nearby:
![Image of Marly](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/switzerland/espace-mittelland/marly-5.webp)
![Image of Alterswil](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/switzerland/espace-mittelland/alterswil-4.webp)
![Image of Tafers](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/switzerland/espace-mittelland/tafers-3.webp)
![Image of Fribourg](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/switzerland/espace-mittelland/fribourg-5.webp)
![Image of Plaffeien](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/switzerland/espace-mittelland/plaffeien-4.webp)
![Image of Villars-sur-Glâne](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/switzerland/espace-mittelland/villars-sur-glane-5.webp)
![Image of Sankt Antoni](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/switzerland/espace-mittelland/sankt-antoni-1.webp)
![Image of Givisiez](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/switzerland/espace-mittelland/givisiez-3.webp)
![Image of Guggisberg](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/switzerland/espace-mittelland/guggisberg-5.webp)