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Exploring Northwestern Switzerland by Road Bike
A road cycling route starting from Liestal
Immerse yourself in the picturesque landscapes of Northwestern Switzerland on this road cycling adventure.
![Map miniature of "Exploring Northwestern Switzerland by Road Bike" cycling inspiration in Nordwestschweiz, Switzerland. Generated by Tarmacs.app cycling route planner](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/routemaps/600/switzerland/nordwestschweiz/liestal/road/130114.webp)
This round-trip cycling route starting near Liestal takes you through beautiful towns, charming countryside, and stunning natural landscapes. With a total distance of 103 kilometers and an elevation gain of 2,320 meters, this route is suitable for well-trained amateurs looking for a challenging ride. You'll pass through highlights such as Liestal, a historic town with cobbled streets and charming architecture, as well as Schanz, where you can enjoy magnificent views of the surrounding hills. Cycling along Oberer Hauenstein, you'll experience one of the most famous cycling climbs in Switzerland, known for its challenging ascent and breathtaking vistas. Aarwangen offers a picturesque setting, with its idyllic river and traditional Swiss buildings. Other highlights include Balsthal, known for its beautiful medieval center, Passwang with its stunning mountain scenery, and the Ergolz-Wasserfall waterfall, where you can take a refreshing break during your ride.
Highlights on the route
Cycling routes from Liestal:
Cycling routes nearby:
![Image of Lausen](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/switzerland/nordwestschweiz/lausen-4.webp)
![Image of Füllinsdorf](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/switzerland/nordwestschweiz/fullinsdorf-5.webp)
![Image of Frenkendorf](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/switzerland/nordwestschweiz/frenkendorf-2.webp)
![Image of Arisdorf](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/switzerland/nordwestschweiz/arisdorf-3.webp)
![Image of Itingen](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/switzerland/nordwestschweiz/itingen-4.webp)
![Image of Bubendorf](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/switzerland/nordwestschweiz/bubendorf-4.webp)
![Image of Pratteln](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/switzerland/nordwestschweiz/pratteln-5.webp)
![Image of Sissach](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/switzerland/nordwestschweiz/sissach-5.webp)
![Image of Kaiseraugst](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/switzerland/nordwestschweiz/kaiseraugst-5.webp)