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Road Cycling Adventure: Horw to Lucerne
A road cycling route starting from Kriens
Embark on a road cycling adventure from Horw to Lucerne, exploring beautiful landscapes.
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Experience the thrill of road cycling on this 51 km route from Horw to Lucerne. With a total ascent of 591 meters, this intermediate-level ride offers stunning views and diverse terrains. Along the journey, cyclists can enjoy iconic highlights such as Sonnenberg and Rain. This tour is ideal for road cycling enthusiasts seeking picturesque landscapes and cultural attractions.
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Start: Horw City centerKriens: A Cycling Paradise in Zentralschweiz, Switzerland
Kriens, situated in Zentralschweiz, Switzerland, is a vibrant locality that offers a wide range of cycling opportunities for enthusiasts. With its well-maintained roads and breathtaking scenery, Kriens attracts cyclists from all over the world. The region also boasts some famous cycling spots such as the infamous Rumänienauffahrt or Michaelskreuz, known for their challenging ascents and rewarding views. Kriens is highly regarded as a cycling-friendly area, with numerous cycling events and facilities available for riders. Whether you prefer road cycling or gravel adventures, Kriens has something to offer for everyone.0 km
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HorwTownHorw offers a beautiful starting point with its charming village atmosphere and panoramic lake views.
4 km
4 km
Sonnenberg776 mPeakCycle up to Sonnenberg and admire the panoramic views of Lake Lucerne and the surrounding mountains.
24 km
24 km
SempachVillageSempach features historical landmarks worth exploring, including its medieval town center and impressive lakeside castle.
31 km
31 km
RainVillageRain provides a picturesque setting with quaint Swiss countryside and remarkable natural landscapes.
46 km
46 km
Gletschergarten-TurmViewpointDon't miss the Gletschergarten-Turm in Lucerne, an iconic tourist attraction offering stunning panoramic views of the area.
47 km
47 km
LucerneTownExperience the charm of Lucerne, a vibrant city renowned for its beautiful architecture and stunning waterfront promenade.
51 km
51 km
Finish: Horw City centerKriens: A Cycling Paradise in Zentralschweiz, Switzerland
Cycling routes from Kriens:
The Gravel Wonderland The Lakeside Loop Road Cycling Adventure: Horw to Lucerne Gravel Adventure: Exploring Arth and Lucerne Gravel Ride: Kriens Inseli Loop The Countryside Joyride The Sempach Circuit The Gravel Adventure Gravel Adventure: Willisau and Lake Sempach Loop Road Cycling Challenge: Littau to Lucerne The Lake Loop Forest Adventure Nature and History
Cycling routes nearby:
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![Image of Luzern](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/switzerland/zentralschweiz/luzern-2.webp)
![Image of Littau](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/switzerland/zentralschweiz/littau-4.webp)
![Image of Emmen](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/switzerland/zentralschweiz/emmen-5.webp)
![Image of Hergiswil](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/switzerland/zentralschweiz/hergiswil-4.webp)
![Image of Ebikon](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/switzerland/zentralschweiz/ebikon-5.webp)
![Image of Adligenswil](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/switzerland/zentralschweiz/adligenswil-5.webp)
![Image of Meggen](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/switzerland/zentralschweiz/meggen-5.webp)
![Image of Stansstad](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/switzerland/zentralschweiz/stansstad-5.webp)