From your first mountain pass ride to a grand Alpine loop—which tour is right for you?

The area around Andermatt is home to some of Switzerland’s most legendary Alpine passes. Sometimes you might want to simply relax and enjoy the view from the top of a pass; other times, you might want to clock up as many metres of elevation gain as possible or conquer an iconic mountain pass. Find out which road cycling tour suits you best.

Would you like to…

…ride an Alpine pass for the first time?

Then the Oberalp Pass is the perfect choice. The steady climb and the well-maintained road make it the ideal introduction. Once you reach the top, the lighthouse – one of the region’s most famous landmarks – awaits, offering the perfect reward for your first pass ride.

The Oberalp Pass is the ideal introduction to the world of Alpine passes.

The striking lighthouse awaits at the summit.

…experience a true classic?

If you’ve always wanted to ride one of Europe’s most famous mountain passes, there’s no getting past the Gotthard Pass via the historic Tremola. The granite cobblestones, with their numerous hairpin bends, are among the absolute highlights for road cyclists. Anyone cycling up here isn’t just experiencing an Alpine pass, but a piece of Swiss cycling history, as the Gotthard Pass is the busiest pass on the Tour de Suisse.

The final metres of ascent to the summit.

Legendary hairpin bends on historic granite cobblestones.

…to clock up as many metres of elevation gain as possible?

The more elevation gain, the better? Then The High Triple is just the challenge for you. The route over the Susten, Grimsel and Furka Passes demands stamina and strong legs. Around 4,700 metres of elevation gain and spectacular panoramic views make this three-pass ride an unforgettable experience for ambitious road cycling enthusiasts.

Road cycling bliss against a stunning mountain backdrop.

…marvel at stunning landscapes?

It’s not always about the sporting achievement. Anyone wishing to experience the Alps in all their beauty will find imposing glaciers, thundering waterfalls and vast mountain landscapes on the Susten Pass. This varied route is considered by many to be one of the most beautiful mountain passes in Switzerland.

Where mountains and mountain passes meet.

A pass road straight out of a picture book.

…as little traffic as possible?

If you prefer to ride off the beaten track, a tour to the Göscheneralp is well worth it. The quiet road winds through stunning scenery and offers a relaxed road cycling experience far away from heavy traffic.

…take the best road cycling photos?

Some rides are memorable not just for the route itself, but also for their scenic backdrops. Particularly popular are the historic Tremola with its striking hairpin bends and the Hotel Belvédère on the Furka. Both locations are among the most famous photo spots in the Swiss Alps and are a must on any road cycling bucket list.

The legendary bends of the Tremola are a must for road cycling enthusiasts.

The Hotel Belvédère is one of the most famous photo spots in the Swiss Alps.

…the ultimate challenge?

Then The High Five is just the thing for you. Covering around 260 kilometres and 6,656 metres of elevation gain, the tour takes you over the Susten, Grimsel, Nufenen, Lukmanier and Oberalp Passes. Five passes, one day and countless unforgettable moments – it doesn’t get much better than this.

Andermatt is the ideal starting point for legendary road cycling tours.

So which tour is right for you?

Whether it’s your first pass climb or a major circuit – around Andermatt you’ll find the perfect road cycling tour for every level and every preference. Now all you have to do is decide which one is next on your list.