Emme River – Aareweg loop from Messen

Emme River – Aareweg loop from Messen

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Emme River – Aareweg loop from Messen

02:59

47.4km

240m

Gravel riding

Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 12, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 35.9 km for 89 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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12.2 km

Old mechanical weir on the Emme River

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A very beautiful route, practically all along the Emme.

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14.2 km

Bridge Over the Emme

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This - not really nicely designed - concrete and steel bridge is used to cross the Emme near Gerlafingen. It is older and looks a bit dilapidated. There is a small waterfall just before the bridge.

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14.4 km

Emme River

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The Emme has been extensively renaturalized. A lot has been done from a dreary, straight river from Emmenspitz (Luterbach) to almost Burgdorf. The riverbed has been widened, trees have been …

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16.1 km

Emme

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21.2 km

Emmenspitz – Confluence of the Emme and Aare

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The area is actually called Emmenspitz, where the Emme River flows into the Aare. Lovely seating along the riverbank, a barbecue area, and a few trees providing shade invite you to take a pleasant break.

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22.3 km

Aareweg

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The Aareweg is a wonderful place for jogging, hiking, walking, and also cycling. It is important to be considerate of each other. There is space for everyone, and you can quickly recover.

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22.8 km

View of the Aare River

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In Solothurn, on the banks of the Aare, one must stop to admire the view of the Aare flowing gracefully past the "most beautiful baroque city in Switzerland", framed by …

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