
About us
We are a group of friendly people who enjoy road riding in the beautiful countryside surrounding Geneva.
Our rides occur March-October, on Saturday mornings (4-5 hours), and Thursday evenings (2 hours) during daylight savings. We have 4 ride levels, from moderately easy to quite challenging, all led by experienced guides. Bike Switzerland also rents high quality road, touring, gravel and e-bikes. Click here to learn more.
Please sign up with a level that suits your abilities; this will ensure you can keep up and not slow down other riders. If you're not sure, choose the relaxed level the first time out with us. Look at the Meetup events we post for more details.
Our Saturday morning levels:
1. Relaxed: Riding mostly on quiet back roads for pleasure, scenery and socializing
· Pace: relaxed
· Distance: 45 to 60 km
· Climbing: rolling hills, elevation gain 400 to 700 meters.
· Coffee break: yes, we’re very sociable!
2. Moderate: Pleasure and scenery are primary motivations, with emphasis on a workout
· Pace: moderately fast
· Distance: 60 to 80 km
· Climbing: a series of climbs, elevation gain 500 to 1000 meters
· Coffee break: usually
3. Challenging: These rides will get your heart rate going!
· Pace: fast
· Distance: 80 to 110 km
· Climbing: multiple climbs, elevation gain 1000 to 1800 meters.
· Coffee break: sometimes
4. Peak: Climbing rides to reach heights and views !
· Pace: fast
· Distance: 90 to 130 km
· Climbing: elevation gain 1500 to 2200 meters.
· Break: snacks in the grass, stop sometimes at a bakery
5. Fast: These rides will test your limits even further!
· Pace: fastest
· Distance: 95 to 150 km
· Climbing: some big climbs, elevation gain 1200 to 2000 meters
. Flat rides in a peloton
· Coffee break: short coffee break on Saturday rides, but not for after-work rides on Thursday
Upcoming events
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Peak - 8am - Saturday - Col de la Ramaz
Rue des Grottes 22, Genève, GE, CHPlease join this SATURDAY Peak ride to the East Chablais.
The weather should be super nice with beautiful views of the Mont-Blanc, and cool (between 13° and 22°).
We'll go to Praz-de-Lys through La Tour (water stop), Onnion, Col de la Ramaz, and back.
Distance : 114 km
Elevation gain : 2000 m
The pace will be Peak.
Start at 8 am at the shop.
We should be back at 2:45 pm.
Please download the route.Bring water and snacks !
Please confirm our agreement terms and conditions.
Please remember to bring these items.§
7 attendees
BCS Relaxed Plus - Last chance Saxel
Rue des Grottes 22, Genève, GE, CHThis could be your last chance to ride to the top of Geneva's closest and "easiest" col. As the summer (and heat wave) ends and autumn approaches - and you are all in great shape having cycled throughout the summer - this is an ideal time to join a Relaxed Plus ride to the Col de Saxel. This is a bit more challenging than a "typical" relaxed ride with a distance of 70km and 900m climbing. Please note the 8:30 start time.
The weather forecast for Saturday morning is currently good (expected highs of 23-24°c in the afternoon - but it could be cool as we set out, so come prepared (layers!). The coffee stop at the top of the Col (hopefully), otherwise in Boëge after the descent. So plan for sufficient water and other snacks.
📅 Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026
🕡 Start time: 08:30
📍 Start location: Bike Switzerland Shop, Geneva
🔁 Distance: 70 km
⛰ Elevation gain: 900 m
🐇 Pace: Relaxed ~20 km/h average = 25km/h on the flat
🕘 Estimated return: ~13:00-13:30
☕ Coffee? YES! - bring EUR - cash if possible.
📍 Route: Komoot - Strava - GPX file
Please take the time to download the route to your phone/bike computer.RSVP to book your place (and please cancel before 07:30 on Saturday morning if you can't come to make room for others) - and please only signup for one event! If you can't come at the last minute (after 07:30 on Saturday and have not been able to cancel), please message me directly - thanks!
By signing up, you confirm your agreement to our terms and conditions. Please also review the Essential Individual Equipment list (bike!, helmet, lights, water/snacks, flat repair kit, extra layers, etc.). Haven't been riding much yet this season or just back after extended holidays? Make sure to test out your equipment before the group ride!
Please contact me (WhatsApp: +41 79 458 44 26) if you have specific concerns and consider providing a contact person and telephone number in case of emergency. For more information about Bike Switzerland and our Club rides (levels, pace, etc.), please select the "Read more" link on the "About" page.
15 attendees
Relaxed ride #1: Very Viry
Rue des Grottes 22, Genève, GE, CHPLEASE NOTE THE 09:00 DEPARTURE TIME!+
A fairly easy, meandering, bumpy ride into "France voisine." Coffee break will be in Viry.
Please contact me (WhatsApp) if you have specific concerns; +41 77 425 6722
Distance: 50 km
Elevation gain: 500m
Coffee: Yes (bring euros - CASH!)
Estimated return to start: 13:00
Route: https://www.strava.com/routes/3535368176470234692
https://www.komoot.com/tour/3287770748
Please download the route to your phone or GPS device, so you can find us if you get sidetracked.
RSVP to book your place (and please cancel if you can't come to make room for others!). By doing so, you confirm agreement to our terms and conditions: thttps://cloud.nas1219.work/s/6ZpKzQ9BxcFZNBk
Remember to bring water/snacks, flat repair kit, and extra layers. And PLEASE GIVE US A CONTACT PERSON AND TELEPHONE NUMBER in case of emergency.
Haven't been riding much yet this season? Make sure to test out your equipment before the group ride!15 attendees
Past events
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