
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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6pm(!) Thursday moderate ride: Essertines-Cartigny
Bike Switzerland, Rue des Grottes 22, Genève, GE, CHDays are getting shorter fast, so this ride will leave promptly at 6pm (not the usual 6:15pm)
Lights are mandatory!
A loop through the woods and countryside of the Mandement- via Bourdigny, Essertines (memorable!), Dardagny, Cartigny.
The pace will be moderately fast.
BRING LIGHTS (front + back, charged!), snacks, water and a flat repair kit.
Please download the route to your cycling computer or phone. This helps you and the group.
Distance: 42km
Elevation gain: 430m
Start time: 6pm (not the usual 6:15pm) - we will leave promptly at 6pm!
Pace: moderately fast
Coffee: No
Estimated return to start: ~8pm
Route: https://www.komoot.com/tour/1157161899?share_token=aixVn8TcB2EhOVkx2xxTHkcpT1lLlPX8Phq4SBFZ0QvFTKj8wz&ref=profile&t_s=referral&t_cid=route_share&t_ref_username=2225194800455Did I mention lights?
RSVP to book your place; by doing so, you confirm agreement to our conditions of participation. And kindly cancel if you can't come to make room for others!
See the equipment list here. Also make sure in advance that your bike is in good working order.
Finally, please provide a contact person and telephone number in case of emergency (e.g. on your phone's lock screen or a post-it on the back of it).
NOTE: For moderate rides you should be able to keep the average pace (~21 kph in this case), have ridden before in a group, and be both comfortable and safe when group riding.
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Relaxed ride #1: Hermance
Rue des Grottes 22, Genève, GE, CHIt's getting cooler, so please note the 09:00 start time! We'll take it easy as we meander through the lovely Geneva countryside, without too much climbing. Coffee break will be by the lake in Hermance.
Please contact me (WhatsApp) if you have specific concerns; +41 77 425 6722
Distance: 47 km
Elevation gain: 300m
Coffee: Yes (bring CHF)
Estimated return to start: 12:30
Route: https://www.strava.com/routes/3504950463486574644
https://www.komoot.com/tour/3062510229
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!1 attendee
BCS Relaxed #2 - Challex - Dardagny
Rue des Grottes 22, Genève, GE, CHJoin me on a relaxed ride out through the Geneva countryside and vineyards as we climb up to Challex and Dardagny (coffee) before returning bak to Geneva. Just 50km with 580m climbing. Please note the 9:00 start time.
Please have CHF cash for the coffee break - the Tearoom has a surcharge for small amounts paid electronically (including cards).
The weather forecast for Saturday morning is currently good (expected highs of 23-24°c in the afternoon - but autumn is here and it will be cool as we set out, so come prepared (layers).
📅 Date: Saturday, September 26, 2026
🕡 Start time: 09:00
📍 Start location: Bike Switzerland Shop, Geneva
🔁 Distance: 50 km
⛰ Elevation gain: 580 m
🐇 Pace: Relaxed ~20 km/h average = 25km/h on the flat
🕘 Estimated return: ~12:30
☕ Coffee? YES! - bring CHF - 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 08:00 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 08:00 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.
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Past events
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