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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Road Cycling Basics Relaxed ride
Bike Switzerland, Rue des Grottes 22, Genève, GE, CH## Group Ride: Weekly Skills & Confidence - Relaxed Ride
Having our ride this Weds, regular relaxed riders are welcome to join.
Elevate your cycling technique, efficiency, and group-riding confidence every Tuesday!
Is this for you?- New to road cycling?
- Want to ride in a group but lack the confidence?
- Preparing for a triathlon or a longer ride?
- Looking to improve your efficiency and bike handling?
- Have the ability and fitness to ride 30km.
This is a strict No-Drop Ride. We stay together, regroup at the top of every hill, and focus on learning, not just speed.
What we cover each week:- Smooth Shifting: Gear selection and maintaining the perfect cadence.
- Group Etiquette: Hand signals, communication, and "drafting" safely.
- Technical Skills: Braking, cornering, and city riding safety.
- Effort Management: Pacing yourself so you keep up
The Details:
- When: Every Tuesday 18:00 (Roll out at 18:00)
- Where: Departing from Shop, rue des Grottes 22
- The Ride: ~25km (approx. 1.5 hours) at a social, skill-focused pace.
- Requirement: A well-maintained road/gravel/mtb/ebike and a helmets are mandatory.
Navigation: We explore different routes toward Versoix each week. Ill leave you in Chambesy, so make sure you comfortable getting back into Geneva. For your safety, please download the route to your phone or Cycle Computer in advance:
I’ll be leading the group and am happy to answer any technical, gear or nutrition questions throughout the ride. Let’s build your cycling confidence together.
Marc12 attendees
WEDNESDAY moderate-level ride: Bourdigny-Dardagny-Pougny-Cartigny
Bike Switzerland, Rue des Grottes 22, Genève, GE, CHExceptionally this ride will be on WEDNESDAY, as Thursday weather looks bad.
A classic, fun, beautiful route with many "gny" villages (Bourdigny, Dardagny, Pougny, Cartigny), nice landscapes, and a long descent.
The pace will be moderate, likely averaging ~20-21.5 km/h across the ride.
Bring lights (front + back, charged!). Please download the route to your cycling computer or phone. This helps you and the group.
Distance: 53km
Elevation gain: 570m
Start time: 6:15pm
Pace: moderate
Coffee: No
Estimated return to start: ~9pm
Route: https://www.komoot.com/tour/2390512929?share_token=aX6L0WF1OckAo6G3BqTs0ZaHea2F2okCXjT3sJX43Za34KMYCH&ref=wtdRSVP to book your place; by doing so, you confirm agreement to our conditions of participation. Please cancel if you can't come.
Bring snacks, water (2 bottles) and a flat repair kit. See a checklist here. Also make sure 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. For safety, no passing on the right!!
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WEDNESDAY Moderate - (Alpaca extra layer)
Bike Switzerland, Rue des Grottes 22, Genève, GE, CHOOPS! WEDNESDAY moderate (slightly faster than David's) up everyone's favourite mini-col on the Mont de Boisy. (Llamas not guaranteed.) Weather should be good but a touch of wind.
Please bring LIGHTS (charged!) and download the route.
Distance: 54km
Elevation gain: 550m
Route: kahmoooot
Pace: Moderate (21-22 kph)
And don't forget the 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!
Bring snacks, water, extra layer, and a flat repair kit. See the equipment list here.2 attendees
Challenging Ride: French Collonges
Bike Switzerland, Rue des Grottes 22, Genève, GE, CHFingers crossed that the weather holds, and you can join me for a ride along the Jura towards Collonges. (Rain cancellation will be made by 5pm Thursday, at the latest.)
Bring lights (front + back, charged!) and rain gear.
Please download the route to your cycling computer or phone. This helps you and the group. I welcome and encourage people to help set the pace at the front of the ride.
Distance: 58km
Elevation gain: 610m
Start time: 6:15pm
Pace: Challenging (~22-25 kph in this case)
Coffee: No
Estimated return to start: ~9:00pm
Route: Strava, GPX FileRSVP 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!
Bring LIGHTS, snacks, water, extra layer, and a flat repair kit. See the equipment list here. Also — especially at this stage in the season — 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 challenging rides you should be able to keep the average pace, have ridden before in a group, and be both comfortable and safe when group riding. If you are significantly slower than the rest of the group, be prepared to find your own way back to Geneva.
7 attendees
Past events
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