About us

Bike in Switzerland

“Don’t just visit a place – immerse yourself in it.”

If we could pick a motto for our company, that would be it. We are strong believers that exploring a destination on a bike lets you experience it on a deeper level. It allows you to live it, not only see it. This is even more true in Switzerland. The country has over 12,000 km of paths that take cyclists through diverse scenic and cultural beauty. It is definitely the place to be if one’s hearts pounds for such experience.

We understand, though, that going through maps, analyzing routes and finally executing it without professional support can be a bit daunting. It might generate insecurity – specially on international travelers, who also face cultural and language barriers. So we’re here to help. Our goal is to shorten the gap between bike enthusiast and biking experiences.

Bike in Switzerland is a family-owned company created to help regular and non-regular cyclist enjoy all the magic this means of locomotion allows. We take care of all the work (rentals, accommodation, tours design, etc), and guide our clients through routes and journeys that will provide joy and memories for years to come.

ABOUT ANA ELISA

Ana Elisa is the face behind the project. It was during a 2-day bike trip from Valais to Zurich that she decided to launch her company. The wind on her face, the views, the adventure itself and the freedom she felt, made her eager to develop something that would help other people have similar experiences. She is not a professional biking athlete nor looks forward to be. She has just come to learn that cycling is the best way to get a true sense of a region while experiencing almost absolute freedom. 

Ana now meticulously elaborates bike-routes, plans bike-trips and guide clients and friends throughout the most beautiful landscapes in Switzerland. She is happy to share her passion and knowledge with locals and travelers.

Our team

Ana Elisa Gerster

Founder and Tour Guide

Adrian Bellwald

Sports Coach and Local Guide

Matthias Gerster

Administrator and Local Guide

About Our Tours

Whether you are looking for a one-day tour or a journey through Swiss villages and cities, we are here with a bike or an e-bike for you. 

We will take you to amazing sights, let you enjoy beautiful landscapes at your own pace, and provide some local and unforgettable experiences. All of our tours are guided, which offers numerous advantages: fluidity of the riding (no need to stop to read the map!), mechanical support, and also knowledge of local culture and history – something we love to share.

Most of the trips we offer are itinerant, and since we know how important it is to ride light, each day your luggage will be transfered to the following night’s accommodation. You’ll only carry your day bag (with water, camera, etc). 

We are very attentive to the quality of accommodation, meals and transfers provided, as well as the quality of our trips: guidance, itinerary and places of interest. We also specify technical and physical levels for all our tours.

We want our clients to fully enjoy the experience, feeling safe, capable, and taken care of.

 

Cinzia Lacerenza

What an amazing day! A friend and I wanted to bike around the Murten lake and go up to Vineyards in the area. Ana Elisa organized all the tour (plus an amazing picnic) and guided us around, showing us amazing sites I had no ideia even existed. I recommend Bike in Switzerland to everyone!!

Marc Metzger

Me and my girlfriend wanted to explore a bit more of the south Switzerland. We asked Ana to recommend us a tour and she took us to Ticino. The destination? Valle Maggia. What an amazing day!!! We had a picnic there and biked all the way up to Bignasco. The e-bikes were excellent and the tour beyond special! Thank you, Ana.

Raquel Furtado

I have no words to describe the quality of the tours Bike in Switzerland provides. Already did 4 e-bike trips with Ana.

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