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Switzerland
Espace Mittelland
Verwaltungsregion Oberland

Buchen Church – Oberhofen Castle loop from Merligen

Hard

4.3

(4)

122

riders

Buchen Church – Oberhofen Castle loop from Merligen

02:39

38.3km

670m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 22, 2026

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Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 26.9 km for 286 m

Open as destination only: • 10:00 PM-6:00 AM (otherwise open)

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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1

1.26 km

Lakeside rest area with a view of Lake Thun and Niesen

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Beautiful lake:-) You'll want to take a bath as soon as you walk out the door.

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2

5.81 km

View of Lake Thun from Sigriswil

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From up here you have a fantastic view of the deep blue Lake Thun.

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3

8.84 km

View of Lake Thun from Schwanden

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Beautiful panorama of the Bernese Oberland in the Schwanden area with lovely viewpoint restaurants.

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4

18.1 km

Buchen Church

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great viewpoint with a magnificent panoramic view. Behind the church, it is also worth taking the short walk to the Holzhüttli, with break benches.

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5

27.6 km

Thun Lock Bridge

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Saw this guy surfing the wave behind the flood gates in Thun.

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6

28.3 km

Lake Thun and Thun Castle

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Nice sensations

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7

31.9 km

Oberhofen Castle

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Entrance to the castle Oberhofen, Kt. Bern.

Today, the castle is a museum designed to reflect the history of former residents.

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8

32.9 km

Lake Thun

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Very nice round with great views

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B

38.3 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

34.3 km

2.46 km

1.40 km

102 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

29.4 km

8.45 km

501 m

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Highest point (1,080 m)

Lowest point (560 m)

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Thursday 2 July

26°C

15°C

56 %

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