- 4:35 h
- 58.85 km
- 917 m
- 961 m
- 425 m
- 861 m
- 436 m
- Start: Sursee
- Destination: Lucerne
Enjoy the seventh and final stage of Route 1291 to the fullest once again. From Sursee it leads to Beromünster with the magnificent St. Michael’s Collegiate Church. From here, head to Heidegg Castle and Heidegg Winery, take a detour into the Aargau region to Beinwil and then back to Hochdorf in Lucerne canton. Enjoy the Seetal around Lake Baldegg and let the landscape take effect. Slowly but surely, you will feel how the landscape becomes more urban as you pass through the Lucerne agglomeration. After Rothenburg and Emmenbrücke, the route leads you back to the starting point of Route 1291 at Lucerne station. Now treat yourself to a cool drink in a nice bar on Lake Lucerne or a delicious ice cream in one of the many gelaterias in the city.
Route length: approx. 60 km | Ascent 920 m | Descent 960 m
Waypoints
Good to know
Pavements
Best to visit
Directions
From Sursee the route takes you uphill to Beromünster. From here you ride across the Lucerne Seetal: After Hitzkirch comes Beinwil, Hohenrain, Ballwil and finally Hochdorf. Then you go around Eschenbach via Emmen and Emmenbrücke back to Lucerne.
Observe the signage on this route. On some sections, there is a partial ban on fast e-bikes (45 km/h with yellow number). Here you can find the traffic signals and their meaning.
When passing farmyards, we thank you on behalf of the farmers for driving at a reduced, adapted speed.
Tour information
Stop at an Inn
Equipment
- E-bike (including spare battery, if possible) and charger for on the go
- Suitable equipment for your own safety
If you don’t own your own e-bike, we recommend «Rent a Bike». Rent the right e-bike for you online and conveniently pick it up at Lucerne station.
Additional information
Historical highlights of stage 7
- Beromünster: National transmitter and Collegiate chapter
- Seetal: Heidegg Castle
- Lucerne: Chapel Bridge with Water Tower
Culinary highlights of stage 7
- Seetal: Herlisberg inn
- Lucerne: Max Chocolatier
Overnight tips for stage 7:
- Sursee: Hotel Sursee
- Lucerne: Hotel Drei Könige
Literature
Author
Luzern Tourismus AG
Organization
Region Luzern-Vierwaldstättersee
Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author
The Seetal is the Lucerne valley of castles. Take this opportunity to visit the impressive castles and palaces on site. From Heidegg Castle you can look out over the Heidegg winery, which impresses with an exciting selection of white and red wines as well as other specialties.
Safety guidelines
This stage leads over busy roads. Pay attention to your safety in road traffic.
Observe the signage on this route. On some sections, there is a partial ban on fast e-bikes (45 km/h with yellow number). Here you can find the traffic signals and their meaning.
When passing farmyards, we thank you on behalf of the farmers for driving at a reduced, adapted speed.
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