Gravel races in the canton of Schwyz

With its two lakes, valleys and mid-altitude mountains, the canton of Schwyz offers a dense network of farm and forest tracks. Isolated farms dot the heights, linked by white gravel roads that follow the contours of the land 🌾. To the north, the plain around Lake Zurich offers faster, smoother routes, perfect for warming up.

For a gravel race in the canton of Schwyz, the most popular routes combine lakeshores and high-altitude trails. The surroundings of the Sihlsee, a reservoir lake surrounded by meadows, can be ridden on fast tracks. Higher up, the trails toward the Ibergeregg and the alpine pastures of the Ybrig demand strong legs and a suitable gear ratio. The Rigi, finally, provides long, steady tracks with views over several lakes 🚵. Spring and autumn remain the favorite seasons, with dry ground and forests in superb colors. The trails can stay muddy after heavy rain, so lightly studded tires can spare you many cold sweats. Here, gravel lets you connect villages and alpine pastures without encountering a single busy road.

The calendar of gravel races in Schwyz is still to be completed on Finishers, but other regions are already leading the way. On the shores of Lake Constance, the Bodensee Radmarathon offers a gravel format in September starting from Thal 🌅. In the Vaud Alps, the UCI The Majestics also welcomes trail enthusiasts in July. For other ride ideas, explore the gravel races in the canton of Zurich, those in the canton of Lucerne or the Gravel races in Switzerland page.

The loops around Einsiedeln cross the Via Jacobi, a pilgrimage route where walkers and cyclists share the same paths 🙏. A stop at Lake Lauerz rounds off the ride beautifully, before a final descent to Schwyz. Whether it's a leisurely exploration or a committed race, choose the path that appeals to you 🧭.