Gravel races in the canton of Zug

With its two lakes, wooded hills and cherry orchards, the canton of Zug unfolds a dense network of farm and forest tracks. Farms follow one another along the heights, connected by white gravel paths that hug the terrain 🌾. Down below, the Lorze traces a calm line of water between Baar and Cham.

For a gravel race in the canton of Zug, the most popular routes combine riverbanks and high-altitude trails. The shores of Lake Zug offer fast tracks, perfect for warming up your legs before tackling the Zugerberg. Higher up, the trails toward Menzingen and the Ägerital demand strong legs and a suitable gear ratio 🚵. Spring, when the cherry trees blossom, 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 will save you many a cold sweat. Here, gravel lets you link villages and alpine pastures without crossing a single busy road.

The gravel race calendar for Zug is still to be filled in 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 that approach Lake Ägeri pass near the site of the Battle of Morgarten, fought in 1315 against the Habsburgs ⚔️. A stop at a village café rounds off the ride nicely, with a slice of kirsch cake and a view of the Alps. Whether it's a leisurely discovery ride or a hard-fought race, choose the path that appeals to you 🧭.