Bold e-bike tours from Willisau
For individuals or groups
Whether a stage of the Herzroute or the Herzschlaufe Napf. From Willisau, you can choose from four different e-bike routes.
Travel comfortably by train to Willisau. Then a short walk of approx. 7 minutes. Follow the signs to Rent a Bike, Steinmatt 1.
Heart route stage 6: Willisau–Burgdorf
The 63 km route is a popular classic and takes you through the fascinating Emmental mountain landscape. Enjoy spectacular views over the Jura all the way to the Alps. The bike garden at Gasthof Bären in Madiswil is the ideal place for a short break.
Key figures
Route: | Willisau–Zell–Madiswil–Affoltern–Lützelflüh–Burgdorf |
Distance: | 63 km, of which 10.5 on natural paths |
Elevation difference: | 1210 m, very hilly |
Ride time: | max. 4 hours |
Signposting: | regional signposting Heart Route (No. 99); |
Intensity: | medium (electric bike) |
Stage map & tour information
Heart route stage 7: Willisau–Zug
The 72-kilometer tour leads past Lake Sempach to Lake Zug. It takes you through the three historic towns of Willisau, Sempach and Zug. The gently rolling hills are ideal for a relaxed E-bike tour: Special highlights are the chapels along the way, and the ride over the Ruswil Mountain, which offers a magnificent view of the Alps and the lakes.
Key figures
Route: | Willisau–Neuenkirch–Sempach–Eschenbach–Cham–Hünenberg-Zug |
Distance: | 72 km, 11 km of which on natural surface |
Elevation difference: | 1050 m, very hilly |
Ride time: | 5 hours |
Signposting: | regional signposting Heart Route (No. 99); |
Intensity: | medium (electric bike) |
Stage map & tour information
Napf Heart Loop: Willisau–Langnau i. E.
The journey Willisau–Langnau is a stunning ride at the Alpine foothills. Alternating between the sombre fissures of the Napf and the lovely pastures of Emmental and Oberaargau.
Key figures
Route: | Willisau–Eriswil–Wyssachen–Sumiswald–Lüderenalp–Langnau i. E. |
Distance: | 58 km, 4 km of which on natural surface |
Elevation difference: | 1500 m, very hilly |
Ride time: | 5 hours |
Signposting: | regional signposting Heart Route (No. 399); |
Intensity: | medium (electric bike) |
Stage map & tour information
Napf Heart Loop: Willisau–Entlebuch
The Entlebuch-Willisau stage is a wonderfully wild rodeo ride over the untamed hills and rugged ditches of the Napf region. Starting from Entlebuch, you ride along secluded paths through the biosphere reserve.
Key figures
Route: | Willisau - Hergiswil b. W .- Luthern - Menzberg - Holzwege-Romoss - Doppleschwand - Entlebuch |
Distance: | 54 km, 7 km of which on natural surface |
Elevation difference: | 1600 m |
Ride time: | max. 6 hours |
Signposting: | regional signposting Heart Route (No. 399) |
Intensity: | medium (electric bike) |
Stage map & tour information
E-Bike Rental
Travel conveniently by train to your excursion destination, collect your bike directly from the station and start your bike tour (Willisau rental station: approx. 7 minutes' walk from the station. Follow the signs to Rent a Bike, Steinmatt 1).
- Book your rental bike online or by phone in advance.
- Payments are made directly to the bike rental location on the day of hire.
- The trip by e-bike is available to those aged 16 and over (or 14 and over with a moped permit).
- CHF 5.00 reduction on the complete e-bike booking with a half fare or GA card.
Price example e-bike rental 1 day (A-B)
- CHF 70.00 Adults
- CHF 65.00 GA / Half-fare / STS
- CHF 65.00 Children 14 to 15.99 years (only with moped ID)
Repatriation fee
A return fee of CHF 10.00 will be charged for the return of e-bikes and bikes at different rental stations.
Groups and schools
- Groups:
The group discount of 20% on everything (including return fees) is available for bookings of at least ten rental items. Reductions with GA/half fare are no longer possible. - Schools:
The school discount of 30% on the category bike/MTB-V-Brake (price category 1), the accessories and the return fee is available for bookings of school classes accompanied by a teacher with at least ten rental items.
Rental station opening hours
Opening times, bike rental station (electric bike collection)
Willisau | Mon–Sun | 09.00–12.00 hours / 13.30–18.00 hours |
Opening times, bike stations (electric bike return)
Burgdorf | Mon–Sun | 09.00–18.00 hours |
Zug / Hünenberg | Mon–Sun | 09.00–11.00 hours / 16.00–18.00 hours |
Langnau | Mon–Fri | 09.00–18.00 hours |
Sat–Sun | 09.00–12.00 hours / 13.00–18.00 hours | |
Entlebuch | Mon/Tue/Thu–Sun | 08.00–11.00 hours / 16.30–18.00 hours |
Wed | Appointment by phone: 041 480 12 27 |
Subject to change without prior notice
BLS suggestion
Heart Route for groups
The stages of the Heart Route are also available for groups. Inquire about the various offers and reserve your e-bikes or bicycles in advance.
Attractions
- Emmental Show Dairy
- The Town of Willisau
- Ringli store Willisau
- Willisau Distillery
- Experience report Listen to the experience report from Radio Neo 1
How to get there
Travel comfortably by train to Willisau. Then a short walk of approx. 7 minutes. Follow the signs to Rent a Bike, Steinmatt 1.
Location
Contact
Electric bike reservations
Information
- Rent a Bike AG
- +41 41 925 11 70
- Contact form
- Rentabike www.rentabike.ch