North-South Route
Section 2 Aarau–Luzern
From Aarau, city of glorious gables, through the remote Suhrental to Sursee on the Sempachersee, slowly recovering amid intensive farming activity. Luzern: gateway to Central Switzerland and tourist destination par excellence.
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Arrival / return travel
Our recommendations for arrival by public transport.
Rail, bus, boat recommendations
| Timetable | Public transport stops and route |
|---|---|
| Aarau | Show on map |
| Luzern | Show on map |
SwitzerlandMobility recommends covering the following sections by rail, bus or boat to shorten the route, to negotiate height differences or simply because it’s beautiful.
All recommendations
All recommendations
Length57 km
of which unsurfaced: 15 km
Height differenceAarau–Luzern: 280 m
Luzern–Aarau: 220 m
RequirementsGrade: easy
Conditions: easy
Helpful hintsBeware: busy main road Schenkon–Sempach.
Beware: busy main through-road Rothenburg.
SignalizationFor cycling, follow the logo indicated on the red signposts.
of which unsurfaced: 15 km
Height differenceAarau–Luzern: 280 m
Luzern–Aarau: 220 m
RequirementsGrade: easy
Conditions: easy
Helpful hintsBeware: busy main road Schenkon–Sempach.
Beware: busy main through-road Rothenburg.
SignalizationFor cycling, follow the logo indicated on the red signposts.
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AccommodationOvernight accommodation along the route
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Places of interest along the route
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