Bichelsee-Balterswil is a region in Switzerland characterized by its diverse and appealing landscape, offering a variety of natural features ideal for outdoor pursuits. The area features rolling hills, picturesque valleys, and extensive forest areas, alongside tranquil bodies of water such as Lake Bichelsee. This varied topography provides a suitable setting for several sports like road cycling, touring cycling, hiking, gravel biking, and more.
The Bichelsee-Balterswil region provides a wide array of outdoor activities and routes…
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3.7
(3)
19
riders
32.5km
02:39
570m
570m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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22
riders
35.5km
02:32
530m
530m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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33
riders
42.8km
02:31
370m
370m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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55
riders
42.2km
02:44
270m
270m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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654
riders
44.4km
01:52
310m
310m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.5
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345
riders
84.8km
04:15
1,320m
1,320m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

4.4
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123
riders
40.1km
02:00
580m
580m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.0
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68
riders
60.7km
03:04
900m
900m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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49
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

5.0
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29
hikers
9.69km
02:56
290m
290m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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20
hikers
8.79km
02:28
160m
160m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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8
hikers
7.04km
02:12
260m
260m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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43
riders
42.1km
03:17
670m
670m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

5.0
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39
riders
26.6km
01:55
470m
470m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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30
riders
12.9km
00:45
60m
60m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
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25
riders
59.8km
03:47
470m
470m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.0
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22
riders
42.0km
03:30
920m
920m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.8
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49
riders
34.0km
02:38
540m
540m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
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20
riders
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

12
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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15
runners
10km
01:06
190m
190m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

15
runners
9.02km
00:56
60m
60m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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8
runners
6.32km
00:41
80m
80m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
runners
9.84km
01:05
180m
180m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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12
hikers
6.98km
02:37
410m
410m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

2
hikers
14.9km
04:42
500m
500m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

2
hikers
10.1km
03:02
320m
320m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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4
hikers
22.5km
07:18
930m
930m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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Bichelsee-Balterswil offers a diverse range of outdoor activities, including Road cycling, Touring cycling, Hiking, Gravel biking, Mountain biking, Jogging, and Mountaineering. The region features rolling hills, valleys, and Lake Bichelsee, providing varied terrain for these pursuits.
Bichelsee-Balterswil is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 27,000 visitors having explored routes in the region. The 79 available routes have an average rating of 4.51 out of 5 stars.
Bichelsee-Balterswil offers various road cycling routes, predominantly on paved surfaces. These routes are integrated into broader cycling networks across Thurgau and Zürich. Explore options in the Road Cycling Routes around Bichelsee-Balterswil guide.
Yes, Bichelsee-Balterswil is a prime location for hiking, offering a variety of trails. The 200-kilometer (124-mile) Thurgau circular hiking route passes through this area. Shorter, casual hikes, such as those around Lake Bichelsee, are also popular. Find more in the Hiking around Bichelsee-Balterswil guide.
Bichelsee-Balterswil is suitable for gravel biking, with routes that include unpaved segments and cross-country sections. The finely detailed landscapes and attractive downhills offer varied terrain for gravel riders. Consult the Gravel biking around Bichelsee-Balterswil guide for specific routes.
Yes, Bichelsee-Balterswil features mountain biking trails, some with singletrack terrain and varying difficulty levels. These trails contribute to the region's diverse outdoor offerings. Details can be found in the MTB Trails around Bichelsee-Balterswil guide.
The region is characterized by its charming and varied topography, including the idyllic Lake Bichelsee, rolling hills, and valleys. Other features include forest areas and viewpoints like the Schauenberg Ruins and Panoramic Viewpoint, offering extensive vistas.
Bichelsee-Balterswil offers a variety of routes catering to different skill levels, including easy paths suitable for families. Casual hikes around Lake Bichelsee are popular choices for family outings. Many touring cycling routes are also designed to be accessible.
Komoot offers several guides for Bichelsee-Balterswil, including Road Cycling Routes, Hiking, Gravel biking, and MTB Trails. There are also guides for Touring cycling, Jogging, and Mountaineering.
The official website for the municipality of Bichelsee-Balterswil is bichelsee-balterswil.ch. This site provides general information about the local administration and services.
The general phone number for the municipal administration of Bichelsee-Balterswil is +41583469977. This number can be used for general inquiries regarding the municipality.

