Herzschlaufe Burgdorf | 899 East
The eastern route on the fully signposted Veloland route No. 899 leads over little-known paths into the "Wynigenberge".
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The Herzschlaufe Burgdorf leads eastward into the "Wynigenberge", which magically offer a maze of small roads where you can enjoy yourself wonderfully. Along the way, you will be guided to small sights such as the historic inn "zum wilden Mann" (currently closed) in Ferrenberg or the "Glungge" in Brechershäusern, which served as a backdrop in the Gotthelf films and still impresses today. The 48 kilometers fly by and offer wonderful opportunities for a drink or a rest with a view into the distance.
Dining options: Along the route, cozy inns and small farm taverns await you. Some restaurants and cafés have irregular opening hours. To avoid riding hungry to the next door, we recommend checking the opening hours on the venues' websites in advance.
Tip from the author
From the hamlet of Ferrenberg, a 5-minute walk to the "Oberbüelchnubel", a hill with a magnificent view.
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The route takes you into the intimate Emmental hills around Burgdorf, with the hill cascade of the "Wynigenberge" being particularly attractive as it forms a viewpoint over the Mittelland and repeatedly offers views of the Jura and Alps. Starting from the proud castle town of Burgdorf, you climb to the viewpoint Lueg via small roads and reach the country inn Ferrenberg after a relaxed descent. Magnificent farmhouses and lush greens please your eye. After a few more kilometers, the route finds a passage to the flat area where the Emmental extends into the plains. A final hill section brings you back to Burgdorf via forest paths, where you arrive with a view of the castle.
The eastern loop takes guests to the "Wynigenberge", this wonderfully located hill cascade on the edge of the Mittelland. Here the views towards Jura and Alps pile up, and some highlights can be experienced that you would hardly have expected. The "Glungge" from the Gotthelf films still fascinates today.
Getting there
- Public Transport
Ideal arrival by train, rental station 50m next to the station.
- Parking
P+Rail Burgdorf sbb.ch/parking
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Safety Information
Wearing a bike helmet is recommended, and if motorbikes are prohibited, the e-bike motor (45 km/h) must be switched off. Further tips for safe cycling can be found at herzroute.ch/vademecum
Equipment
- E-bike or bicycle - E-bike reservation recommended via rentabike.ch
- Helmet
- E-bike charger
- Comfortable clothing
- Bag, backpack, or bike basket for purchases at farm and village shops
Additional information
Signage: The route is signposted in both directions as Route 899 "Herzschlaufe Burgdorf". Only between Burgdorf and Oberburg do you follow Route 24. Want to take a look at the Herzroute website? herzroute.ch
Note: There can be significant differences in altitude data between SchweizMobil & Outdooractive. This is due to differently resolved terrain models, with SchweizMobil already accounting for small differences.
Spend the night in the Emmental
We recommend enjoying your bike trip at a slower pace and spending the night in the Emmental. Guests have the choice: would you prefer to spend the night on a farm or in a traditional inn?
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