Today’s ride follows the Aare through the heart of Switzerland, from the railway crossroads of Olten to the spa town of Baden. Along the way we pass through Aarau and Brugg, where medieval art, psychiatry, and everyday Swiss life quietly intersect . We finish in one of my favorite towns: Baden. A place shaped by Roman baths, railways, and centuries of travelers.

On Day 7 of the Lite Route, you’ll follow the quiet bends of the Aare through the Swiss Mittelland, passing tidy farms, wooden bridges, and peaceful stretches of countryside.

We stop in Aarwangen for lunch beneath the old castle where Bern’s reeves once ruled, then continue toward the striking fortress of Aarburg, perched above the river.

The day ends in Zofingen, a beautifully preserved medieval town that’s perfect for an evening walk and a relaxed dinner. This episode gives you the highlights, a bit of history, and what to look out for along the way.

Today is your well-earned rest day in Solothurn, and this episode helps you make the most of it. Whether you choose the forest walk to the Verena Gorge, the cable-car ride up Mount Weissenstein, a river cruise to Biel, or simply exploring Solothurn’s cafés, shops, and baroque streets, you’ll find plenty to enjoy at an easy pace. It’s a gentle day designed to let your legs recover and give you a different view of this beautiful region before you get back on the bikes tomorrow.