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My day on the bike

Do you want to cycle in a beautiful setting without suffering from cramps the next day? The electric bike seems to be the perfect solution. Between forest, vineyard, lake, picturesque buildings and glass(s) of wine, the route that awaits us today promises a total change of scenery. With our tyres inflated and our water bottles filled, we are ready to start this day under the sign of an ancient proverb which says that "the wheel that turns does not rust"!

Lavaux, a terraced vineyard listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, no less! Much more than an Instagrammable setting, it's an authentic living landscape where each season reveals another facet of its beauty.

The MOBtransports passengers from Vevey station to Les Pléiades, a mountain in the heights of Vevey. The journey takes about 45 minutes and allows you to admire the panorama in complete peace.

A generic square placeholder image with rounded corners in a figure. — In Lavaux the landscape is splendid, but let us keep an eye on the road...

"Life is like an electric bicycle: when the battery is empty everything becomes difficult..."
Alice

Steps

1. Getting started

To get the day off to a good start, the MOB takes us from Vevey station to the village of Blonay. This is where the Chemin de fer - musée Blonay-Chamby is located, a veritable living temple to the glory of steam locomotives.

2. Putting your foot in the stirrup

From Blonay, our sporting journey has only just begun. Indeed, we take our eBike to go to the Buvette des Mossettes. Lined with resinous trees, the path seems to transport us to the Canadian countryside!

3. Refreshment!

Our delicious charcuterie and cheese board is coming to an end, it's time to hop on our eBike and head back to Blonay.

4. Hair in the wind

From Blonay, we reach St-Légier, the neighbouring village, before heading down towards Corsier-sur-Vevey, Charlie Chaplin's place of residence for 25 years.

5. In the vineyards

The ride continues in Lavaux, a UNESCO World Heritage site. The view is so beautiful that we can hardly believe our eyes!

6. After the effort, the comfort

A small aperitif awaits us after so much energy. This glass of chilled Chasselas takes us on a journey through all the nuances of the local terroir: a delight.

7. Picturesque village

Our route continues towards St-Saphorin, a charming little winegrowing village. We pass by the Auberge de l'Onde and a delicious smell tickles our nostrils. Unfortunately, there is no time to stop!

8. The ultimate reward

Phew! A last effort and we arrive at the quays of Vevey to relax on the terrace by the lake... Tchin!

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