Day 3: Murten → Chamoson

This was a monster of a day—140 kilometers and over 2,500 meters of climbing. We set off early, tracing quiet roads past Lake Murten before heading into the Bernese Oberland. The mountains grew steeper with each turn of the crank. Narrow climbs, chilly descents, and stunning views defined the day. We passed through Gruyères and Saanen, fueled by cheese, chocolate, and determination. The final descent into the Rhône Valley was long and fast, with vineyards flanking our arrival in Chamoson. Exhausted but elated, we ended the day in a sun-drenched alpine village surrounded by silence and peaks.