La Vuelta del Mundo · Neuchâtel
Our workshops
Practical courses for people who want to travel by bicycle with greater confidence. Learn to understand your bicycle better, choose equipment sensibly and avoid common mistakes before departure.
Which workshop suits you?
Six options, from mechanical basics to long-distance travel. The courses combine bicycle mechanics, travel experience, safety, navigation, equipment advice and practical preparation.
Bicycle mechanics
For everyday cyclists and cycle travellers who want to understand their bicycle better.
Solve small problems yourself and assess repair quotations more confidently.
E-bike
For people planning to travel with an e-bike.
Use your e-bike, equipment and digital tools safely and efficiently.
Travel preparation – 1 day
For people who want to learn the basics of independent cycle travel in a compact, practical course.
Understand equipment, gain confidence and make sensible use of time and money.
Europe – 2 days
For medium- to long-term cycling journeys in Europe and comparable destinations.
Organise accommodation, stages, camping, transport and technical matters better.
Expedition / long-distance travel
For long cycling journeys, expeditions and demanding destinations such as the Silk Road or Pan-American route.
Solve problems independently and remain more self-sufficient on the road.
Long-distance travel without a bicycle
For people planning a journey or expedition to distant countries using other means of transport.
Avoid administrative mistakes, unnecessary costs and common risks.
Bicycle mechanics
Duration: 4 hours
Price: CHF 99
Group: Maximum 8 participants
Who is it for?
For everyday cyclists and cycle travellers who want to understand their bicycle better.
This course teaches the most important mechanical basics so that you can understand your bicycle better, solve small problems yourself and assess repair quotations more confidently.
What you learn · Content & programme
- Safety check: brakes, bolts, spokes, tyres, frame, rims, luggage rack, suspension and gears
- Puncture repair: remove the wheel and tyre, replace or repair the inner tube and reassemble everything
- Check and adjust brakes: recognise wear on disc and rim brakes and centre brake pads
- Set and fine-tune gears
- Adjust saddle height, stem and handlebars for comfort and efficiency
- Check chain wear and set suspension correctly
- Check the headset and adjust it if necessary
- Choose the right spare parts
- Assess whether a repair quotation is realistic
Practical component
Hands-on bicycle exercises: safety check, puncture repair, adjustments and maintenance.
Bicycle & equipment
A roadworthy bicycle is required according to the general workshop information.
You can enquire about a rental bicycle or e-bike at La Vuelta del Mundo. Please mention your rental needs when contacting us.
E-bike
Duration: 1 day · 3½ + 4 hours
Price: CHF 209
Group: Maximum 6 participants
Who is it for?
For people planning to travel with an e-bike.
Learn to use your e-bike, equipment and digital tools efficiently. This helps you gain confidence, avoid unnecessary costs and reduce problems on the road.
What you learn · Content & programme
- Choose suitable equipment: useful quality, packing list, tools and spare parts
- Bicycle and equipment: transport, assembly, adjustments, comfort, punctures, brakes and maintenance
- First aid: secure an accident scene, common injuries and emergency numbers
- Ride a loaded e-bike: urban traffic, off-road, climbs, descents, weather, health and safety
- Electronics and navigation: smartphone, tablet, apps, connections, troubleshooting and route planning
- Recognise risks and respond correctly: theft, fraud, accidents, lost documents and important contacts
Practical component
Group ride: 15 to 40 km, depending on fitness and conditions.
Bicycle & equipment
You need an e-bike in good condition. If you do not have a suitable e-bike, you must rent one for the workshop.
You can enquire about a rental bicycle or e-bike at La Vuelta del Mundo. Please mention your rental needs when contacting us.
Travel preparation – 1 day
Duration: 1 day · 2 × 3½ hours
Price: CHF 189
Group: Maximum 6 participants
Who is it for?
For people who want to learn the basics of independent cycle travel in a compact, practical course.
This workshop is for people wanting to learn the key basics of independent cycle travel in one compact, practical day.
What you learn · Content & programme
- Choose suitable equipment for touring or bikepacking
- Reassemble your bicycle after transport and adjust it for comfort
- Repair punctures, change tyres, adjust brakes and carry out maintenance
- First aid, securing an accident scene, common injuries and emergency numbers
- Ride a loaded bicycle in traffic, uphill and downhill
- Navigate with apps, maps and cycle-route signs
- Recognise and avoid risks and respond correctly in difficult situations: fraud, corruption, theft, accidents, lost documents and important contacts
Practical component
Group ride of 10 to 20 km.
Bicycle & equipment
A roadworthy bicycle is essential for this workshop.
You can enquire about a rental bicycle or e-bike at La Vuelta del Mundo. Please mention your rental needs when contacting us.
Europe – 2 days
Duration: 2 days · 4 × 3½ hours
Price: CHF 369
Group: Maximum 6 participants
Who is it for?
For medium- to long-term cycling journeys in Europe and comparable destinations.
This workshop is ideal for medium- to long-term cycling journeys in Europe, North America, Japan, Taiwan, New Zealand and similar destinations. Learn to organise your journey better administratively and technically: accommodation, camping, transport, stage planning, punctures, navigation and dealing with unexpected situations.
What you learn · Content & programme
- Choose equipment, tools, spare parts and transport sensibly
- Assemble, adjust and maintain your bicycle after transport
- Repairs on the road: tyres, brakes, chain, spokes and temporary fixes
- First aid and emergency contacts
- Training, fitness, recovery and managing exertion
- Ride safely with luggage in cities, on climbs and descents and in changing weather
- Nutrition, hydration and energy
- Navigate with a smartphone, maps and realistic stages
- Accommodation, local culture, language barriers and saving money
- Recognise risks, prevent them and respond correctly: fraud, corruption, theft, accidents, lost documents and important contacts
- Camping and lightweight, compact equipment
Practical component
Group ride of 20 to 50 km.
Bicycle & equipment
A bicycle is essential for this workshop. It must be roadworthy.
You can enquire about a rental bicycle or e-bike at La Vuelta del Mundo. Please mention your rental needs when contacting us.
Expedition / long-distance travel
Duration: 2 days · 4 × 3½ hours
Price: CHF 349
Group: Maximum 6 participants
Who is it for?
For long cycling journeys, expeditions and demanding destinations such as the Silk Road or Pan-American route.
This workshop is for people planning long cycling journeys, expeditions or demanding destinations such as the Silk Road or Pan-American route. Save time and money on planning, transport, visas, equipment and technical decisions. At the same time, learn to solve problems yourself and remain more self-sufficient on the road.
What you learn · Content & programme
- Choose equipment and means of transport correctly
- Reassemble, adjust and maintain your bicycle after transport
- Punctures, brakes, chain, spokes and temporary fixes in remote regions
- First aid, apps and emergency contacts
- Training, physical preparation and recovery
- Ride a loaded touring bicycle safely
- Nutrition, fluids, energy and weight
- Navigation, maps, apps and realistic stage planning
- Culture, language, accommodation, local tips and saving money
- Recognise and avoid risks and act correctly in an emergency: fraud, corruption, theft, accidents, lost documents and important contacts
- Camping, wild camping, equipment and weather risks
Practical component
Group ride of 20 to 50 km over two days.
Bicycle & equipment
A bicycle is essential. A touring or gravel bicycle is recommended.
You can enquire about a rental bicycle or e-bike at La Vuelta del Mundo. Please mention your rental needs when contacting us.
Long-distance travel without a bicycle
Duration: 4 hours
Price: CHF 119
Group: Maximum 12 participants
Who is it for?
For people planning a journey or expedition to distant countries using other means of transport.
This workshop is for people planning a journey or expedition to distant countries, including without a bicycle. It focuses on preparation, safety, controlling costs and travelling independently.
What you learn · Content & programme
- Preparation before departure: equipment, packing lists, means of transport and practical decisions
- First aid: securing an accident scene, apps and emergency numbers
- Nutrition: hygiene, drinking water, hydration and energy
- Navigation and orientation: maps, Google Maps and other smartphone apps
- Culture and saving money: language barriers, local habits, accommodation, prices and practical travel tips
- Risks: fraud, corruption, theft, accidents, lost documents and important contacts
- Camping: suitable places, weather, safety, equipment and legal questions about wild camping
Practical component
Practical preparation and guidance for independent travel.
Bicycle & equipment
No bicycle required.
Practical information
Location & contact
The workshops take place in Neuchâtel .
La Vuelta del Mundo
Rue de Fontaine-André 5
2000 Neuchâtel, Switzerland
Please confirm the meeting point, date and start time when enquiring.
Bicycle, equipment & rental
Except for “Long-distance travel without a bicycle”, a roadworthy bicycle is required. The e-bike workshop needs a suitable e-bike; a touring or gravel bicycle is recommended for the expedition workshop.
Basic cycling knowledge, such as changing gears, is required.
Rental bicycle or e-bike from La Vuelta del Mundo on request. Please check rental price and availability directly.
When enquiring, confirm which equipment you should bring.
The next step
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Which workshop suits your journey? Tell us your preferred course and date and whether you need a rental bicycle or e-bike.