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Bike Experience @ Ascona Lodge

Test Ride Weekend by Chiandussi Bike
13–15 March 2026

A weekend dedicated to the passion for electric mountain biking and gravel, featuring exclusive test rides, guided tours and great food.

The Bike Experience @ Ascona Lodge, in collaboration with Chiandussi Bike, was created to offer a complete experience in one of the most fascinating regions of Ticino.

The weekend will also feature the premium cycling apparel brand Café du Cycliste, presented by Decdo Cycling Ascona.

What to expect

  • Presentation of the new DJI motors in combination with the bicycle brand Megamo
  • Test rides with a dedicated fleet (over 30 bikes, including e-bikes and gravel)
  • Guided technical tours and workshops with industry experts
  • Expo area at Ascona Lodge
  • Programme tailored to participants’ skill levels
  • Excellent cuisine by the Fred Feldpausch Restaurants

Programme at a glance

Friday – Arrival & Welcome

  • Check-in from 2.00 pm
  • Official event presentation at 6.30 pm
  • Dinner included at Ristorante Sensi in Muralto/Locarno

Saturday – Bike Experience

  • Breakfast buffet from 7.30 am
  • Guided technical tours in the morning and afternoon
  • Technical workshops with representatives of the Megamo brand
  • Lunch included at Grotto Broggini in Losone
  • Public test bike area open (9.00 am–6.00 pm)
  • Optional Social Night Ride from 7.00 pm on gravel bikes, with Supernova lights provided free of charge

Sunday – Test & Relax

  • Breakfast buffet from 7.30 am
  • Free test rides and bike rental options (10.00 am–5.00 pm)
  • Free late check-out (subject to availability)

The package includes

  • 2 nights in a double room or double room for single use at Ascona Lodge
  • Breakfast buffet
  • Welcome Gift
  • Guided tours with experienced guides and technical workshops
  • Expo area and test bikes at Ascona Lodge
  • Friday dinner at Ristorante Sensi in Locarno/Muralto
  • Saturday lunch at Grotto Broggini in Losone
  • Fred Feldpausch restaurant voucher worth CHF 50 per person
  • Parking
  • Late check-out subject to availability
  • Ticino Ticket
  • 10% discount voucher at Chiandussi Bike

Important information

  • Limited number of participants: minimum 10 – maximum 30 people
  • The event will be confirmed once the minimum number of participants is reached

From CHF 499 per person in a double room (CHF 655 for single use).
The event will take place in all weather conditions.

Check availability

Reserve by phone at +41 91 791 36 92