Ilanzer Tiefblicktour with Rhine gorge feeling and viewing platforms

Medium

53.2 km

6:25 h

1393 mhd

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Bei Bahnhof Valendas-Sagogn, Blick in die Rheinschlucht

This long bike tour from Ilanz can be ridden from spring to fall. The route touches the Rhine Gorge, offers impressive views and is a real insider tip when it comes to route combinations.

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Highest Point 1144 m

Lowest Point 609 m

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Start

Ilanz

Destination

Ilanz

Coordinates

46.775228, 9.207071

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Description

You get your first tentative low view shortly after Ilanz at the suspension bridge over the Rhine. It's like getting used to the low views that follow. Now it's off to the sunny side and later back down to the rushing Vorderrhein in Valendas. From Valendas-Sagogn station to the village of Valendas, it's uphill pedaling for the time being. A short detour to the hidden Alix viewing platform - beware of the low view - and then on along side roads and real insider trails to Versam and on into the Versam ravine. Another low view. The ravine bridge, which was still used for normal road traffic a few years ago(!), offers you a fantastic view of the Rabiusabach stream, which gently rushes out of the Safiental valley.

As soon as you start pedaling, we'll guide you to another highlight of the tour: of course, a low view! However, you have to climb this point on foot from the small log cabin. But the few meters are definitely worth it. On the onward journey, you can climb briefly onto a small platform next to the road before entering the Bonaduz forest. On the short section down to the large suspension bridge - watch out for the low view - at Trin railroad station, biking is prohibited. This makes sense because it is very steep here and there are often lots of hikers on the trail.

Up to the famous viewing platform “il Spir” in Conn - the next low view - you can test your form and crank up around 400 meters in altitude on side and gravel roads. Take your time and enjoy the 350-metre-deep view into the Rhine Gorge - the “Grand Canyon of Switzerland”. Up to Laax Staderas, there are only around 100 meters of elevation gain before it's all downhill, with a few exceptions. You return to Ilanz via the village of Sagogn.

Geheimtipp

Fancy a leisurely visit to a restaurant? There are various places to stop for a bite to eat, from the elegant restaurant with a view to the improvised Bahnhofbeizli.

-Ilanz: Various options for restaurants

-Valendas-Sagogn Station: Café Zwischenstation and handicrafts

-Valendas village: Gasthaus am Brunnen

-Versam village: Gasthaus Rössli

-Trin station: RealisierBar

-At the viewing platform “Il Spir”: Restaurant CONN

-Restaurants in Sagogn: Vista and Stiva Grischuna

Sicherheitshinweis

The tour should not be undertaken in uncertain weather conditions. Weather changes are frequent in the mountains. If a rain front or similar is approaching during the hike, you should turn back in good time.

144 Emergency call, first aid

1414 Mountain rescue REGA

112 International emergency call

Ausrüstung

Mountain bike, helmet, gloves, bike shoes, goggles, rain and sun protection, drink, repair kit, first aid kit

Directions

Ilanz - Suspension Bridge Sagogn - Valendas - Versam - Versamertobel - Bonaduz Forest - Trin - Conn - Staderas - Sagogn - Ilanz

Directions

Public Transport

From Chur or Disentis by train to Ilanz

Anreise Information

Über Flims, Versam oder ab Disentis bis nach Ilanz.

Parking

Most parking spaces are available at the market square in Ilanz. Further parking spaces are available throughout Ilanz.

Waypoints

Train Station Surselva

Transfer Postbus (Flowtour)

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Tourist Information Center Surselva

Surselva

Surprisingly versatile: At the heart of the Alops, between the source of the Rhine and the Rhine gorge, lies the Surselva valley. In these beautiful mountain villages you will find perfect conditions for active or relaxing holidays.

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Bus Station Surselva

Ilanz, Bahnhof/Post

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E-bike charging station Surselva

E-Bike Ladestation Ilanz Glennerstrasse 22

The charging station is located at the office building, opposite Menzli Sport, right next to the bike wash. The charging cables are located in the charging cable box next to the charging station.

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Bridge Surselva

Brücke, Schluein-Castrisch

Between Castrisch and Schluein there has been a pedestrian bridge over the Rhine since the beginning of 2017.

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Golf Course Flims Laax Falera

Sagogn - Buna vista

View of an impressive Alpine panorama.

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Restaurant Flims Laax Falera

Ustria Stiva Grischuna

Experience and enjoy the simple cuisine of Graubünden. Stiva Grischuna Sagogn: solid - hospitable - cozy.

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E-bike charging station Surselva

E-Bike Ladestation Valendas-Sagogn Bahnhof

While your e-mountain bike recharges your batteries, you can relax on a sun terrace or discover interesting cultural treasures.

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Coffee Shop Surselva

Café Zwischenstation und Handwerk

Cosy little pub in the Valendas - Sagogn station building.

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Public Facility Surselva

Holzbrunnen Valendas

Valendas is home to the largest wooden fountain in Europe. While the fountain used to be the only source of water in the village, today it serves more as a meeting place and welcome source of refreshment in summer.

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E-bike charging station Surselva

E-Bike Ladestation Valendas Dorf

While your e-mountain bike recharges your batteries, you can relax on a sun terrace or discover interesting cultural treasures.

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Restaurant Surselva

Gasthaus Am Brunnen

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Rheinschlucht/Ruinaulta: Ilanz - Reichenau (oua_27537870_image)

Viewpoint Surselva

Aussichtsplattform Alix in Valendas

The Alix observation deck is located in Valendas. From the platform, visitors can enjoy an impressive view of the confluence of the Carrera stream. The viewing platform is accessible via the hiking trail from Valenda's village.

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Viewpoint Surselva

Aussichtsplattform Islabord in Versam

The wooden balconies designed by engineer Jürg Conzett offer great views of the Rhine Gorge. The observation deck is within walking distance of Versam village.

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Restaurant Surselva

Gasthaus Rössli

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E-bike charging station Surselva

E-Bike Ladestation Versam

While your e-mountain bike recharges your batteries, you can relax on the sun terrace or discover interesting cultural treasures. The charging cables are available at Gasthaus Rössli . Please note the opening hours.

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Viewpoint Surselva

Aussichtsplattform Islabord

The wooden balconies created by engineer Jürg Conzett provide great insights and deep views into the Rhine Gorge.

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Bridge Surselva

Versamer Brücke

One of the first bridge scaffolds that Coray created, the one for the mighty Versamer Bridge, had the difficulty that the distance between the two scaffolding flanks was no less than 25 m.

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Viewpoint Chur

Viewing platform Spitg

The "Spitg" viewing platform offers a unique 270° view of the Versamer Tobel, the Rhine Gorge and the Trins mountains.

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Viewpoint Chur

Aussichtsplattform Spitg

The viewing platform for romantics! The Spitg platform offers a unique 270-degree view of the Versamer Tobel, the Rhine Gorge and the Flims mountains. You can reach the observation deck of Versam village or Trin station in about 1.5 hours on foot.

The platform is located on the main road between Versam and Bonaduz. Few parking spaces are available.

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Viewpoint Chur

Aussichtsplattform Zault

Right at the beginning of the Rhine Gorge, a natural elevation spirals up and offers an overwhelming view of the Rhine Gorge. The viewing platform can be reached via the hiking trail from Trin Station.

The observation deck is located on the main road between Bonaduz and Versam. Few parking spaces are available.

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Viewpoint Chur

Aussichtsplattform Zault

Observation platform at the Rhine Gorge

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Restaurant Flims Laax Falera

Trin Staziun

A destination that is also worthwhile from a culinary point of view...

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E-bike charging station Flims Laax Falera

E-bike charging station Trin Station

While your e-mountain bike recharges its batteries, you can relax on the sun terrace of the Ustria Trin Staziun.

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Fountain Flims Laax Falera

Water fountain Pintrun Trin Mulin

Fresh drinking water, you are welcome to fill up your drinking bottle here.

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Viewpoint Flims Laax Falera

Observation platform Il Spir

A visit to the observation deck "Il Spir" you must not miss. From this you can enjoy a beautiful 180 ° view over the Rhine Gorge.

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Restaurant Flims Laax Falera

Restaurant Conn

Culinary enjoyment surrounded by the breathtaking atmosphere of the Swiss Grand Canyon. We spoil your palate with regional delicacies in the middle of the magical nature of Flims.

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Fountain Flims Laax Falera

Wasserbrunnen Staderas Laax Murschetg

Fresh drinking water, you are welcome to fill up your water bottle here

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Fountain Flims Laax Falera

Water fountain Sagogn Planezzas Playground

Fresh drinking water, you are welcome to fill up your drinking bottle here.

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E-bike charging station Surselva

E-Bike Ladestation Städtli Ilanz

The charging station is located next to the Städtlibeiz in the old town of Ilanz. The charging cables are located in the charging cable box next to the charging station.

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