In the footsteps of Janka

Medium

23 km

3:00 h

818 mhd

820 mhd

Burgruine Schwarzenstein mit schönem Ausblick

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In Obersaxen, you can hone your technique and fitness not only on skis, but also in the bike saddle. Improve your riding technique in the area around Obersaxen. The fun certainly doesn't fall by the wayside in the country, where the alpine skiing Olympic champion Carlo Janka has his home.

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Technique

Fitness

Highest Point 1785 m

Lowest Point 1167 m

Best Season

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Start

Obersaxen Meierhof

Destination

Meierhof

Coordinates

46.748968, 9.100256

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Description

Obersaxen - Panoramatour.
At the least since Carlo Jankas triumph at the Winter Olympics in Vancouver and his win of the overall world cup in 2010 Obersaxen is a term in the world of sports. Here Janka has let his skitechnique flourish. Refine your technique and physical condition is in Obersaxen not just possible on skis, but also on your bike. The «Panoramatour» lends itself for this purpose as one of numerous variants. The tour lifes up to its name, since it attracts with its ample view onto mountains and valleys. And even in a cultural aspect interested bikers will be thoroughly satisfied: the route passes by the castle ruine Schwarzenstein, built in the 13th century from habitants of Rhäzüns, which had a sense for noble residential area amidst remote nature.

Worth seeing:
- Castle ruine Schwarzenstein

Note(s)
Catering possibilities:
- Var. in Meierhof
- Mountain guesthouse Cuolm Sura, Tel. +41 (0)81 933 13 02
- Mountain restaurant Wali, Tel. +41 (0)81 933 16 95

See also
Surselva Tourismus
Tel: +41 (0)81 920 11 00
E-Mail: info@surselva.info
Internet: www.surselva.info/bike

Geheimtipp

Worth seeing: Schwarzenstein castle ruins. Only a small plaque points to the hidden gem.

If you are traveling by e-bike, you can benefit from a total of four charging stations : Rufali Park, Cuolm Sura, Undermatt, Wali

If you want to skip the Wali mountain inn, you can also drive over the suspension bridge near Imschlacht.

Sicherheitshinweis

In uncertain weather conditions, the tour should not be started. Weather changes are frequent in the mountains. If a rain front, thunderstorm (risk of lightning) or similar comes up during the tour, you should turn back in time.

Ausrüstung

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

Directions

Meierhof - Misanenga - Platenga - Untermatt - Kartitscha - Wali - Tristel - St. Josef - Schwarzenstein - Tusa - Markal - Meierhof

Directions

Public Transport

By post bus from Ilanz to Obersaxen Meierhof

Anreise Information

From Ilanz via Flond to Obesaxen Meierhof

From Disentis/Tavanasa via Axastein to Obersaxen Meierhof

Parking

There are plenty of parking spaces available in the centre of Meierhof

Waypoints

E-bike charging station Surselva

E-Bike Ladestation Cuolm Sura, Surcuolm

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E-bike charging station Surselva

E-Bike Ladestation Wali

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Restaurant Surselva

Hotel Restaurant Central

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Restaurant Surselva

Restaurant Steinhauser

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Sports Shop Surselva

Casanova Sport AG

Choose from an extensive winter and summer assortment and enjoy the competent advice of the employees. Whether fashion or hardware in Casanova Sport you will find something suitable for every need.

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Attraction Surselva

Erzbergwerk

Two mines were once operated in the municipality of Obersaxen Mundaun. The silver mines of Affeier and the ironworks in the Platenga-Tobel, whose 240 m long tunnel system is now open to tourists. Surselva Tourism Info Obersaxen organises guided tours to the show mine during the summer.

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Farm Shop Surselva

Püraladali, Obersaxen

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Restaurant Surselva

Leo`s Snackbar

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Viewpoint Surselva

Durchblick Panoramatafel Kartitscha, Obersaxen

After a short ascent, the unique panoramic view awaits you at the Plàmpoort fireplace (1676 m above sea level.M) below the Kartitscha.

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Bridge Surselva

Hängebrücke Imschlacht, Obersaxen

The 44-metre-long suspension bridge over the Schlettertobel is an attraction in itself.

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Hotel Surselva

Berggasthaus Cuolm Sura, Surcuolm

The Cuolm Sura mountain inn is also suitable for a class or school camp.

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Tourist Information Center Surselva

Surselva Tourism, Info Obersaxen

The team at the Obersaxen information office will be happy to advise you personally at the counter in Meierhof and provide you with information about our Surselva vacation region, our activities and our offers.

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E-bike charging station Surselva

E-Bike Ladestation Rufalipark, Obersaxen

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