Bike route on the tracks of the former mountain run

Medium

22 km

2:40 h

604 mhd

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Previously there was the Tavanasa mountain run. Unfortunately, this is history, but here we show you an attractive bike route from Brigels, which mostly runs on the old race track. On foot, over 600 meters of altitude gain is no "walk in the park," but with the bike, or even the e-bike, it can definitely be an enjoyment.

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Highest Point 1285 m

Lowest Point 732 m

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Start

Brigels (alternatively in Tavanasa or Rueun)

Destination

Brigels (alternatively in Tavanasa or Rueun)

Coordinates

46.771171, 9.067177

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Description

If you start the route from Brigels—alternatively also from Tavanasa or Rueun—you first have to conquer 500 meters of altitude. Mostly on single trails. Shortly before Tavanasa, we take you over a short trail usually only ridden by locals. Then the route continues along the Polenweg, gently downhill on a comfortable gravel road. At Rueun, you cross the covered wooden bridge built in 1839 and must, or may, steadily regain the altitude. Above the village, a quiet forest road branches off. Ideally, you meet other bikers here, but more likely a deer and higher up grazing cows. Finally, you roll over the beautiful Miglié high plateau to Lag da Breil and back to Brigels.

Hidden Gem

Enjoy the pre-finish of the route on the sunny terrace of the Hotel/Restaurant Ucliva.

This route can often be done early in spring. Snow probably lasts longest in the forest between Rueun and Waltensburg. Icy spots on the shaded Polenweg should be noted.

Safety Note

The route should not be started in uncertain weather conditions. Weather changes in the mountains are frequent. If a rain front or similar approaches during the route, you should turn back in good time.

Equipment

MTB, helmet, gloves and possibly knee pads, bike shoes, glasses, rain and sun protection, drinks, repair kit, first aid kit

Directions

Brigels - Mulin - Tavanasa - Polenweg - wooden bridge - Rueun - Uaul da Munt - Waltensburg - Miglié - Brigels

Directions

Public Transport

From the canton capital Chur, take the Rhaetian Railway through the spectacular Rhine Gorge to Ilanz and on to Tavanasa. Then take the post bus line 90.461 Tavanasa - Brigels to the Breil/Brigels, casa communala stop.

Travel Information

Take the A13 to Reichenau, then the main road 19 via Flims to Tavanasa and then up to Brigels.

Parking

Parking is available at the valley station parking lots of the Brigels cable cars.

Waypoints

Restaurant Surselva

Boutique-Hotel Vincenz

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Das Foto zeigt die Kapelle St. Antonius in Danis

Chapel Surselva

Chapel of St. Anthony of Padua, Danis

The chapel of St. Anthony of Padua stands to the north of the Holy Trinity parish church.

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Das Foto zeigt die Minigolfanlage mit vielen Besuchern.

Sports Facility Surselva

Minigolf Brigels

The miniature golf course is located south of the Lake Brigel in the vicinity of the tennis court and the playground. The Swimming lake and mountain railways can be reached in 5 minutes on foot. Many hiking, biking and Nordic walking routes lead past the facility. Car parking is available.

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Restaurant Surselva

Familienhotel Alpina

Turn your back on the stress of everyday life and immerse yourself in the family atmosphere of the family hotel Alpina.

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Place Surselva

Krimispass, Brigels

New case from July 2025.

Let yourself be carried away into tricky adventures full of puzzles around Brigels.

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Innenaufnahme des Infobüros/Post Brigels

Tourist Information Center Surselva

Surselva Tourism Info/Post, Brigels

We look forward to advising you personally at the counter and providing information about our activities and offers.

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Bridge Surselva

Holzbrücke, Rueun

The wooden bridge in

Rueun is the oldest covered wooden bridge in the canton of Graubünden and is a cantonal monument protection. The bridge crosses the Vorderrhein a little east of Rueun station. At its southern exit it joins the Polenweg.

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Restaurant Surselva

Hotel Ucliva

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Nahaufnahme der e-bike Ladestation in Waltensburg.

E-bike charging station Surselva

E-Bike Ladestation, Waltensburg

The charging station is located in front of the Hotel Ucliva in Waltensburg. The charging cables are located in the charging cable box next to the charging station.

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Das Foto zeigt die Infotafel für die E-Bike Ladestationen

E-bike charging station Surselva

E-Bike Ladestation, Brigels

The charging station in Brigels can be found at the "pumpa cumpriva" (white house) about 50 m behind the Hotel Vincenz in the direction of the valley station / bathing lake Brigels. The charging cables are located in the charging cable box next to the charging station.

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