E-Bike Gigerwald - St. Martin

Medium

48.6 km

3:20 h

1065 mhd

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E-Bike Gigerwald - St. Martin (oua_28780798_cf09b81_profile)

The ambitious route climbs past the Mapragg and Gigerwald reservoirs to the Walser village of St. Martin. It returns to Bad Ragaz via paved and gravel roads as well as hiking trails.

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Highest Point 1350 m

Lowest Point 515 m

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Start

E-Bike Station Bad Ragaz

Destination

E-Bike Station Bad Ragaz

Coordinates

46.99979, 9.505267

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Description

On the former access road closed to motorized traffic, the ambitious route masters the climb into the Taminatal. Passing the hamlets of Balen and Gassaura, the impressive Tamina Bridge, an arch bridge with a 270 m span, amazes on the opposite valley side towards Pfäfers. In Valens stands the rehabilitation center, one of the leading rehabilitation clinics in Switzerland, specialized in the treatment of dysfunctions of the musculoskeletal system and the nervous system. The road leads with constant ups and downs to the reservoir basin of the Mapragg reservoir, along whose western shore we follow. A varied singletrail then takes us further to Vättis, from where the climb to the Gigerwald reservoir and the Walser settlement of St. Martin begins, a mysterious hamlet deep in the Calfeisental dating from the 14th century. The descent leads back to Tamina Therme Bad Ragaz via simple hiking trails, gravel and paved roads.

Hidden Gem

The Mapragg and Gigerwald reservoirs form the pumped-storage power plant Taminatal and draw water from Weisstannen, Calfeisen, and the Taminatal.

Equipment

Normal bike equipment. Functional clothing is an advantage as ascents and descents alternate.

Directions

Tamina Therme Bad Ragaz - Balen-Gassaura - Valens - Vasön - Mapragg Reservoir - Vättis - Gigerwald - Gigerwald Reservoir - St. Martin - Vättis - Vadura - Ragol - Pfäfers - Tamina Therme Bad Ragaz

Directions

Public Transport

You can reach Bad Ragaz by public transport in just over an hour from St. Gallen and Zurich. The train station is a 15-minute walk from the Tamina Therme. The postal bus stops directly in front of the Tamina Therme.

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Travel Information

The Tamina Therme Bad Ragaz is only a one-hour drive from St. Gallen and Zurich and 30 minutes from Feldkirch. Use the Maienfeld motorway exit and follow the signs or Google Maps: Tamina Therme on Google Maps .

Parking

Public parking is available in the Tamina Therme parking garage (fee required).

Waypoints

Fireplace Heidiland

Feuerstelle Oberer Bach

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Leisure/Service Heidiland

Mapragg Dam

Experience how energy is generated in the Tamina Valley!

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Museum Heidiland

Dragon hole Museum Vättis

The Drachenloch Museum Vättis showcases finds from the Drachenloch, including Paleolithic cave bear bones and documents from the excavation period 1917-1923. A mineral collection, Roman coins, and a model of the Walser settlement St. Martin complement the exhibition.

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Leisure/Service Heidiland

Gigerwald Dam

Cross the gigantic dam wall and enjoy the view of the beautiful Gigerwald lake!

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Viewpoint Heidiland

Chirchlikopf

Opposite the Church of St. Martin rises the Chirchlikopf, a wooded stone pyramid with energetic values that suggest an ancient cult site. The place offers an impressive view and historical significance.

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E-bike charging station Heidiland

E-Bike-Ladestation Sankt Martin

In the restaurant and hotel Sankt Martin, the energy stores of connoisseurs as well as their e-bikes can be recharged.

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Mountain Restaurant Heidiland

Berghotel Sankt Martin

The mountain hotel Sankt Martin in the Calfeisental offers a historic Walser settlement at 1350 m above sea level with restaurant and hotel operations. It features ten rooms and serves seasonal, regional dishes in a unique atmosphere.

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Restaurant Heidiland

Restaurant Sagastübli

The Sagastübli restaurant at Postplatz in Pfäfers offers snacks and small meals. It is located on popular biking routes and in an attractive hiking area, ideal for families, couples, and groups.

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Bridge Heidiland

Tamina Bridge

The Tamina Bridge connects Pfäfers and Valens at the entrance to the Tamina Valley. With a span of 260 meters, it is the largest arch bridge in Switzerland. A tour offers insights into its impressive construction.

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E-bike charging station Heidiland

E-Bike-Ladestation Hotel Tamina Vättis

Far away from the stress of everyday life, the energy stores of bikers and e-bikes can be refilled.

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