E-Bike & Hike - Chapfensee

Medium

43.1 km

4:50 h

1087 mhd

E-Bike & Hike - Chapfensee (oua_50189453_de5cb74_profile)

The E-Bike route leads from Mels uphill to the idyllic Chapfensee. The short hike circles the green-blue reservoir. An ideal spot for a picnic!

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Highest Point 1184 m

Lowest Point 475 m

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Start

Bad Ragaz

Destination

Bad Ragaz

Coordinates

46.999714, 9.50527

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Description

E-Bike tour to Chapfensee (39km, 4h)
The Chapfensee E-Bike & Hike tour starts in Bad Ragaz and passes the Freudenberg castle ruins (one of the largest castle complexes in the Sarganserland) with a beautiful view into the Rhine and Seez valleys towards Vilterserberg. After a short descent to Mels, the route climbs from Mels towards Chapfensee. Soon the day's destination is reached. The descent passes more moorlands to Plons. From here, relax and roll back to Bad Ragaz. The route goes via the railway path to Sargans. From there, over the Rhine dam, the last kilometers to Bad Ragaz must be covered.

Chapfensee circular hike (2.8km, 1h)
Once the e-bikes are parked at the Chapfensee parking lot, a leisurely walk begins around the picturesque reservoir. A pause with a picnic is worthwhile. After resting and relaxing, it's back on two wheels.

Hidden Gem

Organize a small picnic and BBQ at Chapfensee.

Safety Note

Ride with foresight and behave respectfully towards other recreation seekers and road users.

Equipment

Normal biking equipment. Functional clothing is an advantage, as a long ascent is followed by an equally long descent.
Bring a lock to secure your e-bike during the hike.

Directions

E-Bike: Bad Ragaz - Vilters - Wangs - Mels - St. Martin - Vermol - Herrenschwimme - Chapfensee

Hike: Kapfenberge - Kapfenberge

E-Bike: Kapfenberge - Tilserwiesen - Tils - Plons - Mels - Sargans - Bad Ragaz

Directions

Public Transport

You can reach Bad Ragaz by public transport in about one hour from St. Gallen and Zurich. The train station is a 15-minute walk from the Tamina Thermal Baths. The post bus stops directly in front of the Tamina Thermal Baths.

Travel Information

The Tamina Thermal Baths Bad Ragaz are only a one-hour drive from St. Gallen and Zurich and 30 minutes from Feldkirch. Use the Maienfeld motorway exit and follow the signs.

Parking

Underground parking at the Tamina Thermal Baths Bad Ragaz (paid).

Waypoints

Bike Rental Heidiland

E-Bike Station Bad Ragaz

The E-Bike Station Bad Ragaz offers a modern rental fleet of Trek e-bikes and e-scooters. It is ideal for tips on tours in the Heidiland region, booking guides, and riding technique courses. Operates from May to October.

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Ruin Heidiland

Freudenberg Castle Ruin

The Freudenberg castle ruins rise on a rocky hill northwest of Bad Ragaz. It is a significant landmark of the valley and belongs to the Swiss Castle Association.

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Fireplace Heidiland

Feuerstelle Chapfensee

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Place Heidiland

Chapfen Lake

Destination for families and nature lovers

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Sargans Castle, Sarganserland Museum (ctd_c5ad06f4-f62d-4e74-8311-8e3c97762047_image)

Museum Heidiland

Castle Sargans, Museum Sarganserland

Sargans Castle houses the Sarganserland Museum and offers an impressive view, a historic restaurant, and a wine cellar. It is an important testament to the history of Sargans and a popular excursion destination.

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Restaurant Heidiland

Restaurant Schloss Sargans

The Schloss Sargans restaurant offers a culinary experience within the historic walls of the castle. Regional delicacies and an inviting atmosphere await visitors. Suitable for couples, families, groups, and singles.

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