Lag da Pigniu: the trail variant

Difficult

32.9 km

4:20 h

1034 mhd

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Lag da Pigniu is a true gem in the Surselva. It is often accessed mainly on gravel roads from Brigels. Here we present the locals' variant with a relatively high proportion of trails.

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Highest Point 1689 m

Lowest Point 1082 m

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Start

Brigels

Destination

Brigels

Coordinates

46.771045, 9.067197

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Description

The elevation profile shows a continuous up and down. Additionally, we have integrated two uphill trails and challenging descents. This makes this insider tip route to the often-visited reservoir not only exciting but also sweat-inducing and somewhat demanding.

From Brigels, you ride up to the golf course and soon encounter the first trails through the forest towards Flanz. Be sure to take the detour to Flanz (Adlerstein). This terrace with its surprising view is impressive. Shortly afterwards, at Ruina Grotta (Kropfenstein), we have planned the next detour. It is reachable on foot in two minutes. The castle ruin is practically hanging under a rock overhang. One after another it goes on. This time with an uphill trail towards Andiast. If you don't like this, simply take the main road. After Andiast, you ride on the road through the charming mountain village Andiast and further to Lag da Pigniu. A short uphill trail is also integrated here again. From Sogn Giusep this could be bypassed on the forest road. Although it is not very exciting from a biking perspective, you "must" definitely ride to the end of the lake. The high rock walls with the impressive waterfall are the most impressive here. Please note that the single trail around the lake has a bike prohibition.

On the other side of the dam, however, we compensate you with a short and steep trail. Now you may already pedal uphill again towards Con Ault, to then rush downhill on a rarely used trail to Gneida. From Gneida (historic sawmill) another insider tip trail awaits you through the Val Mulin almost to the ground of Migliè. And now? Coast back to Brigels.

Hidden Gem

Be sure to include the two excursion destinations (Flanz and Ruina Grotta) on the route.

Safety Note

In uncertain weather conditions, the route should not be undertaken. Weather changes are common in the mountains. If a rain front or similar approaches during the route, you should turn back in time.

Equipment

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

Directions

Brigels - Tschuppina - Flanz - Ruine Grotta - Curtginet - Andiast - Lag da Pigniu - Con Ault - Gneida - Val da Mulin - Migliè - Brigels

Directions

Public Transport

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

Continue with the bike for three minutes to the valley station in Brigels.

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 parking lots of the valley station of the Brigels cable cars

Waypoints

Restaurant Surselva

Boutique-Hotel Vincenz

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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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Das Foto zeigt den Menzli Sport von Waltensburg

Sports Shop Surselva

Menzli Sport / Talstation, Waltensburg

Being "close to the customer" is of the utmost importance for a service-oriented business. In the store, customers can use the services seven days a week in winter - directly on the ski slopes.

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Restaurant Surselva

Ustria Curtginet, Waltensburg

Whether you are stopping off after an active day on the slopes or after a relaxing hike - the Ustria Curtginet welcomes you.

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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

Hotel Ucliva

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Aufnahme des Pfads zur Burg Kropfestein.

Ruin Surselva

Kropfenstein/Casti Grotta, Waltensburg

The three-storey walls of Casti Grotta cling like an eagle's nest to the edge of a vertically sloping rock face.

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Das Foto zeigt die Führung der Resgia Gneida

Store Surselva

Sawmill / Resgia Gneida, Waltensburg

A visit to the Gneida is worthwhile, it rumbles and noises like 100 years ago.

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Attraction Surselva

Staumauer, Pigniu

In the small mountain community of Pigniu/Panix in the Grisons Vorderrheintal, a dam wall was built in 1989 at the back of the large basin. Since September 1999, the sober wall has shown the hiker from a completely different side.

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Fireplace Surselva

Lag da Pigniu fireplace (dam wall), Andiast

The fireplace at Lag da Pigniu is located right next to the dam wall and offers a wonderful view of the entire Lag da Pigniu.

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Wasserfälle, Lag da Pigniu, Panixersee, Pigniu

Waterfall Surselva

Waterfalls of Lag da Pigniu

The glacier aprons between Muttenstock and Panixer pass at the foot of the 3158 m high Hausstock supply the waterfalls at the rear end of the Lag da Pigniu with breathtaking masses of water.

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Viewpoint Surselva

Flanz/Adlerstein, Waltensburg

Viewpoint on the hiking trail from Brigels in the direction of Waltensburg, via Tschuppina.

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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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