Mountainbike-Tour "Clara" Pizol

Medium

6.5 km

1:25 h

254 mhd

593 mhd

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The mountainbike tour with the breathtaking Pizol view over the St. Gallen Rhine valley and the Churfirsten.

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Highest Point 2012 m

Lowest Point 1452 m

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Start

Gaffia chairlift mountain station, Pizolbahnen

Destination

Furt gondola lift mountain station, Pizolbahnen

Coordinates

46.989939, 9.411773

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Description

The tour takes us to the Garmil summit. On the Fürggli, we have the opportunity to cool off at the fountain or take a break at the beautiful barbecue area. Always in front of us: a picture-book panorama with a far-reaching view over the St. Gallen Rhine Valley and the Churfirsten peaks.

Hidden Gem

Various mountain restaurants invite you to stop off at the start and end of the tour (Alte Alp Gaffia, Furt, Graue Hörner, Alpina).

Safety Note

The route runs along hiking trails, please be considerate of other trail users.
High-altitude bike route:
- Note weather conditions, only use in good weather
- In wet conditions, the descent from Garmil to Fürggli can be slippery

Equipment

Recommended equipment:

Bike:
- Road-safe, full-suspension (e-)mountain bike

General safety equipment:
- Helmet, gloves, cycling shoes etc.
- First aid kit First aid kit
- Knee and elbow pads for the descent
- Service material for punctures, air pump, bike tools, tube repair kit

Personal equipment:
- Bike backpack
- Drinking water, provisions
- Mobile phone
- Sun and rain protection

Usual equipment for a bike experience.

Directions

We start our tour at the Gaffia mountain station of the Pizolbahnen. After a climb along the Garmilweg, we reach the summit of the Garmil. On this section, about 1/3 of the route is rideable, as the path has some large steps and steep climbs. The descent is via the Fürggli down to the ford. Once you reach the ford, you have the opportunity to stop for refreshments at one of the mountain restaurants. Afterwards, you can either take the Pizolbahnen cable car back to Wangs or continue by bike via Maienberg and Valeis to Vilters.

Directions

Public Transport

Take the train to Sargans, continue by post bus to the bus stop in Wangs, Pizolbahn directly at the valley station in Wangs. From there take the gondola lift to Gaffia.

Travel Information

Take the Sargans highway exit, then follow the signs to the Pizolbahnen valley station in Wangs.

Parking

Public parking spaces available at the Bad Ragaz valley station (subject to charge).

Waypoints

Fireplace Heidiland

Feuerstelle Fürggli

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Mountain Restaurant Heidiland

Restaurant Graue Hörner

The Graue Hörner restaurant is located right next to the mountain station of the Wangs - Pizol gondola. It offers a lovely sun terrace and an indoor area with a diverse menu featuring regional products.

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E-bike charging station Heidiland

E-Bike-Ladestation Bergstation Furt

In the middle of the Pizol area lies the mountain restaurant and Hotel Furt. Bikers can recharge their energy stores from themselves and their e-bikes.

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