Mountainbike Tour "Sesemann" Pizol

Simple

5.6 km

0:40 h

91 mhd

597 mhd

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Mountainbike-Tour "Sesemann" Pizol (oua_52734854_e8f6967_profile)

The short tour from Maienberg leads through the beautiful forests of the Valeistobel to Vilters.

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Highest Point 1118 m

Lowest Point 523 m

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Start

Maienberg middle station, Pizolbahnen

Destination

Vilters

Coordinates

47.016158, 9.426639

Details

Description

The tour leads from Maienberg into the deepest section of the Valeistobel, which separates the Ragaz and Wang sides of the Pizol skiing and hiking area. With a duration of around half an hour, it is particularly suitable for short and spontaneous excursions by bike and can be easily combined with other bike routes on the Pizol.

Hidden Gem

Restaurant Schönbühl is the self-proclaimed Cordonbleu King of Sarganserland.

Safety Note

The route runs along sections that are used in different ways, please be considerate of other trail users.

Trail section to Valeis: hiking trail with some narrow, small stream crossings

Valeis section towards Vilters: gravel road and hiking trails without any difficulties worth mentioning

Equipment

Recommended equipment:

Bike:

- Full-suspension (e-)mountain bike (fully)

- Good riders can also tackle the route on a bike with front suspension only

General safety equipment:
- helmet, gloves, cycling shoes

- First aid kit

- Knee and elbow pads for the descent if necessary

- Service material for punctures, bike pump, bike tools, tube repair kit etc.

Personal equipment:
- bike backpack
- drinking water, provisions
- cell phone

Usual equipment for a bike experience.

Directions

We take the Pizolbahn cable car from Wangs to the Maienberg middle station in just a few minutes. The tour begins with a very easy and gentle ascent to the Schönbüel mountain inn. We continue along the forest path to the deepest section of the Valeistobel. A wide forest road leads us on to the Narrenberg and past the lake on Vilters municipal land. The rest of the descent is first along a short section of road and then down an easy trail to the village of Vilters.

Directions

Public Transport

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

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

Nature reserve Heidiland

Kiesfänge Vilters und Wangs

Excursion destination for families, locals and foreigners

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Museum Heidiland

Herb Pastor Künzle museum

The Herbal Pastor Künzle Museum in Vilters showcases the life of the herbal pastor who worked in Wangs-Vilters for eleven years. Open every first and third Sunday of the month.

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City Heidiland

Pizol & surroundings

The varied leisure region around the famous Pizol summit

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Restaurant Heidiland

Gasthaus Schönbüel

The Schönbüel Inn in Wangs offers homemade specialties with regional ingredients. It features a charging station for electric cars and public parking spaces. Suitable for couples, families, groups, and singles.

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Restaurant Heidiland

Gasthaus Ilge

The Ilge Inn in Vilters offers a selection of seasonal and à la carte menus. The kitchen delights with creative culinary skills and is suitable for couples, families, groups, and singles.

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