Piz Mundaun - Ilanz via Undermatt

Difficult
17.1 km
1:15 h
108 mhd
1463 mhd
Die ersten Trailmeter vom Gipfel
Bequemer Transport auf den Piz Mundaun

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Gute Aussichten auf dem Gipfel

About 1500 meters of elevation gain and 1500 meters of descent. That’s not bad. Here we present the variant via the newly developed trail from Tegia Dado to Undermatt. The descent thus offers a higher proportion of trails and more distance compared to the direct descent from Piz Mundaun.

Technique /6
Fitness 3/6
Highest Point  2053 m
Lowest Point  698 m
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Start
Piz Mundaun
Destination
Ilanz
Coordinates
46.741851, 9.158016

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Description

The view is remarkable considering that Piz Mundaun is just 2064 meters high, from the summit you can see down to 699 meters at Ilanz station. This variant via Undermatt offers a solid 1500 meters of descent - and with an even higher proportion of single trails.

The ascent is done by PostBus from Ilanz to Surcuolm and then by train from Cuolm Sura to Piz Mundaun. Only about 300 meters of elevation must be climbed under your own power, from Surcuolm to Cuolm Sura and a short stretch from Flond.

Nevertheless, you can save 1100 meters of climb without having to feel guilty about not pedaling at all. Many partly newly built single trails, short parts over alpine roads and forest paths bring you back to the starting point in less than two hours, where most conclude that not only the view was remarkable.

Attention: shortly before Luven there is a detour due to rockfall danger. This is clearly signposted in the terrain and the route has been adapted accordingly. The village of Luven is bypassed. However, those wishing to visit Luven must pedal a short uphill stretch.

Hidden Gem

Please note the operating hours of the Obersaxen mountain railways.

A visit to the viewing platform on Piz Mundaun is definitely worthwhile.

Between Cuolm Sura and Flond, there are marked variants indicated with blue, red, or black. Choose freely. Shortly afterwards you will be back on the normal route.

With an e-MTB, you can even ride all the way up to Piz Mundaun - technically partly demanding but awesome...

Stop for refreshments at Leo’s Snackbar in Undermatt with e-bike charging station - so you can continue riding afterwards...

Safety Note

Do not start the route in uncertain weather conditions. Weather changes in the mountains are frequent. If a rain front or similar approaches during the route, you should turn back in good time.

Respect other trail users - trail tolerance!

Equipment

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

Directions

Piz Mundaun - Tegia Dado - Tegia Dadens - Undermatt - Cuolm Sura - Cuolm Dado - Uaul las Plattas - Uaul da Marschaga - Marschaga - Plaun Sut - Uaul la Traviarsa - Flond - Caltgera - Detour - Luven - Lieptgas - Plattialas - S. Martin - Ilanz

Directions

Public Transport

From the Grisons cantonal capital Chur, take the Rhaetian Railway through the spectacular Rhine Gorge to Ilanz.

Timetable

Travel Information

On the A13 to Reichenau, then on main road 19 via Flims to Ilanz.

Continue by public transport:

PostBus: BUS 451 towards Obersaxen, Friggahüs; stop: Surcuolm, posta

Pedal from Surcuolm up to Cuolm Sura

Mountain railways: Cuolm Sura - Piz Mundaun

Parking

Parking options at Ilanz train station or nearby, e.g. at the marketplace.

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