Safien Valley rock tunnels and Rhine Gorge

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Difficult

71 km

5:45 h

1650 mhd

Dorfdurchfahrt im historischen Teil von Castrisch

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Grösster Holzbrunnen Europas: Dorfbrunnen von Valendas

The route feels like it takes you into the untouched wilderness of Canada and the Grand Canyon, only to shortly be welcomed again by the seemingly endless forest right on the Rhine. One of the gravel highlights of the region can be ridden as a hilly day trip or as a sharp training ride.

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Highest Point 1312 m

Lowest Point 609 m

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Start

Ilanz

Destination

Ilanz

Coordinates

46.775174, 9.207929

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Description

From Ilanz it first goes comfortably on the lightly traveled main road towards the east. Versam is the first intermediate destination, as from there it goes into the Safien Valley. Gently but steadily ascending, you reach the highest point of our round at the junction to Tenna.

High above the Rabiusa, you partly ride inside the rock downhill. The impressive deep views and the silence of nature are impressive. In front of the Versam gorge, you will also find a challenging but rideable, snake-like single trail.

At Trin station – in the middle of the famous Rhine Gorge – you reach the lowest point of the tour. From there you have to master the second climb. This is crowned by the magnificent panoramic view from the "il Spir" viewing platform. Everything that comes after is dessert: the view of the famous Cauma Lake, the rollercoaster-like descent to Bargaus, and the original village scene of Sagogn. They accompany you on the way back to the starting point in Ilanz.

Hidden Gem

In the 1.7 km long Aclatobel Tunnel in the Safien Valley, there is a narrow sidewalk to ride on. A functioning rear light, however, provides additional safety.

The route is not suitable for beginners as it leads partly over exposed paths and short trail sections in the Versam gorge. Safe riding skills are essential.

The "il Spir" viewing platform is a must for trips to the Surselva holiday region. Nowhere else do you enjoy such an impressive view over the Ruinaulta (Rhine Gorge).

Safety Note

In the area of the rock tunnels there is a short section with an exposed single trail. Here you should definitely walk a few meters. Nausea is not necessarily required.

Equipment

Normal equipment with weather protection.

Directions

Ilanz – Versam – Egschi reservoir – Sculms – Versam gorge – Trin station – Conn – Staderas – Planezzas Sut – Sagogn – Schluein – Ilanz

Directions

Public Transport

By train or post bus to Ilanz

Travel Information

From Chur via Versam or Flims to Ilanz

From Disentis to Ilanz

Parking

Enough paid parking spaces available throughout Ilanz.

The largest parking lot is located at the marketplace.

Waypoints

Hotel Flims Laax Falera

Peaks Place Apartment-Hotel Wellness & Spa

The apartment hotel stands for sporty peak experiences, modern cosiness and relaxing spa and wellness experiences surrounded by a breathtaking mountain backdrop.

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Restaurant Surselva

Hotel und Restaurant Eden

Urban yet rural, trendy yet traditional, not one, but four destinations: The Hotel Eden is the ideal starting point for your break in the mountains.

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Restaurant Surselva

Casa Casutt

Take a look and enjoy - simply particularly good.

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Restaurant Surselva

Ustria Mundaun

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Lake Flims Laax Falera

Caumasee

In Romansh, "Lag la Cauma", which means "lake of siesta", Lake Cauma is the pearl of Flims. Swimming, lounging and sunbathing

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Museum Flims Laax Falera

Guided tour fortress museum Sperre Trin

It is a bunker of the Swiss army in Trin disguised as a water supply.

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Bar Surselva

Strocla Bar

Cosy Tappas bar in the middle of the old town of Ilanz.

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Restaurant Surselva

Hirschfarm Beizli

Beni's Hirschfarm Beizli is a special place for enjoyment and rustic ambience in Arezen near Versam.

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Restaurant Surselva

Städtlibeiz Ilanz

The friendly, small old town restaurant with unique historical charm in the city of Ilanz.

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Restaurant Flims Laax Falera

Restaurant Vista

Each individual place has its own charm with us: Have a great coffee at the bar or in the comfortable lounge, make yourself comfortable on the terrace or the covered veranda with a wonderful panoramic view or enjoy your meal with a view of the fireplace charming interior.

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Restaurant Flims Laax Falera

Ustria Stiva Grischuna

Experience and enjoy the simple cuisine of Graubünden. Stiva Grischuna Sagogn: solid - hospitable - cozy.

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Viewpoint Chur

Aussichtsplattform Zault

Observation platform at the Rhine Gorge

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Restaurant Surselva

Gasthaus Rössli

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Gasthaus Am Brunnen

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Bridge Surselva

Versamer Brücke

One of the first bridge scaffolds that Coray created, the one for the mighty Versamer Bridge, had the difficulty that the distance between the two scaffolding flanks was no less than 25 m.

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Lake Flims Laax Falera

Caumasee

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E-bike charging station Surselva

E-Bike Ladestation Versam

While your e-mountain bike recharges your batteries, you can relax on the sun terrace or discover interesting cultural treasures. The charging cables are available at Gasthaus Rössli . Please note the opening hours.

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E-bike charging station Flims Laax Falera

E-bike charging station Trin Station

While your e-mountain bike recharges its batteries, you can relax on the sun terrace of the Ustria Trin Staziun.

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Restaurant Flims Laax Falera

Trin Staziun

A destination that is also worthwhile from a culinary point of view...

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