Samnaun village – Heidelberger hut (circular route)


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Challenging bike route over the Zeblasjoch and the Fuorcla Val Gronda to the Heidelberger hut in the Fimbatal.
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Description
The route begins with a steep ascent from Samnaun village to Zeblasjoch. Following the contour line, it leads towards Fuorcla Val Gronda. Then there is a longer push section. The Heidelberger hut is a German hut on Swiss soil, managed by Austrians. After a break, it goes down the vast Fimbatal valley to the middle station. From here, there is another steep climb back to Idalp and further to Viderjoch; alternatively, you can also take the cable car. From Viderjoch, along the border ridge to Greitspitze, where you are rewarded with breathtaking panoramic views, then continue via Salaaser Kopf to the Zeblas meadows and back to Samnaun village.
Last connection from the middle station of the Silvretta cable car to Samnaun at 3 p.m.
Safety Note
The route was rated under favorable weather conditions; current weather and forecasts must be strictly observed before starting the ride. This route does not pose special requirements regarding riding safety and technique.
Emergency call:
144 Emergency call, first aid
1414 Mountain rescue REGA
112 International emergency call
Please be considerate when crossing and overtaking hikers.
The Grisons mountain bike routes largely run on single trails that are also signposted as hiking trails. Hikers generally have the right of way.
Equipment
Helmet, gloves, good footwear, glasses, rain and sun protection, drinking bottle, repair kit, first aid kit
Directions
- From Samnaun village to Zeblasjoch
- Following the contour line towards Fuorcla Val Gronda up to point 2554
- Push section to Fuorcla Val Gronda and Heidelberger hut
- Along the Fimbatal valley to the middle station
- Steep climb to Idalp and further up to Viderjoch
- Continue to Greispitz to the Zeblas meadows
- Return route to Samnaun village
Alternative:
From the middle station of the Silvretta cable car, you can also take the cable car back to Samnaun
Directions
Public Transport
- By the Rhaetian Railway (from Chur, Landquart/Prättigau or from the Upper Engadin) hourly to Scuol-Tarasp station
- Then by PostBus (from Scuol-Tarasp or Martina, Cunfin) hourly to PostBus stop Samnaun village, Post
- In Samnaun daytime hourly service with the Samnaun bus
Travel Information
- From the north: via Landquart – Klosters by car shuttle through the Vereina tunnel (Selfranga - Sagliains) or via Flüela Pass into the Lower Engadin on H27, turn left at Vinadi towards Samnaun.
- From the east: via Landeck / Austria towards Reschen Pass on B180, from Kajetansbrücke towards Spiss – Samnaun on L348.
- From the south: via Reschen Pass to Kajetansbrücke, then towards Spiss – Samnaun on L348
Parking
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