Stage 2 Road cycling Route Source Region Rhine: Splügen – Biasca

Medium

94.1 km

4:55 h

855 mhd

2020 mhd

Rennrad-Route Quellregion Rhein Weg nach Biasca

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270 kilometers, two magnificent alpine passes, deep gorges,

spectacular landscapes and a ride through all three language regions of Graubünden await you.

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Highest Point 2066 m

Lowest Point 237 m

Best Season

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Start

Splügen

Destination

Biasca

Coordinates

46.552758, 9.321752

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Description

The Walser settlement Posterior Rhine (1,624m above sea level) at the foot of the Rheinwaldhorn is the starting point of the San Bernardino Pass, an Alp transit history classic. The pass’ numerous hairpin turns at 2066 altitude will accelerate every racing bike enthusiast’s heart. The ascent is steady, but doesn’t have any extremely steep ramps, so you can still enjoy the scenery. Once you arrive at the pass, taking a short break is well deserved. The Ospizio and the small lake invite you to relax. Soon, however, the anticipation of the rapid descent south to the Misox will have you jumping back into the saddle.

Let yourself be staggered by the diverse scenery during the 44-kilometer descent. The numerous hairpin turns will put a smile on your face. Surrounded by chestnut trees and grapevines, chill grotti along the roadside will startle you with their southern flair. Shortly after Roveredo, you’ll cross the canton border into Ticino and the last 20 kilometers will lead you to Biasca (301m above sea level) without having to put too much effort. The perfect starting point to tackle the Lukmanier Pass on the following day.

Stages

Overall route: Chur – Chur

Stage 1: Chur – Splügen

Stage 2: Splügen – Biasca

Stage 3: Biasca – Disentis

Stage 4: Disentis – Ilanz

Stage 5: Ilanz – Chur

Waypoints

Scenic hike from Grono to Roveredo, GR (oua_88451402_image)

Restaurant San Bernardino Mesolcina Calanca

Ristorante Vecchia Birreria

La Vecchia Birreria is a family-run pizza restaurant in the heart of Grono.

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Restaurant Viamala

Hotel Alte Herberge Weiss Kreuz

The culture and adventure hotel in the historic Säumerherberge is in a unique location in the middle of the old village centre of Splügen.

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Restaurant San Bernardino Mesolcina Calanca

B Atelièr Bistrôt

The B Atelièr Bistrôt is a place dedicated to celiacs, and is located in the new district of Grono.

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Grotto San Bernardino Mesolcina Calanca

Grotto Matafontana

The Grotto Matafontana is a simple but cozy grotto to savor local specialties during the summer days.

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Restaurant Viamala

Hotel Bodenhaus

The Hotel Bodenhaus is located in the centre of the village of Splügen at 1,457 m above sea level. It is one of the oldest and most traditional hotels in the canton of Graubünden, with many celebrities immortalised in its historic guest book.

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Event Venue Viamala

Pschuuri

An old carnival custom is still alive in Splügen on Ash Wednesday: "Pschuuri, Bschuri, Bschürälä, Bschuurrimittwucha" are expressions that can still be found in many Walser regions of Graubünden. They refer to the blackening of unmarried women and young people. In Splügen, the main village of the Rheinwald, this custom is still alive in its old form and is organised and celebrated by the young people.

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Restaurant Viamala

Hüschera Bar

The cosy meeting place on the ski slope for young and old.

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Fireplace Viamala

Kapellbach fireplace

The Swiss family's fireplace is located directly at the confluence of the Kapellbach and Hinterrhein rivers. The Kapellbach plunges into the depths in an impressive waterfall before meandering into the Hinterrhein. From the suspension bridge (built in 2021) you have a good view of the waterfall.

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