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217 Bike Marathon Lumnezia-Upper Saxony (Cross Country)
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/ Ursin SpeschaPhoto: Surselva Tourismus AG
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/ Vital AlbinPhoto: Surselva Tourismus AG
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/ Vital Albin & Ursin Spescha am pausierenPhoto: Surselva Tourismus AG
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/ Sonntag ist BiketagPhoto: Surselva Tourismus AG
The Bike Marathon route does not only offer a sporting challenge on 41 kilometres and 1640 meters altitude, but it is also varied with many trails in the mountain landscape.
moderate
Distance 40.9 km
4:30 h
1,640 m
1,640 m
2,079 m
1,405 m
The round trip leads in a long ascent from Lumbrein to Alp Sezner and Alp Nova. This is followed by a brisk descent through the alpine landscape from Upper Saxony down to the Wali. Shortly after the Wali, the short ascent to Plampord begins, followed by a short descent to Undermatt. In Undermatt, the ascent continues to the Cuolm Sura and the Grisons Rigi, where you have a fantastic view of the Surselva. You will return through the forest of Sogn Carli to the Val Lumnezia. First, you ascend to Alp Sogn Carli and shortly afterwards enjoy the beautiful descent past Triel to the Davos Munts bathing lake. Here begins the last strenuous ascent, which is then rewarded with a beautiful single trail descent to Lumbrein.
For the race, individual sections of the track may deviate from this route!
Author’s recommendation
Refreshments on the mountain: Bergrestaurant Wali, Leo's Snackbar, Berggasthaus Cuolm Sura, Berggasthaus Bündner Rigi, Bergrestaurant Triel.
Difficulty
S2
moderate
Technique
Stamina
Experience
Landscape
Highest point
2,079 m
Lowest point
1,405 m
Best time of year
Jan
Feb
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Dec
Rest Stop
Bergrestaurant WaliBergrestaurant Triel
Leo`s Snackbar
Safety information
With uncertain weather conditions, the tour should not be started. Weather changes in the mountains are common. If a rain front or similar is approaching during the tour, you should turn back in time.Tips and hints
Surselva Tourismus AG
Info Val Lumnezia
Palius 32D
CH-7144 Vella
Tel.: 0041 81 931 18 58
Email: vallumnezia@surselva.info
Internet: www.surselva.info
Zum Bike Marathon Lumnezia-Obersaxen
Start
Lumbrein (1,405 m)
Coordinates:
SwissGrid
2'729'823E 1'171'636N
DD
46.683310, 9.135671
DMS
46°40'59.9"N 9°08'08.4"E
UTM
32T 510375 5169981
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Destination
Lumbrein
Turn-by-turn directions
Lumbrein - Val Mulin - Alp Staviala Vedra - Patiarm - Alp Sezner - Alp Nova - Alp Nall - Alp Stavonas Sut - Sassli - Wali - Plampord - Under Matt - Gischniga - Cuolm Sura - Bündner Rigi - Sogn Carli - Alp Sogn Carli - Triel - Crusch - Cresta - Uaul da Vattiz - Ligiazun - Rumassal - Runchiola - Uaul da Cuschaias - Lumbrein
Note
Wildlife refuge Val da Mulin: December 20 - April 15
all notes on protected areas
Public transport
Public-transport-friendly
From the cantonal capital of Grisons, Chur, take the Rhaetian Railway in just 36 minutes through the spectacular Rhine Gorge to Ilanz station. Then, take the post bus 90.441 Ilanz - Vrin to the stop Lumbrein.www.sbb.ch
Getting there
On the A13 to Reichenau, then on the main road 19 via Flims to Ilanz, and then via Vella to Lumbrein.Parking
Parking is available at the schoolhouse in Lumbrein.Coordinates
SwissGrid
2'729'823E 1'171'636N
DD
46.683310, 9.135671
DMS
46°40'59.9"N 9°08'08.4"E
UTM
32T 510375 5169981
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Arrival by train, car, foot or bike
Equipment
MTB, helmet, maybe gloves, proper footwear, glasses, rain and sun protection, water bottle, repair kit, first aid kitBasic Equipment for Mountain Biking
- Cycling helmet
- Cycling gloves
- Sturdy, comfortable and preferably waterproof footwear
- Layered, moisture wicking clothing
- Rucksack (with rain cover)
- Protection against sun, rain and wind (hat, sunscreen, water- and windproof jacket)
- Sunglasses
- Ample supply of drinking water and snacks
- Cell phone
- Cash
- Navigation equipment / map and compass
Technical Equipment for Mountain Biking
- Air pump or CO2 pump including cartridges
- Puncture repair kit
- Replacement inner tube
- Tire levers
- Chain tool
- Hex keys
- Phone / device holder as required
- Bike lock as required
- Where applicable, the bike must meet requirements for road use by having a bell, front and rear lamps and spoke reflectors
- The 'basic' and 'technical' equipment lists are generated based on the selected activity. They are not exhaustive and only serve as suggestions for what you should consider packing.
- For your safety, you should carefully read all instructions on how to properly use and maintain your equipment.
- Please ensure that the equipment you bring complies with local laws and does not include restricted items.
Reviews
Difficulty
S2
moderate
Distance
40.9 km
Duration
4:30 h
Ascent
1,640 m
Descent
1,640 m
Highest point
2,079 m
Lowest point
1,405 m
Statistics
2D
3D
Maps and trails
Distance
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Duration
: h
Ascent
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Descent
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Highest point
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Lowest point
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