Gottardo Bike
Overview
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Distance 31 km
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Ascent 1100 m
Intro
The Gotthard is one of the most important mountain passes in Switzerland and this becomes perfectly clear on the first section of the Gottardo Bike route from Andermatt to Airolo.
Description
It seems barely possible that horse-drawn carriages used to struggle up the bumpy roads and across the mountain. The Gotthard Pass has always been one of the most important north-south connections and the historic route now forms the basis for mountain bikers to conquer the mountain pass mostly away from traffic. While many bicycle riders will choose to ride down the legendary Tremola from the top of the pass over countless cobblestones, the mountain bikers take a small military road to climb up another 150 meters to Passo Scimfuss. This is where a wonderful high-level trail to Cal Canaria starts and the long downhill section to Airolo. A fast run on a small mountain road takes you down to the valley floor of the unspoilt side valley of the Leventina district where the ride continues a bit slower on the road along the steep wooded cliffs. It ends directly in the centre of the town of Airolo.
An enjoyable tour includes the careful planning of the same. Please inform yourself in advance at the local information center about the route and weather conditions. Depending on the season and weather conditions, this route may be blocked or interrupted
| Type |
All Mountain
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| Start location |
Andermatt
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| Destination |
Airolo
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| Direction |
One way
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| Ascent |
1100 m
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| Descent |
1350 m
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| Distance |
31 km
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| Distance on tarred ways |
14 km
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| Distance on natural surface |
14 km
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| Singletrail (part of natural surface) |
3 km
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| Technical requirements |
Medium
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| Physical requirements |
Medium
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| Theme |
Over a pass, With panoramic view
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