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BIKE GUIDE | ALPINE SUMMER & ALPINE AUTUMN| EN

ALPINE SU MMER & A LP INE AUTUMN

BIKE GUIDE

SUN, MOUNTAINS & PURE BIKING PLEASURE

Paznaun - Alpine Moments

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CONTENTS Welcome........................................................................................04

Paznaun valley path..................................................................16

Highlights/hard facts................................................................05

Ischgl - Bike maps & tours.......................................................18

Code of conduct.........................................................................06

Ischgl Trails - Bike maps & tours............................................40

Guidance system........................................................................08

Ischgl Ironbike.............................................................................56

Swiss guidance system.............................................................09

Galtür - Bike maps & tours.......................................................58

What to do in an emergency..................................................10

Kappl - Bike maps & tours.......................................................72

Difficulty rating...........................................................................11

See - Bike maps & tours............................................................96

Important adresses....................................................................12

E-Bike........................................................................................... 108

Paznaun cycle path....................................................................14

Trail Park..................................................................................... 109 Imprint......................................................................................... 110

WELCOME Biking in Paznaun means biking in breathtaking surroundings!

The high alpine tours open up fascinating views of the mountain world of the Silvretta, Samnaun and Verwall groups. The mountain bike routes and single trails wind their way through the landscape up to 2,700 metres above sea level. The number of routes is enormous and makes every biker‘s heart beat faster. Whether you are an altitude gainer or a trail surfer, there is something for everyone.

And those who prefer to experience the mountain summer with a tailwind are just as well treated here. Many tours and even some trails are also suitable for e-bikes. So everything is possible on almost 800 kilometres of biking fun!

While strenuous uphills lead into the untouched mountain landscape, the cable cars take you to the flowing trails in comfort. A little more leisurely, but no less beautiful, the pleasure tours weave their way through the valley. Enduro trails at their best provide a combination of up and down.

And the most important thing during the bike action in nature? Close your eyes, take a deep breath and SMILE!

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To make your tour a perfect experience, you will find all the useful information about the routes in Paznaun here in the Bike Guide and online.

MOBILITY

INTERACTIVE MAP

The fastest and easiest way to reach your bike tour‘s starting point

All tours online and for download

10 TRAILS 29 ROUTES 767 KILOMETERS 32,000 m ELEVATION GAIN 05

CODE OF CONDUCT • Know what you are capable of! Plan your tour according to your physical condition and technical ability. That‘s the most fun!

• Respect private property and barriers. Stay on designated routes and respect current road closures, also for your own safety. Close gates after passing through.

• Not too fast! Ride in a controlled manner and keep things in sight - you should expect obstacles at any time.

• Take it back! Do not leave litter on the mountain or along the trail.

• Pedestrians have priority. Announce yourself early and pass only at walking pace!

• Check your equipment! Lights, brakes, air pressure, etc. only ride with a bike that is fully checked.

• Be respectful of nature and wildlife. Stay on marked trails and only ride during daylight hours.

• Only ride with a helmet! No matter if up or down - the helmet as well as long-finger gloves are important. On trails, it‘s best to wear additional protectors.

• Respect quiet and protected zones. These are protected areas for animals and rare plants.

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• Everything with you? A repair kit, first aid kit, mobile phone, light, sufficient food and drink should be in every backpack.

• Got everything you need? Every rucksack should contain a repair set, first aid kit, mobile phone, light and plenty of food and drink.

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GUIDANCE SYSTEM All of the official bike routes in Paznaun are signposted throughout for optimal navigation. We request that you keep to the marked paths and avoid taking shortcuts across the land so as to respect nature and private property.

Routes marked with these signs have been voluntarily made available to bikers by land owners in Paznaun:

Routes marked with these signs form part of the Tyrolean MTB Model 2.0:

BIKE ARENA PAZNAUN Direction and difficulty rating

BIKE ARENA PAZNAUN

Direction Difficulty rating

Uphill

Route number and name

Zeinissee-Runde

7074 Heidelberger Hütten-Tour

Route number, name and difficulty rating

BIKE ARENA PAZNAUN

BIKE ARENA PAZNAUN Direction

S2

Downhill

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Paznauner Taja-Trail

Difficulty rating Route number and name

7106 Singletrail Flimjoch

SWISS GUIDANCE SYSTEM Some bike routes in Paznaun literally go beyond borders. Not only in terms of your nature and biking experience. Please note that routes on Swiss territory are signposted with a different guidance system.

Freeride signposting:

Mountain bike signposting:

Piste number

Swiss piste number

I4

Bike Arena Paznaun

Samnaun-Loop

Ischgl route number

Difficulty level of section Piste name Emergency number

Signposts with markings

Characteristics of the piste section

Signposts without markings

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WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY Accident reporting

Be safe

• Alpine emergency (140) and Euro emergency (112)

With the free SOS EU Alp app, an emergency call can be made quickly and easily, which will be transmitted including the location to the respective rescue control centre.

• Provide details of who is reporting the accident and leave a number you can be reached at • Provide the most exact details you can of your location • Describe what has happened • Provide details of how many people are injured

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ACCIDENT NOTIFICATION

DIFFICULTY RATING easy: For leisure bikers Leisure tours with gentle ascents for beginners and quieter biking days. There are no particular requirements in terms of fitness or biking technique. The focus is on the tour experience and enjoying the landscapes. There are usually no particularly hazardous sections on these routes. medium: For sporty and ambitious bikers A medium level of fitness and biking technique skills are required. There are occasional steeper sections going uphill. The downhill stretches contain one or two difficult sections but the bike can be pushed over these, if necessary. difficult: For very well-trained bikers A high level of fitness and biking technique skills are required. Steeper sections can be expected going uphill and the downhill stretches may include tricky sections such as hairpin bends etc. If unsure, please get off your bike and push!

Singletrails:

S0 S1 S2 S2 S3

very easy

Trail for beginners, no roots and stones

easy

No or minimal knowledge of biking techniques required. Any obstacles on these trails can easily be cycled over.

medium

Obstacles cannot easily be cycled over. Advanced knowledge of biking techniques is required.

S3 S4 S5

difficult

These trails should only be ridden by experts and cyclists with excellent biking skills.

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IMPORTANT ADRESSES Bike taxi & shuttle

Bike schools & bike guides

Bike shops

Alpentaxi | Ischgl +43 5444 5757 www.alpentaxi.at

Silvretta Bike Academy | Ischgl +43 650 2024117 info@silvretta-bikeacademy.at

Taxi Zangerl | Galtür +43 5443 8200 www.apart-zangerl.at/taxi

Bike Skull | Ischgl +43 650 4308544 bike.skull.ischgl@gmail.com

Sport Bründl Dorfstraße 64 | Ischgl +43 5444 5759 www.bruendl.at

Intersport Ladner Dorf 112 | Kappl +43 5445 6151 www.skiverleih-kappl.at

Ischgl Rent Dorfstraße 52 | Ischgl +43 5444 526251 www.ischgl-rent.com

Sport Narr Au 178 | See +43 5441 8500 www.sport-narr.at

Taxi Juen | Kappl +43 5445 6868 www.taxi-juen.at Paznauntaler Verkehrsunternehmen +43 5445 6618 www.paznauntaler.com

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Rock your Bike | Ischgl +43 664 1458308 info@rockyourbike.at Bikeschule Silvretta | Galtür +43 5443 8565 info@bike-galtuer.at Berggaude | Kappl +43 664 1798144 patrick.sohler@outlook.com

Intersport Wolfart Galtür 21a | Galtür +43 5443 8295 www.intersport-wolfart.at

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20.7 km

34 hm

649 hm

From Zeinisjoch to Kappl.

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The continuously signposted Paznaun bike path connects the area between the Zeinisjoch at 1,800 metres and Kappl Ulmich (1,280 m).

The entire route is 18 km and overcomes a good 600 metres in altitude. The path is asphalted throughout and has only slight inclines.

The area between Galtür and the Zeinisjoch is not difficult, but somewhat steeper than the other sections. The cycle path connects the villages of Wirl, Galtür, Mathon, Ischgl and Kappl (hamlet of Ulmich) 1900 m

Wirl 2.9 km Galtür 4.8 km

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1,227 m

and offers repeated opportunities to take a break. In Ulmich the cycle path ends at the start of the Paznaun valley route, which then leads to See. Even though the physical and technical demands of this bike route can be classified as easy to moderately difficult, you are always in Alpine surroundings and can marvel at the mountain giants of the Silvretta, Samnaun and Verwall groups.

Mathon 10.2 km

Ischgl 15 km

Ebene 18.6 km

1700 m 1500 m Start: Galtür Zenisjoch 1842m

Destination: Kappl Ulmich 1227m

1300 m 1100 m 0

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PAZNAUN VALLEY PATH 12.0 km 254 hm

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The 33 Paznaun Bike Route from the Alpengasthof Zeinisjoch to Kappl Ulmich is followed by the Paznaun Valley Route, which leads through the picturesque hamlets of Kappl and See to the See cable car valley station. This way you can cycle through the entire Paznaun.

The route from Kappl to See could not be more varied: gravelled forest paths, asphalt side roads and sections with fine forest soil. The

1400 m

Sinsen 1.4 km

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trail leads partly downhill and partly uphill with views through the picturesque little villages and hamlets, along the sunny hillsides of the valley. The valley trail serves as a connection between the villages and MTB starting points, but can also be tackled as an independent tour. The route covers a total of 32 km and 857 metres in altitude.

Platti 5.5 km

Holdernach 7.9 km

1300 m 1200 m Start: Kappl Ulmich 1333m

Destination: Valley station See 1037m

1100 m 1000 m 0

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START POINT SILVRETTABAHN 1,352m

ISCHGL - BIKE MAP & TOURS 10 ROUTES 315 KILOMETERS

TALRUNDE MATHON 10.5 km

page 20

TALRUNDE GALTÜR 21.3 km

page 22

UPHILL-IDALP 7.8 km

page 24

SAMNAUN-LOOP 48 km

page 26

FIMBAPASS-MARATHON 79.7 km

page 28

SCHÖNVERWALL-RUNDE 92.6 km

page 30

HEIDELBERGER HÜTTEN-TOUR 27.4 km

page 32

PAZNAUNER TAJA HÜTTEN-TREFF 7 km page 34

START POINT FRIEDRICHSHAFENER HÜTTEN-TOUR 1,539m FRIEDRICHSHAFENER HÜTTEN-TOUR 12 km

12,100 m ELEVATION GAIN

page 36

START POINT MIDDLE STATION SILVRETTABAHN 1,661m

page 38

UPHILL-FLIMJOCH 9.0 km TOURISMUSVERBAND PAZNAUN – ISCHGL Dorfstraße 43 | 6561 Ischgl | Austria T +43 50990 100 | info@paznaun-ischgl.com www.ischgl.com

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Key Cable car/lift open

Highlight/orientation point Mountain lodge/refreshments

Cable car/lift closed

Summit

Bike transport (lift)

Start point

Border

Proposed direction

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TALRUNDE MATHON 10.5 km 145 hm

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At the start point by the Silvretta cable car, you cross the main road at the roundabout and then cycle parallel to it along a forest trail into the valley.

After a little over half a kilometre, you cross the Trisanna river and ride through gently rolling meadows and fields on the sunny side of the valley towards Mathon where the route turns back. The return journey runs along the other side of the valley and you can cycle directly at the cool brook towards Ischgl.

Recyclinghof Ischgl 2.6 km

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1,462 m

1,351 m

The last section before reaching your destination of Ischgl is a fun ride with gentle uphill and downhill stretches along some wonderful forest paths.

Mathon 4 km

1650 m 1500 m 1350 m

Start Ischgl/Silvrettabahn 1352 m

Destination Ischgl/Silvrettabahn 1352 m

1200 m 1050 m 0

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TALRUNDE GALTÜR 21.3 km 318 hm

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An easy tour in the valley area, ideal for a warm-up or family excursion.

21.3 km

318 hm

21/4 h

318 hm

The route follows the valley circuit to Mathon (page 18) and continues on in the same direction into the valley and to the town of Galtür. Switching between asphalt paths and forest roads, the route always follows the sunny side of the valley through some typical Alpine meadows and fields and briefly through a forest. The last section above Galtür passes through some particularly unique landscapes. Following an old overgrown forest path with a

Mathon 4 km Valzur 5.8 km

1800 m

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1,637 m

1,351 m

trail-like character, you are treated to sensational views of the glaciated giant peaks of the Jamtal valley above the town. At the end of the town, you follow a downhill section to the valley cycle path which runs alone the Trisanna river back to Ischgl. Tip: if you have a bit of spare time, pay a visit to the unique Alpinarium museum experience.

Galtür/Alpinarium 10.4 km

Wildpark 15.4 km Tschaffein 12.7 km

1650 m 1500 m 1350 m

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Destination Ischgl/Silvrettabahn 1352 m

Start Ischgl/Silvrettabahn 1352 m

1200 m 0

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10 m altitude difference downhill

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UPHILL-IDALP 7.8 km 967 hm

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Culinary treats and a sun terrace await at the Idalp.

7.8 km

967 hm

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As part of the Ischgl Ironbike, the Alpenhaus Trophy route invites bikers to compete by floodlight.

2h

This route covers approx. 1,000 m of altitude along a steadily climbing asphalt road. The route heads off towards the Fimbatal valley from the outset, running uphill to the middle station of the Fimbabahn or Silvrettabahn cable car. It is also worth taking a detour to the Schwarzwassersee and Pardatscher-See lakes. Form here, the road weaves its way up towards the Pardatschgratbahn cable car. The views down into the original Fimbatal valley and to the Gams-

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1,352 m

pleis peak become increasingly more impressive. Once at the Idalp, the sun terrace is the perfect place to stop off for refreshments. On the route back to Ischgl, you can either take the road or the lively Paznauner Taja Trail (page 46) down towards the Fimbatal valley. Another option is the signposted conn­ ecting route 7090 (see p. 38) up to the starting point at the Flimjochbahn mountain station.

Middle station Pardatschgratbahn 4.6 km Middle station Fimbabahn 2.6 km Middle station Silvrettabahn 3.2 km (closed in summer)

2400 m 2100 m

Destination Ischgl/Idalp 2317 m

1800 m 1500 m

Start Ischgl/Silvrettabahn 1352 m

1200 m 0

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4 m altitude difference downhill

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SAMNAUN-LOOP 48 km 2,860 hm Magnificent wide ranging views. A day route with extremely lengthy ascents, interspersed with downhill trails. Can be shorted by taking the cable car.

Get a taste of the Ironbike Marathon feeling!

48 km

2,860 hm

2,860 hm

9-11 h

This very long and varied endurance loop runs along the route of the Ironbike competition and requires a very good level of fitness. It also includes lengthy downhill sections. The start requires lots of stamina. The ascent runs via the Höllboden up to the Salaaser Kopf with beautiful views. From here, the tour runs to the Zeblasjoch. The subsequent forest path takes you to Samnaun without any particular issues. Following the valley, the route leads to Laret. From

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here, another lengthy ascent leads up via the Alp Trida and to the Flimjochbahn mountain station, covering 1,000 m of altitude. If you prefer, you can take the gondola and chair lift for a more comfortable ascent. The Flimjoch single trail and Velill downhill section lead back to the start point.

Idalp 35.4 km Zeblasjoch 14.1 km Samnaun 20 km Alp Trida 28.7 km Flimjochbahn Compatsch 23.8 km mountain station 32.2 km

Höllboden 8.3 km 3000 m

1,352 m

Obere Velillalpe 41 km

2500 m 2000 m 1500 m 1000 m 0

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Start Ischgl/Silvrettabahn 1352 m 5 Route length

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20 m altitude difference downhill

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FIMBAPASS-MARATHON 79.7 km 2,203 hm One of the routes with the most beautiful landscapes. It is only suitable for excellent bikers with its length and high altitude difference.

79.7 km

2,203 hm

11-13 h

3,676 hm

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The 79.7 km marathon route is an enormous challenge with over 2,000 m of altitude to complete. First the route follows the Fimbatal valley along to the Heidelberger Hütte lodge which is on Swiss soil. The ascent to the Fimbapass then follows with sections where you may have to push and carry your bike. But you will be rewarded with fantastic views. The next section leads downhill again to Ramosch and Finstermünz. This is followed by a length

2,752 m

ascent to Ravaisch and from here via the Twinliner cable car to the Alp Trider Sattel. You can cycle further along the Trider Sattel (page 38) and take the chair lift up to the Flimjochbahn mountain station. The Velill downhill section provides a wonderful trail-like feeling. Then the last section follows a comfortable forest road. Make sure you take a light with you: unlit tunnel between Finstermünz and Laret.

Ramosch 31.6 km Turn-off Finstermünz 47.3 km Martina 42.2 km Alp Trider Sattel 63 km

Heidelberger Hütte 13.7 km Switzerland border 11.3 km Fimbapass 16.4 km 3000 m

1,029 m

Flimjochbahn mountain station/border 67.8 km

2500 m 2000 m 1500 m 1000 m 0

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Start Ischgl/Silvrettabahn 1352 m 10 Route length

Destination Ischgl Silvrettabahn 1352 m 20

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SCHÖNVERWALL-RUNDE 92.6 km 2,307 hm

A very long and challenging tour for well-trained bikers. Particularly beautiful landscapes – an absolute dream!

92.6 km

2,307 hm

2,307 hm

10-12 h

This route description starts out from Ischgl, but you can also set out from See, Kappl or Galtür. The ascent up to the Heilbronner Hütte lodge follows the same route as G.2 (page 62). From here, you take the trail running directly to the north and follow it along past the idyllic Scheidsee lake via the Winterjöchle towards the Schönverwall valley. The subsequent descent is tough and includes some sections where you will need to push the bike. At the Schön-

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verwallhütte (unstaffed), you will come to the forest trail which you follow to St. Anton where you can enjoy the unbelievably beautiful landscapes of the Verwalltal valley. The Stanzertal cycle path then leads to Strengen and then via a forest path follows a new ascent of approx. 600 m altitude up to Paznaun.

The valley path then takes you back to the start.

Schönverwallhütte 26.7 km St. Anton 41 km Zeinissee 15 km Heilbronner Hütte 23.3 km Konstanzer Hütte 32 km

2500 m

2,277 m

Kappl 82 km

Strengen 60 km

2000 m 1500 m 1000 m 500 m

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20 m altitude difference uphill

Destination Ischgl/Silvrettabahn 1352 m 30

40 m altitude difference downhill

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The route runs 13.7 km through the Fimbatal valley to the Heidelberger Hütte which is on Swiss soil. An excellent level of fitness is required for this lengthy route. It follows a steep uphill section at the start to the Schwarzwassersee and Pardatscher-See lakes which are perfect for a rest. From here, the route along the Fimbabach becomes even more beautiful and idyllic! The route initially follows an asphalt section before becoming gravel and takes you past

Schwarzwassersee 3.1 km 2400 m 2100 m

Berggasthof Bodenalpe 6.4 km

A long endurance route with lots of nature experiences and the possibility of stopping off at the Berggasthof Bodenalpe.

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HEIDELBERGER HÜTTEN-TOUR 27.4 km 968 hm

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2,264 m

1,352 m

herds of horses and cows – a truly magnificent experience in nature. The Berggasthof Bodenalpe offers a chance for a refreshment break. From here, the ride takes you further into the pure natural setting uphill throughout to the Heidelberger Hütte lodge. The return stretch runs back to Ischgl along the same route.

Heidelberger Hütte 13.7 km

Berggasthof Bodenalpe 21 km

PardatscherSee 3.5 km

Schwarzwassersee 24.3 km

Pardatscher See 23.9 km Ziel Heidelberger Hütte 2261 m

1800 m 1500 m 1200 m

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An asphalt endurance route into the Fimbatal valley. Possibility of stopping off for a refreshment break at the Paznauner Taja.

7 km

636 hm

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This mountain biking route is ideal for an endurance training session. The entire route follows an asphalt road. The initial ascent is fairly difficult and can push bikers to their limits. If you wish to avoid this steep section, you can instead take the Fimbabahn or Silvrettabahn cable car up to the middle station (check operating hours). The ascent from here is less extreme. The valley then widens and the landscape becomes more beautiful. There is the opportunity Turn-off Middle station Silvrettabahn 2.9 km 2000 m

Middle station Fimbapass 2.6 km

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to take a break at the Schwarzwassersee lake or at the neighbouring Pardatscher-See lake. The road runs along the Fimbabach for 2 km to the clear turnoff to the Paznauner Taja lodge. The last section to the lodge follows twists and turns. The return journey either follows the same route or you can take the lively Paznauner Taja Trail (page 50).

Schwarzwassersee 3.1 km

Turn-off Paznauner Taja 5.4 km

Pardatscher See 3.5 km

1800 m

Destination Paznauer Taja 1988 m

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FRIEDRICHSHAFENER HÜTTEN-TOUR 12 km 605 hm

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A classic uphill mountain biking route to one of the key Alpine Association support points in the Verwall mountains with an interesting downhill option.

12 km

605 hm

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605 hm

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Coming from Galtür, the tour starts out from the Piel car park where hikers heading for the Friedrichshafener Hütte can also park. Around 200 m above, those who started out in Ischgl join the route. There are a total of 16 bends to tackle along the relatively even ascent of the forest road to complete the 600 m of elevation gain up to the mountain lodge. Cyclists are rewarded with magnificent panoramic views of the various mountains in the Silvretta and

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Verwall chains. The descent then follows the same route as the ascent. Right at the beginning and towards the end respectively, there is an interesting and signposted trail version which requires a certain degree of biking skill (S2 on the single trail scale). Please only use the specially designated trails and leave all the other paths for hikers – thank you!

Friedrichshafener Hütte 6 km 2200 m 2000 m 1800 m 1600 m 1400 m 0

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Destination valley path 1539 m 2

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UPHILL-FLIMJOCH 9.0 km 1091 hm Uphill to the Swiss border

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1091 hm

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If you start from Ischgl, first follow the MTB route Heidelberger Hütte (MTB 7074) until you can turn left after approx. 2.5 km to the Silvrettabahn middle station (bike transport possible with the cable car). From here, continue on asphalt along the forest until you reach the Idalp after an altitude difference of approx. 700 metres in altitude. Then follow the gravel road past the Velill reservoir up to the „Äußere Viderjoch“ and the mountain station of the Flim-

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jochbahn. This stage can also be shortened with the Flimjochbahn, which is open in summer as well. Once you have reached the finish, you will be rewarded with a breathtaking view of the surrounding mountains. And if you still haven‘t had enough: the starting point of the new single trail is right at the Flimjochbahn mountain station.

Idalp 4.5 km

2800 m

2,752 m

Speicherteich Velill 6.3 km

2400 m

Destination: Mountain station Flimjochbahn 2752m

2000 m 1600 m

Start: Middle station Silvrettabahn 1661m

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START POINT ALP TRIDER SATTEL 2,499m page 42

TRIDER SATTEL 1.9 km

START POINT FLIMJOCHBAHN MOUNTAIN STATION 2,752m

ISCHGL TRAILS - BIKE MAP & TOURS 7 ROUTES

page 44

SCHMUGGLER-TRAIL 8 km

page 46

VELILL-DOWNHILL 10.3 km

page 52

SINGLETRAIL FLIMJOCH 3 km

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DUTY FREE RIDE LARET-SAMNAUN 6.5 km

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START POINT IDALP 2,317m PAZNAUNER TAJA-TRAIL 11.5 km

TOURISMUSVERBAND PAZNAUN – ISCHGL

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START POINT ALP TRIDA 2,268m

45 KILOMETERS 4,773 m ELEVATION GAIN

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TRIDER SATTEL 1.9 km 237 hm

A must for beginners and specialists!

The focus is on biking fun and enjoyment but it is nevertheless possible to clock up some high speeds.

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From the Alp Trider Sattel to the Alp Trida, it’s all about the finest flow riding fun! Once you get an initial taste of the trail feeling as a beginner, you will find yourself infected with trail fever! But experienced bikers too will immediately feel the flow of this single trail as they race down to the Alp Trida. Perfectly shaped jumps present an additional challenge. Leisure riders can slow down the tempo a little and therefore take 2550 m

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away some of the difficulty of the jumps. There are several options from the Alp Trida: either tackle the Trider Sattel again or take the Alp Trider chairlift and try out the Alp Trida endurance trail (page 44). As an experienced cyclist, you can take the tricky and longer Schmuggler Trail (page 46) down into the valley. The spectacular Twinliner cable car will then take you back to the start.

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VIDERJOCH 3.8 km 484 hm

Suitable for beginners and advanced riders for cycling fun of the highest calibre.

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Viderjoch starts out from the Flimjochbahn mountain station and offers magnificent views right from the outset. The route initially runs along a wellmaintained trail across stony terrain. With both bends and straight sections in parts, you finally come to a forest road and can then turn off left onto the trail.

After crossing the next forest trail, the route passes through some increasingly lush vegetation. The altitude gain completed becomes evident and you are

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sure to enjoy cruising across the ever greener meadows at this point. You will enjoy each bend with renewed momentum before you come to the Alp Trida.

From here, there are several options: ambitious bikers can continue on the Duty Free Ride Laret-Samnaun (page 48). Alternatively, you could opt for the gentler Alp Trider Sattel trail (page 42, accessible via the Alp Trider chairlift) or take the Flimsattelbahn chairlift back to the start.

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SCHMUGGLER-TRAIL 8 km 519 hm

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A long and partially exposed trail with some uphill sections. Only suitable for cyclists with an appropriate fitness level.

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The compact gravel road weaves its way along the mountain ridge, always following the border. A high level of fitness is required – some of the ascents are so steep that you will need to push your bike a bit. After the Greitspitzbahn chair lift, a top class trail offers an unbelievable feeling of freedom. The route follows the ridge along to the Salaaser Kopf at over 2,700 m altitude.

And then the downhill part begins. It is clear why the smugglers chose this

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route: you encounter virtually nobody here, apart from a few cows. A leisurely forest trail then runs back to the Alp Trider Sattel mountain station. The Trider Sattel (page 42) trail again offers plenty of downhill fun and leads to the destination, the Alp Trida. Here the Flimsattelbahn chairlift transports you back to the trail start point. Alternatively, the route can be lengthened by taking the Duty Free Ride Laret-Samnaun (page 48).

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DUTY FREE RIDE LARET-SAMNAUN 6.5 km 581 hm

A downhill single trail covering some 600m of altitude, steep in parts, but manageable in technical terms. Good option for extending the route with the Viderjoch.

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The Duty-Free Trail starts out from the Alp Trida and follows a brook. It is worth taking a break at the neighbouring small lake near the start to enjoy nature.

This single trail then follows a relatively steep section down through beautiful terrain and plenty of fun! The route frequently crosses a forest road so there are lots of points where you can depart from the trail. The route covers just under 590m of altitude downhill to Laret. From here, cycle on to Ravaisch where

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the Twinliner double-decker cable car runs up to the Alp Trider Sattel. It is here that the Trider Sattel trail begins and leads back to the start.

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PAZNAUNER TAJA-TRAIL 11.5 km 1,070 hm

A technically challenging, but flowing route with a short section where you will need to push your bike. The route then passes through lush meadows down into the Fimbatal valley and back to Ischgl.

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After starting out from the Idalp, the trail follows a flowing section across the meadows. The Höllboden can easily be reached without difficulty and with plenty of biking fun along the way. A steep uphill section towards the Sassgalunkopf then follows. Here you will need to push the bike over a few metres of altitude. Once at the top, you will be presented with idyllic views of the Fimbatal valley and the next downhill section begins. You can cruise

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through the lush meadows along the single trail. Parts of the trail here lead over wooden boardwalks which simply adds to the biking fun and at the same time presents a challenge in terms of biking technique. A forest trail and a variant that is difficult to ride proceed to the Paznauner Taja. The stretch from the Paznauner Taja is technically challenging and runs down a steep downhill section to the asphalt road. You can then pick up the pace and race back to Ischgl along this road.

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VELILL-DOWNHILL 10.3 km 1,447 hm

A lively trail with jumps, banks and bridges with plenty of fun for seasoned downhill and endurance bikers.

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This very long and challenging trail has everything downhill biker need: routes perfectly adapted to the terrain and dotted with obstacles such as drops, bridges and banks. But there are high-speed sections too. The first section follows a fairly steep stretch across rocky terrain. Drops and bridges provide plenty of biking fun from the Velillbahn mountain station. From endurance bikers to downhill aficionados, there is something for everyone

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here. Once at the Obere Velillalpe, you have to decide whether you want to continue along the steep trail along the Velillbach or speed down the gravel road (along the Samnaun Loop, page 26). The last few kilometres follow a gravel trail. The difficult rating relates to the hardest sections, but these can be bypassed along easy stretches. Then the rating sinks to S3.

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SINGLETRAIL FLIMJOCH 3 km 435 hm

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This newly built route has lots of strips. Particular emphasis was placed on incorporating lots of steep curves during the construction process. As soon as you get off the Flimjochbahn cable car, the trail sets off towards the Idalp which is visible from the start. The route is suitable for anyone seeking a sporty descent. Beginners can easily build on their biking technique. If jumps present too much of a challenge, you can simply cycle over them carefully.

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Advanced bikers can also pick up some speed on the Flimjoch single trail.

The magnificent panoramic views add to the charm of this route. Once at the Idalp, the trail can be extended by adding on the Paznauner Taja Trail (page 50) or you can cycle back to the start along the well-signposted connecting route 7090 (page 38).

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START POINT GALTÜR CENTRE 1,574m page 60

ZEINISSEE-RUNDE 11.8 km

HEILBRONNER HÜTTEN-TOUR 28.6 km page 62

SILVRETTA 3 SEEN-RUNDE 37.2 km page 66 JAMTAL-TOUR 19.8 km

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LAREIN ALPE-TOUR 13.2 km

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GALTÜR - BIKE MAP & TOURS START POINT HEILBRONNER HÜTTE 2,308m

6 ROUTES

VARIANTE MUTTENJOCH 20.6 km

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131 KILOMETERS 4,030 m ELEVATION GAIN

TOURISMUSVERBAND PAZNAUN – ISCHGL Hausnummer 39 | 6563 Galtür | Austria T +43 50990 200 | info@galtuer.com www.galtuer.com

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A short and simple circuit to the idyllic Zeinissee lake in neighbouring Vorarlberg.

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From the start point in the centre, the route runs north and crosses the Vermuntbach river behind the last houses (merging with the Jambach 100 m further down the valley to become the Trisanna river) and then heads into the valley towards the Zeinisjoch. The route runs along asphalt and gravel sections and after 4.5 km, reaches the 1,842 m pass which also forms the border between the states of Tyrol and Vorarlberg. From here, it follows gravel

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paths down to the lake where a guesthouse and campsite are situated. On the other side of the lake, the route follows an asphalt road back to the Zeinisjoch and then on the same route back to Galtür. Tip Bike & Run: an additional sprint around the Kops Reservoir is the perfect end to an unforgettable day of sport and nature!

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From the centre of Galtür, the route runs along a moderately steep section up to the Zeinissee and Kops Reservoir. After a short stretch and a few metres of elevation gain, it’s time to follow the asphalt road down after the reservoir before a forest trail winds along numerus bends up towards the Heilbronner Hütte lodge. After cycling for a total of 10 km, you will come to the cosy Verbellaalpe lodge where you can enjoy a well-deserved rest and recharge your 2400 m

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batteries before tackling the last ascent. The climb leads on up to the Heilbronner Hütte lodge and the last section in particular takes some doing due to the steep incline. After stopping off on the panorama terrace at the lodge, the descent either follows the same path back or you can choose the more adventurous G.3 variation via the Muttenjoch (page 64) or the very long and beautiful Schönverwall-Runde circular tour (page 30).

Heilbronner Hütte 14.3 km Verbellaalpe 10 km Verbellaalpe 18 km Zeinisjoch 4.5 km Zeinisjoch 24.1 km Gasthof Zeinisjoch 5.8 km Gasthof Zeinisjoch 22.8 km

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VARIANTE MUTTENJOCH 20.6 km 635 hm A challenging, high Alpine and very beautiful variation.

Only recommended for highly experienced bikers.

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All bikers who cycle up to the Heilbronner Hütte lodge, still have some energy left and have a thirst for adventure are recommended to try this attractive variation. Just behind the lodge, a single trail leads up some 200 m into the picturesque Ochsental valley. You may need to push your bike over some sections, depending on your fitness level and bike. The route then follows some pretty trails to the head of the valley and from the Ochsensenke to the Mutt­

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enjoch you will need to push or carry your bike over 300 m of elevation gain.

The effort is well worthwhile and the views from the 2,620 m pass are astonishingly beautiful. The trail down from the Joch also presents a real challenge and anyone without 100% command of their bike will have to keep getting on and off. The final 1.5 km to the Friedrichshafener Hütte lodge (page 36) run along a forest path.

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SILVRETTA 3 SEEN-RUNDE 37.2 km 1,162 hm

The Kops Reservoir, Vermunt Reservoir and Silvretta Reservoir: a long and varied tour in the region of the High Alpine Road with many sections on asphalt.

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As with tour G.2 (page 62), this route leads via the Zeinisjoch to the Kops Reservoir. A very long and fast descent runs from here along an asphalt road which is not accessible to general traffic and which ends on a bend of the Silvretta High Alpine Road above the town of Partenen. From here, a lengthy ascent follows a series of endless twists and turns (and the road often has to be shared with lots of motorbikes and cars) up to the Vermunt Reservoir and

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on to the Bielerhöhe at the Silvretta Reservoir. This is the highest point on the tour at 2,036 m and is followed by a leisurely descent down along various forest tracks and cart paths and back along the road to Galtür.

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Through a long and solitary valley into the breath-taking high Alpine terrain.

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From the start point in the centre, the route leads south and quickly comes to a road which runs into the Jamtal valley. The route back covers 10 km and approx. 600 m of altitude before reaching the destination at the Jamtalhütte lodge. The tour is accompanied throughout by fantastic views of the glaciated peaks in the Lower Jamtal valley. The landscapes of this peaceful valley are characterised by the typical Tyrolean Alpine farming and various grazing animals are a constant companion. Two of the mountain lodges – the

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Menta Alm and Scheiben Alm – serve refreshments in summer and are perfect for topping up your energy levels. The tour to the lodge again follows some steeper sections so it is important not to underestimate the fitness level required. The Jamtalhütte lodge is part of the Swabia section of the German Alpine Association and is one of the most important support points for mountaineers, climbers and ski tourers in the Silvretta region.

Jamtalhütte 9.9 km

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From the start point in Galtür, follow the cycle path out of the valley and along the Trisanna. At Tschaffein, you switch onto the southern side of the river.

After over 2.5 km, you will come to the lowest point on the tour, leave the valley bottom and become submersed in the dense Maisswald forest at the entrance to the Lareintal valley. You then follow medium-steep forest roads up to the Lareinbach river and then up to the nearby Larein Alpe where you

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can recharge your batteries on the cosy terrace with some home-made treats such as the famous Paznaun Alpine cheese. There is an alternative for the return journey which turns off left after the lodge after some 600m and after a few additional metres uphill joins the cycle path at Tschaffein.

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START POINT KAPPL CENTRE 1,260m DURCHS VORDERE PAZNAUN 39.5 km page 74

WEILERTOUR KAPPL 23.9 km

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INNTALBLICK-RUNDE 31.9 km

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AUF ALTEN WEGEN 19.5 km

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GROSSE DIAS-RUNDE 14.1 km

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KLEINE DIAS-RUNDE 12.3 km

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SESSLADALPEN-TOUR 19.3 km

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11 ROUTES

DURRICHALPE-TOUR 13.5 km

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195 KILOMETERS

DIAS-FLOW-TRAIL 3.7 km

page 94

KAPPL - BIKE MAPS & TOURS

8,355 m ELEVATION GAIN

TOURISMUSVERBAND PAZNAUN – ISCHGL Dorf 112 | 6555 Kappl | Austria T +43 50990 300 | info@kappl.com www.kappl.com

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START POINT DIASBAHN CAR PARK 1,171m MITTAGKOPF-TOUR 14.8 km

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DIAS-TRAIL 2.5 km

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DURCHS VORDERE PAZNAUN 39.5 km 1,587 hm A very varied tour of discovery through the bottom section of Paznaun.

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Tip: A worthwhile detour up to the Ascherhütte with its beautiful views (see tour S.1, page 98).

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From the start point in Kappl centre, the route leads initially east and follows side roads down to the main road which you then follow for 700 m out of the valley. Then turn right over the bridge where you come across a forest path at the Kappl recycling centre. From here, the route follows uphill and downhill sections out of the valley and through dense forest on the shady side of the valley. There is little change in the landscapes until you reach the Medrig-

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jochbahn mountain station after around 15 km where you can savour the panoramic views and take a break at the guesthouse. The toboggan run track follows a steep descent down to See and from here, runs parallel to the routes K.2 Weilertour Kappl (page 76) and 735 Inntalblick-Runde (page 78) via various hamlets on the sunny side and back to the start.

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The valley path follows a leisurely stretch out of the valley to See. This varied circuit can also be picked up from here. The route follows a quiet asphalt road up to the hamlet of Falgenar where you reach a vantage point offering beautiful views down into the Inntal valley. The route turns around here and a forest path follows a gentle incline towards the south-west through the steep forests. After some 16 km, you come to a populated area again, the district

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of Schrofen. The rest of the route follows gentle uphill and downhill sections along narrow asphalt mountain roads. In addition to the rural culture along the route, there are also a few guesthouses which are the perfect leisurely end to the tour.

Schrofen 16 km Langesthei 17.6 km

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INNTALBLICK-RUNDE 31.9 km 1,192 hm

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An extensive and varied tour which enables you to explore the entire anterior part of Paznaun.

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The route initially follows side roads down into the valley bottom and from here runs a few metres along the main road out of the valley and then right, crossing the river and into the extensive forest on the southern side of the valley. The forest roads follow a moderate incline over some 400 m of elevation gain before heading back downhill towards See. Here you change to the other side of the valley and continue on parallel to route K.2 – Weilertour

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Kappl (page 76). After 19.7 km, you can enjoy beautiful views of the Upper Inntal valley before cycling along through the hamlet of Kappl on the sunny slopes back to the start.

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From the start point in Kappl, the route runs east along quiet side streets through the hamlets and farms on the sunny slope of the anterior part of Paznaun. At the hamlet of Schrofen, you come to a forest path which you follow up to the 7.8 km point. Here the route turns off right onto the old road from See to Langesthei which is definitely one of the most beautiful paths in the valley. Originally designed as a road, the route is now relatively overgrown

Kirche Langesthei 6 km

1600 m

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1,527 m

1,068 m

and is trail-like in character. You cycle over grassy and mossy sections and then through a dense pine forest towards See. It’s fascinating to see paths like this on such steep terrain. Above See, you finally come to the valley path which follows a very varied route back to Kappl.

„Alte Straße“ 7.8 km Turn-off See/Talweg 11.3 km

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GROSSE DIAS-RUNDE 14.1 km 648 hm

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An interesting tour of discovery through the sunny mountain meadows above Kappl with lots of possibilities from the Dias Alpe onwards.

14.1 km

648 hm

2h

648 hm

From the start point in Kappl, the route starts out the same as route 740 (page 84) along side roads towards the district of Oberhaus. Shortly before reaching Oberhaus, the route turns off right onto a forest path which twists and turns through the so-called Sattelwald. After 4.8 km, you reach the tree line at the Berglialpe with clear views across the surrounding peaks and extensive Alpine area. After another 6 km, you come to the highest point in the tour at 1,900 m

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1,898 m

1,260 m

above sea level and from here can enjoy a leisurely cycle to the Dias Alpe. Or what about the variation up to the Almstüberl? Or via the Dias Trail fast downhill back to the start? You could also consider a detour to the Sessladalpe or simply take a leisurely cycle along the forest path through the Wolfgangwald forest. There are many different options for bikers here.

Turn-off Almstüberl 7.4 km Berglialpe 4.8 km Dias Alpe 7.6 km

2000 m 1800 m 1600 m

Start Kappl/centre 1260 m

Destination Kappl/centre 1260 m

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KLEINE DIAS-RUNDE 12.3 km 577 hm

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577 hm

The circuit starts out from the centre of Kappl and follows asphalt side roads up to the district of Oberhaus. A forest road begins at the end of the district.

The ascent up through the forest is not excessively steep and after 5 km, you come to the valley station of the Gongallbahn chairlift (not open in summer).

A few kilometres later, you come to the Dias Alpe. As with the route 738 Große Dias Runde (page 82), there are also several different options for the onward

Oberhaus 2.7 km

2000 m

Gongallbahn valley station 4.9 km (closed in summer)

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1,837 m

1,260 m

journey here too. The normal pathway of the circuit leads from here along leisurely forest roads and a gentle slope down through the Wolfgangwald forest to Kappl. Another variation leads on up to the Almstüberl where you can relax and enjoy the views and a refreshment break. All downhill fans will choose the Dias Trail (route 7088, page 92) down to Kappl. The Dias Trail can be accessed directly from this route.

Dias Alpe/Turn-off Almstüberl 6 km Turn-off Dias-Trail 6.4 km

1800 m 1600 m

Start Kappl/centre 1260 m

Destination Kappl/centre 1260 m

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SESSLADALPEN-TOUR 19.3 km 1,004 hm

A beautiful circuit encompassing a challenging ascent up to the beautifully situated Obere Sessladalpe.

19.3 km

1,004 hm

1,004 hm

23/4 h

From the point in Kappl, the route follows a steep section up to the forest and then along a leisurely stretch to the Ruhesteinkapelle chapel, an idyllically located treasure which you come across around 2.5 km into the ride. At the following crossing, bear left and after crossing the Sessladbach, take the long ascent up along some pleasant forest paths through the Sinser Wald forest.

At the bend after approx. 7 km, turn off right onto a cart path which follows

2400 m

Ruhesteinkapelle 2.4 km

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2,264 m

1,260 m

a somewhat wild and overgrown course across some very steep slopes and across to the Untere Sessladalpe. The ascent up to the Obere Sessladalpe presents a sporty challenge due to the 370 m elevation gain over 2.6 km but is well worth it thanks to the dreamy panoramic views. The return journey runs along the same route to the Untere Sessladalpe and from here through the Wolfgangwald forest back to Kappl.

Untere Sessladalpe 7.6 km

Obere Sessladalpe 10.2 km Untere Sessladalpe 12.8 km

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MITTAGKOPF-TOUR 14.8 km 906 hm

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906 hm

906 hm

A medium-length, medium-difficult tour to a very beautiful vantage point with a bike & hike option.

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The tour starts out over the wooden bridge in the car park at the Diasbahn cable car. The route initially follows some relatively steep forest trails up to the dense forest belt where you can soon enjoy views of the Visnitz waterfall and then come to the idyllic Rotwegkapelle chapel. After a few more twists and turns, the valley becomes flatter and the forest less dense – and you enter the meadowland area around the Visnitz Alpe lodge. You reach this catered lodge

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after around 5 km and can enjoy a revitalising refreshment break here as well as purchasing some of the farm produce made here. But the tour isn’t finished yet. Some 250 m after the lodge, you cross the Visnitzbach river and cycle another approx. 2.3 km north-east to a view point at 2,070 m – the destination for the tour. Tip bike & hike: from here you can also reach the summit of the Mittagkopf at 2,249 m in just half an hour.

View point Mittagkopf 7.9 km 2100 m

Rotwegkapelle 1.3 km

Visnitz Alpe 4.8 km

Visnitz Alpe 9.8 km

Rotwegkapelle 13.4 km

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Destination Kappl/Diasbahn car park 1171 m 5

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A circuit which is not excessively challenging and leads to one of the most beautiful spots in Paznaun.

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DURRICHALPE-TOUR 13.5 km 605 hm

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From the centre in Kappl, the route initially runs along a narrow asphalt road towards the district of Oberhaus and after 2.4 km, a gravel road heads up to the Durrichalpe lodge. From here, it follows a gentle ascent around several twists and turns through a forest (not overly dense), reaching the Durrichalpe after 6 km with its unique moorland landscape beneath the Alpine lodges.

Panoramic views on one side and fascinating wetland vegetation on the other

Start gravel road 2.4 km

2000 m

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1,848 m

1,260 m

make this a truly exceptional place which is guaranteed to leave a lasting impression. This is the highest point on the tour at 1,848 m and from here you can glide down on the other side until you come to the asphalt road again after 10 km in total which takes you along a leisurely section back to the start.

Durrichalpe 6 km

1800 m 1600 m

Start Kappl/centre 1260 m

Destination Kappl/centre 1260 m

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4 m altitude difference uphill

6 m altitude difference downhill

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DIAS-TRAIL 2.5 km 443 hm

S2 Pure trail fun through dense woodland.

Medium length and medium difficulty.

2.5 km

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443 hm

Trail tolerance! Please look out for hikers and cycle with consideration.

15 min

The start point for the trail is easily accessible from the Dias Alpe (at the Diasbahn cable car mountain station – bikes can be taken on the cable car – or from the Sunny Mountain adventure park) which is best accessed via route 740 (Kleine Dias-Runde, page 84). After a short flat section along a forest path heading west, you will see the trail access point on the left. It is signposted with a large panel between two trees. The trail then weaves its way through

1950 m

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1,812 m

1,369 m

the dense forest along beautiful woodland trails with only individual trees and after approx. 700 m crosses a forest road. In the lower section, the forest becomes less dense and the houses at the top of the district of Egg can be reached via the open meadows. From here, the ski descent takes you on down to a forest trail which then leads back to the centre of Kappl.

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DIAS-FLOW-TRAIL 3.7 km 333 hm

S2 The 300 hm long Flow Trail offers beautiful forest and meadow paths. Rapid turns also ensure plenty of driving fun.

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From the mountain station of the Diasbahn, the new Flow Trail winds its way down to the Egger Chapel over a length of 3.7 kilometres. The easy trail is suitable for all flow enthusiasts and in the first section leads along beautiful forest and meadow paths to gently get into the flow. From the valley station of the Gongall chairlift, there is the start of the nature trail with rapid approach curves and bouncing waves through the Kappl forest area.

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1,940 m

A total of 333 metres of descent, stretched over 38 curves, extend to a longitudinal gradient of almost 10 % and take bikers into a state of flow. By the way: From the Egger Chapel, a well-signposted path leads along the municipal road to the valley station of the Diasbahn cable car.

Start Diasbahn mountain station, 1823 m Gongallbahn valley station, 1,3 km

1800 m 1700 m

Destination Egger Kapelle forest road/communal road to Diasbahn valley station, 1490 m

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START POINT SEE CENTRE 1,037m ASCHERHÜTTEN-TOUR 24.4 km

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UNTERTAL-RUNDE 21.5 km

page 100

MEDRIGALM-TOUR 19.4 km

page 102

START POINT LANDECK 794m page 104

LANDECK-SEE 14.5 km

SEE - BIKE MAPS & TOURS

START POINT HINTERGIGGL 1,362m

5 ROUTES

SINGLETRAIL TOBADILL 1.4 km

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81 KILOMETERS 3,448 m ELEVATION GAIN

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ASCHERHÜTTEN-TOUR 24.4 km 1,233 hm

24.4 km

1,233 hm

1,233 hm

A strenuous route from the valley bottom to the mountains, rewarded with magnificent views.

3-4 h

The route follows a short stretch along the main road towards Ischgl before turning off to the left and continuing along an asphalt track uphill to the districts of Klaus and Maierhof. The forest road starts out from the last houses and follows a gentle incline and twists and turns through the forests. After a little over 8 km, you come the mountain station of the Medrigjochbahn cable car. A forest trail then runs along the ski pistes, partly along steeper sections

Medrigjochbahn mountain station 8.2 km

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1,037 m

up to the mountain station for the Zeinisbahn chairlift. This is followed by a longer and flatter section with a short final ascent to the Ascherhütte lodge.

Magnificent panoramic views open up here, surrounded by the mountain peaks and are best savoured with a refreshment on the sun terrace. The return journey follows the same route to the Panoramarestaurant and from here follows the toboggan route track back down to See.

Ascherhütte 12.9 km Zeinisbahn Zeinisbahn mountain station 11.5 km mountain station 14.2 km Medrigjochbahn mountain station 17.6 km

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Destination See/Medrigjochbahn 1037 m 10 m altitude difference downhill

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UNTERTAL-RUNDE 21.5 km 289 hm Fun descents and variety with little exertion required. A leisurely circuit.

21.5 km

289 hm

1,047 hm

2h

Most of the elevation gain can be completed at the start by taking the cable car. At the start of the tour, the forest trail crosses the Istalanztal valley and then leads west through steep forests in the shady side of Paznaun. The only notable climb starts at 6 km and covers 150 m of altitude through the Gam-

2100 m

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1,796 m

1,037 m

pertuner Wald forest. From here, it runs downhill to a main road in the valley bottom. Here the route switches to the other side of the valley. The return journey to See follows a varied valley path.

Medrigalm 1.4 km

Paznauntal-Bundesstraße 12.9 km

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Destination See/Medrigjochbahn 1037 m

1200 m 900 m

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Training tour on the local mountain in See. 19.4 km

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846 hm

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The route follows a short stretch along the main road towards Ischgl before turning off to the left and continuing along an asphalt track uphill to the districts of Klaus and Maierhof. The forest road starts out from the last houses and follows a gentle incline and twists and turns through the forests. After a little over 8 km, you come the mountain station of the Medrigjochbahn ­cable car at the Panoramarestaurant Medrig. Recharge your batteries with a ref-

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reshment break, enjoy the views or simply get changed and then head back downhill. Or how about a detour to the Ascherhütte lodge? Whatever you want to do! After a short climb, the descent runs down through the Istalanztal valley and through the Stielwald forest back down to See.

Panoramarestaurant Medrig 8.5 km

2100 m

Istalanzbach 10.3 km

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LANDECK-SEE 14.5 km 884 hm

Uphill-focused connecting route between Landeck and See, with a single trail as a reward.

14.5 km

884 hm

21/2 h

490 hm

The route sets off from the southern part of Landeck towards the west, first along an uphill asphalt road and then turning off left along well-established forest trails in the wood. Once the first ascent has been completed, you can enjoy the first descent down to the Tobadiller Straße road. But this breather is short-lived and from here it’s time to put some energy into the pedals to complete the long 360 m of altitude to Giggl. One last bend and the terrain becomes a fun single trail, using up any last energy reserves you might have

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on the downhill stretch from the Waldkapelle – the highest point on the route.

The up and down flows on the Singletrail Tobadill (page 106 – very challenging in parts) are definitely a reward for the effort invested in getting here. The single trail ends in Frödenegg and the final 3 km downhill from See to the Medrig­jochbahn cable car follow forest paths initially and then an asphalt road.

Hintergiggl/Tobadill-Trail 9.8 km Tobadill 6.2 km

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Destination See/Medrigjochbahn 1037 m 5

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SINGLETRAIL TOBADILL 1.4 km 196 hm

S2 Minimal effort, maximum downhill fun in a fairy-tale setting.

1.4 km

89 hm

196 hm

15 min

Just a small elevation gain of 40m altitude and the biking fun can begin! This short but magnificent single trail starts out in Giggl and crosses the Gigglbach river until it finally leaves the forest area in Frödenegg where it ends. From the highest point at the Waldkapelle, the route follows a gentle and even rootcovered path along to the Hintergigglbach which can be crossed via a bridge – pure adventure! Just 100 m further, the gradient of the trail changes and it

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begins to run downhill. NB: shared trail with hikers! Once this medium-difficult technical section is complete, the route flows down through the forest until you reach the shade of the trees and the destination and long-awaited fountain in Frödenegg.

Start Hintergiggl 1362 m

1350 m

Destination Frödenegg 1258 m

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E-BIKE Battery. The times given for the tours described here are reference values only and can differ according to your fitness, battery strength and breaks taken. Please ensure that the battery is fully charged before you begin the tour. For longer tours, we recommend cycling in ‘eco mode’ to extend the battery life.

E-bike hire: Sport Bründl Dorfstraße 64 | Ischgl +43 5444 5759 www.bruendl.at

Intersport Ladner Dorf 112 | Kappl +43 5445 6151 www.skiverleih-kappl.at

Bus. Unfortunately e-bikes cannot be transported by bus due to the weight.

Ischgl Rent Dorfstraße 52 | Ischgl +43 5444 526251 www.ischgl-rent.com

Sport Narr Au 178 | See +43 5441 8500 www.sport-narr.at

Cable car. E-bikes can be transported on the cable cars and chairlifts in operation (up to 25 kg and provided they are clean – with the exception of Kappl cable car).

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Pumptrack and Kids Track Practice area for beginners and pros with mini-jumpline Panorama circuit with several short trail sections and uphill flow trail 4 trails with varying profiles and levels of difficulty MTB courses with a total length of 14 km 109

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