North-South Route
Section 5 Andermatt–Airolo
The Gotthardpass Alpine transit route of European importance. On horseback, by train, car or bike: everyone wanted and still wants to head south via the Gotthard. The Hospiz, a colourful concoction of bratwurst, language chaos, camera clicks and growling motorbikes.
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Arrival / return travel
Our recommendations for arrival by public transport.
Rail, bus, boat recommendations
| Timetable | Public transport stops and route |
|---|---|
| Andermatt | Show on map |
| Airolo | Show on map |
SwitzerlandMobility recommends covering the following sections by rail, bus or boat to shorten the route, to negotiate height differences or simply because it’s beautiful.
All recommendations
All recommendations
Length26 km
Height differenceAndermatt–Airolo: 640 m
Airolo–Andermatt: 900 m
RequirementsGrade: difficult
Conditions: difficult
Helpful hintsPlease note: Gotthardpass open from approx. May to October. Info Tel 163.
Beware: cobblestones on old pass road between St. Gotthard Pass head and Airolo, choose new Gotthard road for descent on bikes with no suspension.
SignalizationFor cycling, follow the logo indicated on the red signposts.
Height differenceAndermatt–Airolo: 640 m
Airolo–Andermatt: 900 m
RequirementsGrade: difficult
Conditions: difficult
Helpful hintsPlease note: Gotthardpass open from approx. May to October. Info Tel 163.
Beware: cobblestones on old pass road between St. Gotthard Pass head and Airolo, choose new Gotthard road for descent on bikes with no suspension.
SignalizationFor cycling, follow the logo indicated on the red signposts.
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AccommodationOvernight accommodation along the route
List of accommodation partners (11)
Offers for the route
Our offers (2)
Your companion for the route (2)
Cycle rentalRental points along the route
List of rental points (1)
Places of interest along the route
Historic traffic routes (2)
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