Rhone Route
Section 1 Andermatt–Oberwald
The start in the stony Alpine reduit (fortress), over the treeless pastures of the Urserental, perspiring on the climb to the 2430m Furkapass and an indescribable freewheel past the ice caves of the Rhone Glacier.
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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 |
| Furka Passhöhe | Show on map |
| Oberwald | 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
Length38 km
Height differenceAndermatt–Oberwald: 1'000 m
Oberwald–Andermatt: 1'100 m
RequirementsGrade: difficult
Conditions: difficult
Helpful hintsPlease note: Furkapass open from approx. May to October. Info Tel 163
SignalizationFor cycling, follow the logo indicated on the red signposts.
Height differenceAndermatt–Oberwald: 1'000 m
Oberwald–Andermatt: 1'100 m
RequirementsGrade: difficult
Conditions: difficult
Helpful hintsPlease note: Furkapass open from approx. May to October. Info Tel 163
SignalizationFor cycling, follow the logo indicated on the red signposts.
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AccommodationOvernight accommodation along the route
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Cycle rentalRental points along the route
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Places of interest along the route
Historic traffic routes (1)
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