Lakes Route
Section 9 Niederurnen–Buchs (SG)
Figs and kiwis ripen in the Walensee climate chamber where the sheer high cliffs of the Churfirsten threaten to topple into the 150-metre-deep waters. An easy pedal to Sargan, guarded by castle and Gonzen, old supplier of iron ore.
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Arrival / return travel
Our recommendations for arrival by public transport.
| Timetable | Public transport stops and route |
|---|---|
| Ziegelbrücke | Show on map |
| Buchs SG | Show on map |
Length54 km
of which unsurfaced: 3 km
Height differenceNiederurnen–Buchs (SG): 200 m
Buchs (SG)–Niederurnen: 180 m
RequirementsGrade: easy
Conditions: easy
Helpful hintsBeware: busy main road Murg–Walenstadt at Walenensee. Alternative: Use of Murg–Mols shore path by bikers allowed from Monday to Friday.
Beware: in good weather a strong wind blows up the Rhine Valley in the afternoon but down valley if the Föhn wind is blowing.
SignalizationFor cycling, follow the logo indicated on the red signposts.
of which unsurfaced: 3 km
Height differenceNiederurnen–Buchs (SG): 200 m
Buchs (SG)–Niederurnen: 180 m
RequirementsGrade: easy
Conditions: easy
Helpful hintsBeware: busy main road Murg–Walenstadt at Walenensee. Alternative: Use of Murg–Mols shore path by bikers allowed from Monday to Friday.
Beware: in good weather a strong wind blows up the Rhine Valley in the afternoon but down valley if the Föhn wind is blowing.
SignalizationFor cycling, follow the logo indicated on the red signposts.
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