Lakes Route
Section 10 Buchs (SG)–Rorschach
St. Galler Rheintal, a countryside often cosseted by the warm wind. Much land has been won by the correction of the Alpenrhein im Rheintal. The shallow delta and silver expanse of the Bodensee beckon in the distance.
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Arrival / return travel
Our recommendations for arrival by public transport.
| Timetable | Public transport stops and route |
|---|---|
| Buchs SG | Show on map |
| Rorschach | Show on map |
Length72 km
of which unsurfaced: 13 km
Height differenceBuchs (SG)–Rorschach: 100 m
Rorschach–Buchs (SG): 150 m
RequirementsGrade: easy
Conditions: easy
Helpful hintsBeware: in good weather a strong wind blows up the Rhine Valley in the afternoon but down valley if the Föhn wind is blowing.
Beware: unmanned boundary crossing at St. Margrethen: crossing permitted during day only and with identification.
SignalizationFor cycling, follow the logo indicated on the red signposts.
of which unsurfaced: 13 km
Height differenceBuchs (SG)–Rorschach: 100 m
Rorschach–Buchs (SG): 150 m
RequirementsGrade: easy
Conditions: easy
Helpful hintsBeware: in good weather a strong wind blows up the Rhine Valley in the afternoon but down valley if the Föhn wind is blowing.
Beware: unmanned boundary crossing at St. Margrethen: crossing permitted during day only and with identification.
SignalizationFor cycling, follow the logo indicated on the red signposts.
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