Cycling routes
Binntal - valleys & musts
Fiesch
0/7°
A short ascent to a little paradise on earth! Precious stones and minerals, stone sculptures, and the incomparable “Binntaler Sun” give your route a completely new dimension.
Difficulty
EasyLength
14.99 kmDuration
1:49 h
Description
As soon as you have crossed the Rhone – which is still a small wild river here – a short but steep ascent follows! The beautiful village of Ernen alone, with its contrasting house facades of sun-darkened wood and flawless white, is worth the effort. Those expecting another ascent now will be surprised: from here, the road winds almost flat through spruce and larch forests. In autumn, when the larches don their enchanting golden coat, this section turns into a pure feast for the eyes! You elegantly bypass the subsequent car tunnel on a natural road. A few kilometers further, you reach the village of Binn. Here the valley finally opens up before you, and the small village of Fäld already welcomes you with its two cozy inns.
Turn-by-turn directions
From the Lax train station and the cantonal road, a short descent takes you over the Rhone, which is still a small wild river here, before the ascent brings you to the pretty village of Ernen. You turn right and follow the relatively flat road that winds along the mountainside until you reach a long car tunnel. As a cyclist, you can elegantly bypass this on a well-developed natural road along the mountain. Along this two-kilometer section, you will be repeatedly surprised by works of art. At the tunnel’s exit, you rejoin the cantonal road that takes you to the valley's main town: Binn. You bypass the village and continue your discovery journey through the valley to the small village of Fäld. In Binntal, a wide range of restaurants awaits you, providing for your physical well-being and a welcome refreshment.
Start
Lax train station (1045m)
Destination
Fäld bus stop, Binntal (1518m)
Author's recommendation
The Binntal is known for its precious stones and minerals in all colors! In Fäld, there is a dedicated museum as well as an educational trail!
Technical information
Altitude
1519m
976m
Ascent
+545m
Descent
-72m
Technique
Stamina
Experience
Landscape
Best time of the year
- Jan
- Feb
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Getting there
Information
Public transport
Regular Intercity train connections with SBB from all over Switzerland to Brig. Then regional trains of the Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn or bus connection to Lax.
Approach
From Brig, follow cantonal road 19 (Furka road) for 16 km to Lax.
Parking
Several parking spaces are available at Lax train station. Follow the local parking guidance system in Lax.
Source
This activity is brought to you by Valais/Wallis Promotion