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Cross-country skiing Gantrisch-Königsloipe
before watershed - cross-country skiing Gantrisch-Königsloipe
Unterer Selibüel - Cross-country skiing Gantrisch-Königsloipe
Cross-country skiing Gantrisch-Königsloipe

Cross-country skiing Gantrisch main axis

The Gantrisch Cross-Country Ski Center main loop is the ideal loop for beginners. The route is mostly slightly uphill or flat on the wide main road.


MapElevation Profile
Level of difficulty
easy
Distance
5.3 km
Duration
1:15 h
Ascent
106 m
Descent
21 m
Highest Point
1568 m
Lowest Point
1484 m
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The main axis of the Gantrisch cross-country skiing center is the perfect route for beginners. The route is mostly nice and flat, partly slightly uphill and wide. When your strength starts to wane, you can turn around on the main axis as you wish and return to the starting point.
Tip from the author

From the watershed to the refuge with a break at the kiosk and then back to the watershed - 10 ideal kilometers for beginners.


Map and elevation profile


Details

Features
Level of difficulty
easy
Distance
5.3 km
Duration
1:15 h
Ascent
106 m
Descent
21 m
Highest Point
1568 m
Lowest Point
1484 m
Condition
Technique
Experience
Landscape
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Directions

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Getting there

  • Public Transport

    Gurnigel, watershed SBB timetable How to get there The Gantrisch snow bus, operated by Bus Alpin, is another mobility service offered by the municipalities and the nature park. All information can be found on the Bus Alpin website.

  • Privat Transport

    Arrival

  • Parking

    Arrival


Useful information

Safety Information
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Equipment

Guests without their own equipment can hire classic and skating cross-country skiing equipment at three locations at reasonable prices. Self-service is available, payment is made on the spot in cash or by Twint.

  • Gurnigel Berghaus, Gurnigelberghaus 1, 3099 Rüti b. Riggisberg
  • Hotel Restaurant Schwarzenbühl, 3156 Riffenmatt
  • Riffenmatt opposite Restaurant Löwen, Dorfplatz 33A, 3156 Riffenmatt

Find out more about renting here.

Additional information

You can see what the trails look like, how much snow there is or whether the sun is shining live via the webcam. Which trails were last groomed by the snow groomer can be followed live here.

All important information such as the condition of the trails, the opening hours of the rental shops, the trail pass and the cross-country skiing school can be found on the Gantrisch Cross-Country Skiing Center website.