Rhone Route 1 (downstream)

42.63 km long
Difficulty: easy
Condition: very easy
Great panorama
Bike Tour
  • 2:30 h
  • 42.63 km
  • 42 m
  • 190 m
  • 522 m
  • 674 m
  • 152 m
  • Start: Brig
  • Destination: Sierre

Your route through the main valley of Valais:

You will discover many small villages and even ride through the nature reserve "Pfynwald".

A final visit to Stockalperschloss and one of the restaurants in Brig and your route can begin. Soon you will be surrounded by bushes and nearby corn and maize fields. You hardly notice the motorway, train and industry because the Rhone Route is "noise-protected" on the opposite side. In a short time, you reach Brigerbad, where the largest outdoor and thermal bath in the Alps is located. From Brigerbad, the route continues via Lalden and Baltschieder to Raron. Not only fans of German literature can look forward to the "Rilke village": it is a beautiful spot and nicely dressed up.

From Raron, it goes on to Leuk, from here you are surrounded by vineyards. Soon Sierre is reached - Sierre was called the "city of a hundred hills" by the Romans.

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Pavements

Street
Asphalt
Gravel
Trail

Best to visit

suitable
Depends on weather

Directions

In a short time, you will reach Brigerbad, where the largest outdoor and thermal bath in the Alps is located. From Brigerbad, the route continues via Lalden and Baltschieder to Raron. Not only fans of German literature can look forward to the "Rilke village": it is a beautiful spot and nicely dressed up.

From Raron, it goes on to Leuk, from here you are surrounded by vineyards. Soon Sierre is reached - Sierre was called the "city of a hundred hills" by the Romans.

Equipment

Our recommendation: Technically flawless bicycle, helmet, gloves and bell, clothing suitable for the weather (always carry rain protection), drink and provisions.

Directions & Parking facilities

The car can be parked in one of the parking garages in Brig.
By train or private car to Brig. From Brig you can start directly.

Additional information

Literature

Brochure: Bike map

Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author

Visit the thermal bath in Brigerbad on occasion – the best idea for tired muscles.

Safety guidelines

Respect the rules of Swiss road traffic. Riding this route is at your own risk and any liability is excluded. Respect the fauna and flora in your surroundings. For your safety, we recommend wearing a bicycle helmet.

Map

Road and bike maps are available at the tourism offices in Simplon Dorf and Brig.

Nearby

Location and Contact

Rhone Route 1 (downstream)
3900 Brig