- 1:00 h
- 8.83 km
- 793 m
- 1,032 m
- 1,824 m
- 792 m
- Start: Rosswald, mountain station
- Destination: Rosswald, valley station
You can conveniently reach Rosswald with the gondola from Ried-Brig. The bike trail starts directly at the mountain station. Ride right on the gravel road downhill. After 200 meters, turn right and follow the trail until you reach the paved road at Resti, which you cross and continue following the trail.
Via the trails, you return to the valley station of the Rosswald cable cars, which takes you back up the mountain for a second round.
The varied trail together with the Gantertal Trail offers a great biking day at Rosswald.
Good to know
Pavements
Best to visit
Directions
At the mountain station of the Rosswald cable cars, you get on your bike and head directly west. After 200 meters, turn right onto the trail. Follow this trail, crossing the Restistrasse and zigzagging down the Rosswald ridge to the Wiler Stückiegga. Here, you reach the forest road, which you follow to Schallberg. The trail then takes you onto the road running parallel to the Simplon Pass road. Follow this road until the junction to the old Napoleon road. A few meters after the wayside shrine, the trail branches right. Follow the trail until you can see the valley station.
Tour information
Stop at an Inn
Equipment
Our recommendation: technically flawless bike, helmet, gloves, and bell, weather-appropriate clothing (always carry rain protection), drink and snacks.
Directions & Parking facilities
The access is well signposted via Brig or coming from the Simplon.
Parking is available at the Rosswald valley station.
You can reach the Rosswald valley station by post bus from Brig railway station.
Additional information
More information about bike trails in the Brig Simplon region: www.brig-simplon.ch/biken
Literature
Get the Valais/Wallis mountain bike map to discover the best routes in the region. The tourism office in Brig provides you with information material and brochures about mountain biking in the destination.
Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author
Reserve your ticket for the Rosswald gondola in advance online.
Safety guidelines
The mountains, a place of joy to share and respect. The mountain world is a place for meeting and experiencing unforgettable moments together – whether by bike or on foot. To ensure all users can benefit, it is essential to share this space with respect for nature and agriculture. Respectful behavior enables everyone to enjoy their leisure activities under the best conditions. Inform yourself about recommendations and rules. Assess your own skills and fitness well. Riding the various routes is always at your own risk.
Map
Swisstopo maps 1:25,000: Simplon
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