Salgesch-Leukerbad – Valais Cycling Tour

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20.03km

582 - 1,379m

Distance

680hm

24hm

Ascent

01:20h

Duration

Valais/Wallis Promotion

Brief description: From Salgesch to Varen, the route climbs gently across vineyards before ascending in regular intervals to Leukerbad.
Difficulty: medium
Rating: Technique

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Starting point: Salgesch, Kirchstrasse
Route: Salgesch (581 m)village

Kirche St. Johann Baptist place of worship
0.0 km

Sonne restaurant
0.2 km

Varensis restaurant
3.5 km

Varonne village
4.0 km

Leuk Stadt (731 m)village
6.3 km

Susten (630 m)village
6.7 km

Tschingere hamlet
11.1 km

Rumeling hamlet
12.2 km

Rustico restaurant
14.8 km

Inden village
15.0 km

Birchen hamlet
18.2 km

Loèche-lès-Bains (1,402 m)village
19.8 km

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Description: The climb begins in Salgesch village centre, ascending gradually through vineyards and taking in a few hairpin bends to reach Varen. A short descent to the village of Leuk (Loèche) will take you to the main road that accesses the Dalatal. The road, which is broad and free of any significant gradients, then crosses the village of Inden, gradually offering up a breathtaking view of the Gemmi massif and the cliffs surrounding Leukerbad. The final part of the climb isn’t too demanding, and takes you up to 1,400 metres in altitude to the centre of the thermal resort of Leukerbad.
Directions: From the centre of the village of Salgesch to Varen, the road climbs gradually through the vineyards. After passing through numerous vineyards, you’ll arrive in Varen. After the village, a short descent leads you to Leuk, which you bypass and join the main road to Rumeling and Inden. At the entrance to the village of Leukerbad (Leukerbad), go straight on at the roundabout to reach the village centre.
Highest point: 1,379 m
Endpoint: Leukerbad, Kuparkstrasse
Height profile: © outdooractive.com
Equipment: We recommend: bike in excellent working order, helmet, gloves and bell, clothing suitable for the weather (always carry a waterproof), food and drink.
Safety instructions: Strictly respect the Swiss traffic rules. Please note that you are running the tour at your own risk and all liability is refused. Please be considerate to plants and animals. For your own safety, wear an helmet every time you ride a bike. Emergency numbers: 144 Ambulance / 117 Police / 1414 Helicopter Rescue (Rega).
Tips: The spectacular cliffs of Leukerbad. It’s the perfect place to take a photo to remember the climb!
Additional information: Further information:
Salgesch
Directions: Motorway exit A9 to Sierre-Est, then follow the cantonal road to Salgesch village centre.
Public transportation: To reach the starting point in Salgesch, take the funicular, PostBus or bus from Sierre or Visp.
Parking: This tour is the second stage of the Valais Cycling Tour, which takes place over several stages. The starting and finishing points are in different locations. We therefore advise you to travel to the starting point using public transport. To do this, we recommend using the SBB car park in Sierre (Plaine Bellevue) or Leuk. There is also parking available in Leukerbad and Susten. Please follow the local parking instructions.