More Than Transit

Why you should go there: This large region extends into several cantons and covers the area between Urnersee, Nufenenpass and Biasca. Many people only know the Gottardo as a transit region and the place where they are stuck in traffic when heading south for holidays. On this occasion you also might have looked outside the car window and wondered if there is any good biking around… There is! Road cyclists have enjoyed this spot since quite a while as the great number of mountain passes in the area makes it very attractive for “gran fondos”. Naturally such alpine terrain is also attractive for mountainbiking. The public transit infrastructure makes this rugged mountain area easily accessible if desired. Biking on the ancient trading routes is often challenging, trails can be very rocky and occasionally steep or exposed. You are rewarded with spectacular views and long technical downhills in a raw mountain region.

Who is it for: Bikers with intermediate to very good technical skills who like natural trails and feel comfortable in steep and rocky terrain will find a big playground. The Gottardo area with its mountain passes has always been a trade & traffic hub connecting different regions. Clever combination of cable cars, trains and busses allows for epic enduro adventures.

Who should avoid it: There are hardly any easy trails, so beginner-riders and people with little alpine experience will not find much for them. Also you will not find too much night-life or restaurants in the area.