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Bernina Express (673)

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  • Bikers at Lago Bianco
    Bikers at Lago Bianco
    Photo: Laura-Maria Engel, Engadin Tourismus AG

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    The local mountain bike route Bernina Express takes its name from the legendary train of the Rhaetian Railway that runs over the Bernina Pass, and is just as varied and inspiring. The return journey from Poschiavo by train is part of this route, which connects the Upper Engadin with the southern Valposchiavo.
    moderate
    Distance 37.6 km
    4:10 h
    632 m
    1,315 m
    2,276 m
    1,011 m

    From Samedan, the route leads along the Bernina Valley through uniquely beautiful landscapes, repeatedly offering views of the impressive glaciers of the Bernina massif. At the pass summit, it passes left of Lago Bianco before the descent into Valposchiavo begins. After just a few meters of descent, you can feel and smell the southern climate and changed vegetation. The terrace of the Belvedere Restaurant or the buffet at Alp Grüm station invite you to enjoy a break and catch your breath.
    From Cavaglia, you can follow the signposted route, which leads over gravel and asphalt roads, or choose the technically more demanding variant along the railway track and the old path.
    On the train ride from Poschiavo to Bernina Pass, you get an impression of the pioneering spirit of the people who built this route over 100 years ago. If possible, it is worth taking a seat in an open carriage - convertible.
    The flowing descent from Bernina Pass to Pontresina is the crowning finale of this varied route. By the way: In God Chapütschöl, Pontresina took the opportunity to lead the route for uphill and downhill on separate paths. While the descent trail leads to the valley over rhythmic waves and smooth berms, the uphill trail winds through the picturesque forest with constant changes of direction and varying steep climbs. It is the first uphill trail in the Engadin specifically adapted for uphill riding.

    Further information
    Engadin St. Moritz Tourism AG
    Via Maistra 1
    CH-7500 St. Moritz
    Tel: +41 81 830 00 01
    E-mail: allegra@engadin.ch
    Internet: www.engadin.ch

    Author’s recommendation

    Treat yourself to a piece of homemade cake on the panoramic terrace of the Belvedere Restaurant.
    Difficulty
    S2 moderate
    Overall difficulty
    moderate

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

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    Highest point
    2,276 m
    Lowest point
    1,011 m
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    Track types

    Asphalt 1.38%Dirt road 2.88%Forested/wild trail 59.10%Path 22.24%Road 14.36%Unknown 0%
    Asphalt
    521 m
    Dirt road
    1.1 km
    Forested/wild trail
    22.2 km
    Path
    8.4 km
    Road
    5.4 km
    Unknown
    3 m
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    Tips and suggestions

    The express trains «Bernina Express» with their panoramic carriages do not offer the possibility to transport bikes. All other trains are equipped for mountain bike transport. Please note the current timetable!

    Roadbook

    Samedan - Pontresina - Morteratsch - Bernina Pass - Alp Grüm - Cavaglia - Poschiavo
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    Pontresina, Swiss Cross-Country Skiing and Bike Centre
    Bernina Sport
    Fähndrich Sport
    Morteratsch Alpine Cheese Dairy
    Restaurant Morteratsch
    Berninahaus
    Lej Nair
    Lago Bianco
    Station buffet Ospizio Bernina
    Casa Alpina Belvedere
    Albergo Ristorante Alp Grüm

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    Coordinates

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    2'786'703E 1'156'480N
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    46.533551, 9.872656
    DMS
    46°32'00.8"N 9°52'21.6"E
    UTM
    32T 566919 5153701
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    Difficulty
    S2 moderate
    Overall difficulty
    moderate

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Distance
    37.6 km
    Duration
    4:10 h
    Ascent
    632 m
    Descent
    1,315 m
    Highest point
    2,276 m
    Lowest point
    1,011 m
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