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The cattle hut on TorrentPhoto: Leukerbad Marketing AG, Leukerbad
Conquer the Torrent region and the Rinderhütte mountain station (2350 m above sea level) - the starting point of numerous other biking routes - by your own muscle power.
What the cable car can do, you can do yourself? Then let’s go! On this technically easy route, the focus is once on elevation and a phenomenal view. But this must first be earned by a climb of 1000 vertical meters. Arrived at the Rinderhütte mountain station, there is also the possibility to join another bike tour. Otherwise, let yourself glide down as planned via a scenic mountain and forest road to the village of Leukerbad.
Author’s recommendation
Those who want it even tougher can also tackle the loop in the opposite direction. For the descent, the Flowtrail or Torrentrail Short is recommended. In this case, watch out for oncoming traffic of downhill monster scooters and e-scooters during the ascent.
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
Track types
Rest stops
Restaurant Pizzeria GiardinoRestaurant Leukerbad Therme
Safety information
The mountains, a place of joy to share and respect. The mountain world is a place to meet and experience unforgettable moments together – whether by bike or on foot. For all users to 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.
Use only the marked bike paths and roads and follow the signage. Please close gates and pasture fences behind you. Show consideration for hikers as well as plants and animals. Hikers have the right of way in principle. Assess your own skills and fitness well. Using the different routes is always at your own risk.
Tips and suggestions
The tourism office in Leukerbad is happy to provide you with information material and can give detailed information about the route.
Roadbook
The route starts at the town hall and passes the valley station of the Leukerbad aerial cableway. Via a short nature trail, you reach the main road towards Albinen and pedal uphill through the tunnel (at the Albinen ladders) and turn left to the Flaschen valley station. Via the narrow, paved side road with a constant incline, you zigzag up to the idyllic Torrentalp. Via the panoramic trail, you finally reach the Rinderhütte mountain station.
The descent leads over a natural mountain road and later downwards on a forest path. Via Folljeret and the Weidstübli restaurant, you rush back to the village of Leukerbad. The descent is steeper and a bit rougher than the ascent but does not pose a real technical challenge.
Pay attention to good brakes, as this route is also used by scooters, e-scooters, and hikers. Mutual consideration and tolerance are important.
Restaurant Pizzeria Giardino
Thermal resort at Leukerbad
Restaurant Leukerbad Therme
Dala Gorge – Thermal Springs Bridge
Galerie St. Laurent
RelAction Snow & Bikeshop
Therme51 Hotel Physio & SPA
Leukerbad Village Center
Public transport
Public-transport-friendly
Leuk is reachable by train (SBB), afterwards, the bus (LLB – Leuk Leukerbad Bus Reisen) runs to the starting point in Leukerbad.
A bike reservation is recommended via SBB.
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Directions
From Basel and Zurich: Motorway A1 to Bern; A6 to Spiez; in the direction of Kandersteg; car shuttle Kandersteg – Goppenstein; towards Gampel; Leuk – Leukerbad
From Geneva: Motorway A1 to Lausanne; towards Sion/Sierre; Leuk – Leukerbad
From Milan: Motorway A8/A26 towards Simplon; car shuttle Iselle-Brig; towards Leuk – Leukerbad
Parking
Various parking options in the village of Leukerbad. Follow the local parking guidance system.
Parkings in Leukerbad: Sportarena parking garage, Town Hall parking garage, Torrent parking garage, Leukerbad Therme parking garage, Alpentherme parking garage.
Coordinates
Equipment
Our recommendation: technically flawless bike, helmet, gloves, and bell, clothing appropriate to the weather (always bring rain protection), drink, and provisions.Localization
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
User Questions