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title: "Bike route 403: Isenthal Bike"
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description: "Along the Swiss Path, you reach Isleten, where the ascent begins with a fascinating view of Lake Uri. Further into the valley, you will see the beautiful mountain village of Isenthal, where the last bear in Switzerland was shot in 1820 after a wild hunt. After the village of Isenthal, follow the gently rising road to St. Jakob. It then becomes slightly steeper through romantically wild mountain forests and alpine meadows to Chimiboden. Only in the innermost part of the valley does the route show its teeth. The alpine path to the highest point of the route, Hinter Alp, is steep and rough. At the cozy alpine hut, enjoy the view and local delicacies. Refreshed, you now take the descent under your wheels. The single trail after the Gossalp junction will delight you. Along the cool Isenthalerbach, follow the ascent route to the edge of the village. The single trail over Birchi rewards you at the Chäppeli viewpoint with a unique view of Lake Uri. Enjoy a short break here before setting off on the winding descent over the Isenthal road."
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Bike route 403: Isenthal Bike
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- 46.48 km long
- Round trip
- Difficulty: difficult
- Condition: difficult
- Tour

Follow in the footsteps of the last Swiss bear. The route to Isenthal, located high above Lake Lucerne, is technically and physically demanding and a challenge for experienced riders.

Along the Swiss Path, you reach Isleten, where the ascent begins with a fascinating view of Lake Uri. Further into the valley, you will see the beautiful mountain village of Isenthal, where the last bear in Switzerland was shot in 1820 after a wild hunt. After the village of Isenthal, follow the gently rising road to St. Jakob. It then becomes slightly steeper through romantically wild mountain forests and alpine meadows to Chimiboden. Only in the innermost part of the valley does the route show its teeth. The alpine path to the highest point of the route, Hinter Alp, is steep and rough. At the cozy alpine hut, enjoy the view and local delicacies. Refreshed, you now take the descent under your wheels. The single trail after the Gossalp junction will delight you. Along the cool Isenthalerbach, follow the ascent route to the edge of the village. The single trail over Birchi rewards you at the Chäppeli viewpoint with a unique view of Lake Uri. Enjoy a short break here before setting off on the winding descent over the Isenthal road.

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- 6:58 h
- 46.48 km
- 1,429 m
- 1,429 m
- 433 m
- 1,774 m
- 1,341 m
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- Start: Altdorf Station
- Destination: Altdorf Station

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Pavements

Asphalt (34%)

Trail (39%)

Path (26%)

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Directions

Altdorf - Isleten - Isenthal - St. Jakob - Chimiboden - Gossalp - Hinter Alp - Gossalp - Steinhüttli - Bielrüti - Isenthal - Isleten - Altdorf

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Tour information

- Circular trail
- Refreshment stop

Additional information

Take your swimsuit. In Isleten there is a beautiful bathing meadow. Lake Uri is a real refreshment after the route.

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Author

Markus Fehlmann

Organization

Verein Urner Wanderwege

Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author

The route is continuously marked with number 403. We have suggested some minor modifications here.

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