o-tour Bike West

Tip
48.87 km long
Difficulty: medium
Condition: easy
Tour
  • 6:15 h
  • 48.87 km
  • 1,584 m
  • 1,584 m
  • 435 m
  • 1,618 m
  • 1,183 m
This demanding yet idyllic route follows the Sarneraa into the largest moorland in Switzerland. A discovery route by bike through the uniquely diverse landscape of Obwalden with challenging singletrails.

The start of the o-tour Bike West is at Alpnachstad station, where the steepest cogwheel railway in the world to Pilatus and the shipping pier to Lake Lucerne are located. After a leisurely beginning along the valley floor past Wichelsee to Sarnen, the ascent leads via the Langis-Bikesteil route into the Glaubenberg area. Through the largest moorland in Switzerland, the route continues via Schlierental and over the Alp Horweli to the highest point Schrotenegg. Soon the first singletrail begins, descending over alpine pasture towards Lütholdsmatt. Here the Franzosenweg starts. About five kilometers of singletrail down to the valley. Those who prefer a more relaxed ride can take the paved mountain road down towards Alpnach.
The route offers everything a biker's heart desires: steep climbs, natural roads, singletrails, great views, and unique landscapes. Along the route, there are also some mountain restaurants.
The o-tour Bike West was created through the annual event o-tour Bike Marathon Obwalden, which takes place each September. The race route passes through the same areas but is only partially identical to the o-tour Bike West route.

Good to know

Best to visit

suitable
Depends on weather

Additional information

This route is only signposted in one direction. The route can also be ridden in the opposite direction. From Alpnach to Lütholdsmatt take the mountain road for the ascent. Push section between Rischigenmatt and Älggäu, approx. 10 minutes.

Author

Obwalden Tourismus

Organization

Bikegenoss Zentralschweiz

Safety guidelines

Due to the passage through the raised bog, it is recommended to ride the route only in dry weather conditions.

Nearby

Contact

o-tour Bike West
6053 Alpnachstad