The route starts relaxed from Andermatt towards Oberalp Pass. At the pass summit, you will find the distinctive lighthouse symbolizing the source of the Rhine. The descent leads through the authentic Grison villages of the Surselva. In Disentis, the route branches off and you climb through the beautiful Swiss pine forests to the Lukmanier Pass. Upon arriving in Ticino, a break in one of the grotti in Biasca is worthwhile before you reach Airolo via the historic Piottina Gorge. Now the big finale awaits: the ascent over the legendary Tremola road to Gotthard Pass. Alternatively, you can choose the wider pass road, but the Tremola is an experience in itself! At the top, the descent over Hospental takes you back to Andermatt – a worthy conclusion to this impressive circular route.
- 9:00 h
- 154.57 km
- 3,343 m
- 3,343 m
- 294 m
- 2,108 m
- 1,814 m
- Start: Andermatt
- Destination: Andermatt
Pavements
- Street (91%)Asphalt (9%)
Best to visit
- suitableDepends on weather
Directions
Andermatt – Oberalp Pass – Tschamut – Disentis – Lukmanier Pass – Biasca – Ambri – Gotthard Pass – Hospental – Andermatt
Tour information
Circular trail
Mountain summit
Nature highlight
Refreshment stop
Equipment
- Weather-appropriate clothing
Sufficient drinks and snacks
Bicycle light (for tunnels and poor visibility conditions)
Directions & Parking facilities
- Getting there
Thanks to the good accessibility from all four directions, Andermatt is the perfect starting point for your route in summer.
ParkingParking options are available in Andermatt.
Public transportationThe starting point Andermatt is conveniently accessible by the Matterhorn Gotthard Railway. You can find the current timetable here: SBB Timetable.
Additional information
Author
Andermatt-Urserntal Tourismus GmbH
Organization
Région de vacances Andermatt
Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author
Three photo stops worth it on the triple pass ride:
- Lighthouse, Oberalp Pass
- Pass summit Lukmanier Pass
- Tremola, Gotthard Pass
Safety guidelines
The passes are closed in winter.
Keep an eye on the weather forecast – the weather in the Alps can change quickly.









