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Balmberg Pass Summit – Weissenstein loop from Moutier

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Balmberg Pass Summit – Weissenstein loop from Moutier

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Balmberg Pass Summit – Weissenstein loop from Moutier

04:01

50.1km

1,500m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 22, 2026

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Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 35.9 km for 69 m

After 36.2 km for 69 m

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Start point

Train Station

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13.3 km

The Balmberg is particularly notorious for its extremely steep approach from Welschenrohr. There, the asphalt climb climbs approximately 400 meters with gradients of up to 25%. From Günsberg, it's considerably …

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16.3 km

Balmberg Pass from Günsberg

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Beautiful and pleasant climb with great views.

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22.9 km

Balm Ruins

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Ruine Balm

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29.6 km

Waterwheel in Oberdorf

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Wonderful waterwheel on the roadside in Oberdorf

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35.5 km

Weissenstein

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A worthwhile excursion destination that, when the weather is clear, offers a unique view from Säntis to Mont Blanc. As is well known, many roads lead "to Rome". You can …

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36.0 km

Weissenstein Pass Viewpoint

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On Sundays and public holidays, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. is the ideal time to climb, as the pass road is closed to motorized traffic!

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36.6 km

Weissenstein Pass summit (1279 m)

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The Weissenstein is the ultimate challenge on the Jura ridge. Both the climb on the north side and the even steeper one on the south side are challenging.

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50.1 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

26.4 km

17.5 km

2.92 km

2.89 km

407 m

Surfaces

47.9 km

1.59 km

367 m

259 m

Elevation

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Highest point (1,270 m)

Lowest point (490 m)

Weather

Sunday 24 May

27°C

9°C

0 %

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Max wind speed: 9.0 km/h

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Balmberg Pass Summit – Weissenstein loop from Moutier

Balmberg Pass