View of the Rhine Valley – Alp Gaffia loop from Mels
View of the Rhine Valley – Alp Gaffia loop from Mels
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View of the Rhine Valley – Alp Gaffia loop from Mels
02:16
23.2km
930m
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: October 8, 2026
Tips
Includes segments that go up or down a series of steps
You may need to carry your bike.
After 19.3 km for 3 m
After 19.4 km for 3 m
Waypoints
Start point
Train Station
300 m
Heiligkreuz Chapel
Highlight • Religious Site
539 m
Palfries
Highlight • Viewpoint
3.39 km
View of Churfirsten from St. Gallen
Highlight • Viewpoint
3.88 km
View of the Rhine Valley
Highlight • Viewpoint
12.9 km
Alp Gaffia
Highlight • Mountain Hut
19.3 km
St. Antonius Parish Church, Wangs
Highlight • Religious Site
The St. Anthony's Parish Church was built between 1880 and 1882 and consecrated on October 11, 1882, by Bishop Augustinus Egger in honor of St. …
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23.2 km
End point
Train Station
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
16.2 km
3.25 km
2.73 km
878 m
107 m
< 100 m
Surfaces
15.0 km
4.83 km
3.12 km
201 m
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Lowest point (480 m)
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Friday 9 October
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11°C
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