Giw Enduro
Featuring a varied descent spanning roughly 1,200 altitude metres, the tour from Giw to Visp is a real enduro highlight of the Valais Alps.
moderate
Distance 12.2 km
The Giw mountain station is easily accessible via chairlift from Visperterminen. Before heading off, bikers can stop by the terrace of the mountain restaurant to treat themselves to a coffee and enjoy the view of the Weisshorn, the Mischabel range, and the imposing Bietschhorn. Afterwards, the trail fun begins in earnest: a clear and wide trail with multiple descents awaits bikers on the first downhill section from Giw to Muttji. The route then levels out on its way to Hüoterhüsi, before passing through the picturesque hamlet of Ara on its way to Hotee. From there, the single trail is a real enduro highlight: the varied, winding flow trail is embedded in the forest as if carved by the hand of an artist. The tour ends in Visp, where the charming old town is well worth a visit – its numerous restaurants with garden terraces give it an Italian vibe.
Author’s recommendation
The terrace of Giw mountain restaurant offers a breathtaking view of the Bietschhorn.
Difficulty
S2moderate
Technique
Stamina
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Landscape
Highest point
Giw, 1,962 m
Lowest point
Visp, 646 m
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Safety information
Use marked bike trails and routes only, making sure you observe all signposting. Kindly close gates after passing through. Please be considerate to walkers, as well as to plants and animals. As a rule, walkers have priority. When planning, take into account participants’ fitness level and ability. All riding is at one’s own risk.Tips and hints
More information:
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Start
Giw (1,962 m)
Coordinates:
SwissGrid
2'637'398E 1'122'787N
DD
46.255478, 7.923627
DMS
46°15'19.7"N 7°55'25.1"E
UTM
32T 417038 5122996
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Destination
Visp
Turn-by-turn directions
The route is signposted in one direction only: Giw -> Visp
Note
all notes on protected areas
Public transport
Regular rail services to Visp from across Switzerland. Continue by postal bus to Visperterminen and take the chairlift to Giw.Getting there
Ideally go to Visp.Parking
Parking spaces available directly at Visp railway station.Coordinates
SwissGrid
2'637'398E 1'122'787N
DD
46.255478, 7.923627
DMS
46°15'19.7"N 7°55'25.1"E
UTM
32T 417038 5122996
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Arrival by train, car, foot or bike
Book recommendation by the author
The tourist office in Visperterminen has a range of brochures and other informative material about mountain biking in the region.
Author’s map recommendations
SwissTopo Maps 1:25'000: 1288 Raron und 1289 Brig
Equipment
We recommend: a bike in excellent working order, a helmet, gloves and a bell, clothing suitable for the weather (always carry a waterproof), food and drink.Reviews
Difficulty
S2moderate
Distance
12.2 km
Duration
0:48 h
Ascent
3 m
Descent
1,318 m
Highest point
1,962 m
Lowest point
646 m
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