Rheinquelle Lighthouse – Oberalp Pass loop from Oberalppass

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Rheinquelle Lighthouse – Oberalp Pass loop from Oberalppass

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Rheinquelle Lighthouse – Oberalp Pass loop from Oberalppass

01:33

18.2km

620m

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: August 3, 2026

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Start point

Train Station

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145 m

Lake Oberalp

Highlight • Lake

Here, where the world's highest lighthouse stands, begins the hiking trail to Lake Tomasee (2,344 meters), considered the source of the Rhine. From here, it's just 200 meters in elevation to the Badushütte, where you can relax and unwind.

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Rheinquelle Lighthouse

Highlight • Monument

It's great if you've reached the top by bike or on foot. The lighthouse itself only shows the start of the Rhine Cycle Path. The source itself must be hiked …

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297 m

Oberalppass Lighthouse

Highlight • Monument

With the train and chairlift you can also get to the Oberalp Pass in winter! The street is closed.

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939 m

Switchbacks on the Oberalp Pass

Highlight (Segment) • Mountain Pass

The Oberalp Pass not only shines with the source of the Rhine and its beautiful route, especially in the upper section, but also with the Rhaetian Railway, which accompanies the route and always provides spectacular views.

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9.04 km

Rock paintings and great views

Highlight • Structure

Here you can admire on the one hand the paintings left by the children and young people of the Jungwacht Blauring on the rock and on the other enjoy the magnificent view of Dieni and Rueras.

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14.6 km

View of the Source of the Rhine

Highlight • Viewpoint

View of the source of the Rhine on the Oberalp Pass.

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17.8 km

Oberalp Pass

Highlight • Mountain Pass

The Oberalp pass connects the cantons of Uri and Grisons. The pass, which is located at 2,046 meters above sea level, has been open to vehicles since the mid-19th century.

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