Albula Pass from La Punt

Route overview

Suitable for riders seeking a short but steep climb with sustained gradients.

Climb Albula Pass from La Punt in Switzerland, 7.6 km with 567 m ascent.

This route starts at La Punt Chamues-ch station at 1695 m and climbs 567 m over 7.6 km to reach an altitude of 2262 m. The climb covers 6.7 km of ascending road with an average gradient of 8.5% and a maximum of 10.8%. The profile is predominantly uphill, with 87% of the route climbing and only 12% descending, including a section of 5.2 km over 8% gradient, and 1.1 km exceeding 10%. The surface is mostly paved, covering 83% of the route, on a main road largely named Via d'Alvra for 6.2 km. Path sections make up 17%, and the whole main road stretch of 6.3 km has no cycle lane. A significant 5.7 km is on roads with speed limits of 80 km/h or more. There is a long stretch of 3.7 km without cafes, shops, or water between km 0.5 and 4.2. Starting in La Punt offers multiple facilities within 0.2 km, including bakery Grond Laden, supermarket Volg La Punt, petrol station Migrol, and toilets near km 0.6. Another restaurant Alp Alesch is found at 4.2 km, slightly off route. Bail-out points and water supplies are also accessible near the start.

Highlights

• Climb Albula Pass with 567 m ascent
• Paved main road Via d'Alvra for 6.2 km
• Bakery Grond Laden near start
• Restaurant Alp Alesch at 4.2 km

Practical information

Surface

Paved

Route shape

Point to point

Riding time

33 min

Know before you go

• 3.7 km stretch without café, shop or water from 0.5 to 4.2 km
• 6.3 km on main roads without cycle lane
• 5.7 km on roads with 80 km/h speed limit

Routes are for inspiration. Roads, surfaces and conditions change — check locally and ride within your limits.