Excursions (Graubünden)
Winter huts in Switzerland
From a warm bowl of soup to homemade specialties to fondue to our gourmet menu – at our restaurant you will find whatever your tastebuds desire.
Public baths / Wellness
Feel the curative powers of water in the Albula valley from Europe's second most concentrated sulphur springs - with views of the mountains as an added bonus.
Hotels
There are 153 Swiss Alpine Club Huts. Worldwide unique!
Accommodation for 9,500 people at various altitudes. All unique.
Accommodation for 9,500 people at various altitudes. All unique.
Winter huts in Switzerland
A large sun-terrace and winter garden. Magnificent panoramic views of the mountains. La Diala is a Rhaeto-Romanic name and means "Fairy". The Mountain Restaurant La Diala is the starting point of winter hiking tours: To Alp Darlux and farther up to the Snowhill Bar above Alp Darlux.
Starting point of paraglider flights. The Snowhill Park (Funpark) is next door. The winter hiking trail leads to the south and is very sunny.
The sun-terrace is found between the house and the stable. A peaceful and quiet location, where you will experience congenial, cheerful hospitality. It was in the village of Latsch that the first Heidi film was shot in 1952.
Winter taverns with panoramic views
A large sun-terrace and winter garden. Magnificent panoramic views of the mountains. La Diala is a Rhaeto-Romanic name and means "Fairy". The Mountain Restaurant La Diala is the starting point of winter hiking tours: To Alp Darlux and farther up to the Snowhill Bar above Alp Darlux.
Winter huts in Switzerland
Marveling at records
Just above Brusio in the Poschiavo Valley the Bernina Express corkscrews upwards to a different altitude in a double-switchback viaduct with a diameter of 100 meters.
Winter huts in Switzerland
An authentic mountain hut with a beautiful sun-terrace and Apéro Bar.
An ideal meeting place for skiers and non-skiers, as it can be reached by a 6-seater gondola - even if you arrive with a baby carriage. Three different restaurants are at your disposal. In the afternoon you can enjoy the sunshine relaxing in cosy beach chairs in the Star Bar.
Far from the hustle and bustle, you can enjoy the peace and tranquility of pristine nature and restore your energy. Winter hiking trails starting at Celerina, St. Moritz and Pontresina lead through the Stazer Forest to Restaurant Gasthaus Stazersee.
Romantic winter taverns
Far from the hustle and bustle, you can enjoy the peace and tranquility of pristine nature and restore your energy. Winter hiking trails starting at Celerina, St. Moritz and Pontresina lead through the Stazer Forest to Restaurant Gasthaus Stazersee.
Winter taverns with panoramic views
An ideal meeting place for skiers and non-skiers, as it can be reached by a 6-seater gondola - even if you arrive with a baby carriage. Three different restaurants are at your disposal. In the afternoon you can enjoy the sunshine relaxing in cosy beach chairs in the Star Bar.
Hotels
From the box seat of this privileged spot one can glimpse the sparkling lights of St. Moritz and the stars high above twinkle above the surrounding peaks. The hotel's restaurant let's visitors see how the fine cuisine of Graubünden is prepared.
Adrenalin
The Olympic bob run St. Moritz-Celerina is the world"s only natural ice bob run and also the oldest bob run still in operation.
Winter huts in Switzerland
Quietly-situated excursion destination and mountain restaurant with a small, select menu.
Great Ski Runs
The red, black and, above all, mogul pistes invite you to have some fun in the snow.
Hotels
This paradise is at the back of beyond in the Val Roseg. The dessert-buffet of Hotel Roseggletscher is legendary.
The animal world
Nature
Guided one-day tours to the Val Trupchun in the Swiss National Park.
Theme and discovery trails
Nature trail from Morteratsch station (1896m) to the glacier, through thousands of years of the earth's history into the ice ages, and back again into the present. Information about the current recession of the glaciers and the unusual life forms in their foreland. Views across the Pers and Morteratsch glacier, of Piz Palü and Piz Bernina. 2.7 km to the glacier, 100m difference in elevation, 45 minutes.
An adventure trail via the Segantini Hut that received international awards: "On the Track of Climate Changes".
How is green electricity generated from cow dung? How does the electricity reach the power socket? You'll find all the answers on the green electricity trail. Information panels also explain how the Bernina Railway came to be and why hydropower actually falls under the heading of solar energy. The educational trail passes along Lake Bianco (2234m) and then winds through the Palü gorge. The destination is Cavaglia at 1703m. 2.5 hours.
Public baths / Wellness
The Adventure Bath & Spa in its Alpine setting, features the latest indoor and outdoor bathing techniques, pure relaxation, and pleasures for the wee ones.
Snow-Shoe Trekking
The cross-country ski school of Pontresina offers unforgettable snowshoe day-tours leading every Wednesday to the Engadine's secluded, untouched side-valleys.
Museums
Freestyle
In the middle of the Alpine stage against the magnificent backdrop of the "Ice Giants" belonging to the Bernina massif, the yellow marked, unprepared run starts at the Diavolezza summit station and leads down to the Pers Glacier via the glacier moraine.
Complete Avalanche Security Training Center.
Winter huts in Switzerland
Specialities: An ideal starting point for guided ski tours. A rustic, authentic restaurant. Quiet location, with a large sun-terrace.
Specialities: Large sun-terrace with a unique panoramic view of Mt. Bernina and the Roseg Glacier. Beautiful dining rooms suitable for small and large groups up to 200 persons. Accommodation for people hiking the Bernina Massif (Hotel rooms or multiple bunk bed accommodation).
Very quiet location close to the Morteratsch glacier and directly on the famous Bernina train line (we have our own small train station).
Hospitable atmosphere, attentive service, well-known for good food and stimulating entertainment. A pleasant, restorative holiday is guaranteed!
Romantic winter taverns
Specialities: Large sun-terrace with a unique panoramic view of Mt. Bernina and the Roseg Glacier. Beautiful dining rooms suitable for small and large groups up to 200 persons. Accommodation for people hiking the Bernina Massif (Hotel rooms or multiple bunk bed accommodation).
Winter taverns with panoramic views
Very quiet location close to the Morteratsch glacier and directly on the famous Bernina train line (we have our own small train station).
Hospitable atmosphere, attentive service, well-known for good food and stimulating entertainment. A pleasant, restorative holiday is guaranteed!
Fun & Games
Every Thursday is children's day! Children are the center of attention.
Entertaining holidays for all: the fun holiday pass offers entertainment and above all a lot of fun for children aged 5 - 15 years!
Kloster
The animal world
Roam through the woods of the Puschlav, observe belling stags, watch deer as they graze. Follow the tracks of chamoix, enjoy the warm rays of sunshine on your skin and feel quietly contented.
Nature
Roam through the woods of the Puschlav, observe belling stags, watch deer as they graze. Follow the tracks of chamoix, enjoy the warm rays of sunshine on your skin and feel quietly contented.
Winter huts in Switzerland
Away from the hustle and bustle. Wonderful view of the Upper Engadine's Lake District.
Winter taverns with panoramic views
Away from the hustle and bustle. Wonderful view of the Upper Engadine's Lake District.
Great Ski Runs
With ski pistes adding up to a total length of 350 km the destination ENGADINE/St. Moritz offers variety and something to suit every skier. Switzerland's largest snow sport region.
Theme and discovery trails
For people of all ages: the Schellen Ursli Path (Via Uorsin) takes you from the Via Tinus in St. Moritz to the Heidi lodge and from there on to Salastrains in about 30 minutes.
Museums
The Segantini Museum in St. Moritz is dedicated to the painter Giovanni Segantini, who spent the last five years of his life in the Engadine. His most important work is the painting "Nature, Life, Death" (La nature, la vita, la morte).
The fabulous house of the sensitive artist contains a comprehensive collection of her work - picture stories, paintings, sketches and studies - for future generations to see.
Winter huts in Switzerland
One of the highest yacht clubs, including the yacht: 2,486 metres above sea level.
Successful fusion of original Alpine hut and authentic regional gourmet cuisine. Lounge chairs, Paraglider landing place. Reconstructed in the summer of 2005.
The cutting edge meeting point on Corviglia! Large sun-terrace with snow bar. To see and be seen is the motto.
The intermediate stop on the Hahnensee run is an insider tip. It is ideal for reflecting on the skiing adventures of the day, while enjoying the Après-ski atmopshere.
On the open sun-terrace, or at the full-service restaurant, guests take in the breathtaking panoramic view of the High Alps.
The innovative kitchen under the direction of Robert Jagisch deserves its 15 Gault Millau points!
The rustic Alpine Hut features a restaurant and a large sun-terrace. It is very family-friendly.
Enjoy a glass of hut mulled wine on the terrace, and admire the unique panorama of St. Moritz and the Engadine mountain world.
The magnificent sun-terrace opens up magnificent vistas over the mountains and frozen lakes.
The Clavadatsch lies partially secluded above the Survetta region. Guests enjoy a unique view across the Corvatsch and the Upper Engadin lakes from the wind-protected terrace and the comfortable roofed wicker beach-chairs. Inside, the former barn provides a rustic ambience.
The winter gem on the mountain - with a magnificent terrace and fine-dining restaurant. Situated amidst the pistes of St. Moritz's "Corviglia" ski region, guests can enjoy a mug of hot chocolate, a leisurely lunch or a glass of champagne on the terrace - complete with views across the Engadin mountainscape.
Romantic winter taverns
The innovative kitchen under the direction of Robert Jagisch deserves its 15 Gault Millau points!
Enjoy a glass of hut mulled wine on the terrace, and admire the unique panorama of St. Moritz and the Engadine mountain world.
Winter taverns with panoramic views
Successful fusion of original Alpine hut and authentic regional gourmet cuisine. Lounge chairs, Paraglider landing place. Reconstructed in the summer of 2005.
Winter huts in Switzerland
Family-friendly guesthouse and restaurant in the heart of the Val di Campo serving typical regional cuisine.
Romantic winter taverns
Family-friendly guesthouse and restaurant in the heart of the Val di Campo serving typical regional cuisine.
Natural Tipps
There are six different trails leading through the Viamala. The main trail, the Via Traversina, leads from Thusis/Sils to Zillis (or vice versa). Starting from the Palazzo in Sils, the path leads up past the castles of Ehrenfels and Hohen Rätien until you are high up above Domleschg. (Before entering the gorge, you can make a short detour to see the rock paintings of Carschenna if you like).
Summer mountain tips
Take the Glacier Express from St.Moritz to the world-famous Matterhorn, and travel through the Swiss Alps in 71/2 hours.
The Rhaetian railway line between Chur and Tirano is truly a technical
marvel, particularly impressive when viewed from the panorama car.
Theme and discovery trails
Right through the picturesque Albula valley from Preda down to Bergün 2.5 hours (or the other way...), past fascinating civil engineering structures of the Rhaetian Railway. Information plaques situated at prominent vantage points explain the construction and route of the roller-coaster-like railway line.
The signposted trail will soon continue on to Filisur and will also be completed by the railway and local museum in Bergün.
The signposted trail will soon continue on to Filisur and will also be completed by the railway and local museum in Bergün.
Long ago, the Palü glacier created an extraordinary natural formation here: over the course of thousands of years rotating stones have gouged their way into rock here because of the constant pressure of pre-historic glacial water. This is how the 10-metre-deep glacial mills were formed. Access from Cavaglia railway station. Guided tours on request on Tuesdays and Thursdays from June-October.
The pioneering efforts of man and nature in the Albula valley can be discovered at 13 information stops dotted along the Pioneer’s Trail. The trail leads to the Crap Furò pinnacle, the geographical centre point of Graubünden. The trail route can be walked from Surava to Alvaneu Bad, or back to Surava via Plang digls Bovs. pdf containing interesting information online (German only).
For 7km along the Albula, the Landwasser and the Schaftobelbach river. Visitors are acquainted with the emotion-afflicted element of water as it serves to provide for tranquility and relaxation, exploration and activity, research and inspection. Water accordingly becomes experienceable sensuously in its many diverse facets in the cultural landscape. Walking time for the Alvaneu Bad round tour: 2 hours.
The fairytale trail from Bever (1710m) to Spinas (1815m) is situated along the walking trail on the left side of the valley (walking time 1 hour). There are six stations which present the individual fairytales in a pictorial manner. The fairytales were written by local women, the sculptures fashioned by local artists. There is an illustrated book to accompany the stories of the fairytale trail.
The scenic beauty of the southern side of the Bernina Pass is matched in equal measure by its ability to demonstrate the forces that nature can unleash. The nature trail from the Grüm Alp (2091m) to Poschiavo (1014m) via Cavaglia shows this in an exemplary manner. Dangers and protective measures are not simply presented – installations on the nature trail also provide for interactive experiences. 6 – 7 hours.
The Historical Rail Path follows the route of the Albula railway, a classic among alpine crossings. It affords you a close look at the many impressive constructions that keep the train on track in the ever-changing terrain.
Castles & palaces
There are so many legends and historical tales associated with this building, its inhabitants, and its destruction in 1499. The castle was the ancestral home of the barons of Vaz. It is located on the trading route from Chur via Lenzerheide into the Landwasser valley, going all the way to Davos and then over the Albula Pass into the Engadin. It is a cultural monument of national importance, protected by the state. In recent years, the ruined castle has been restored at great expense and made into an accessible attraction for the general public.
Gems off the Beaten Path - Excursion ideas
If you want to be in the vanguard - the Rhaetian Railway will make it possible. It sends railway fans once a week on a spectacular journey through the UNESCO World Heritage region. In the driver's cab, the breathtaking ride on the highest railway transversal in the Alps becomes an unforgettable adventure. The locomotive engineer proffers information on the line that is unique from a railway engineering point of view. And to top it all, you will receive a commemorative certificate as well as a photograph.
Kloster
This church in the municipality of Alvaschein is one of the oldest sacred buildings in Switzerland. The present building dates from 800 AD. It was part of a monastery which was then dissolved in 1154 - there is no longer any trace of the other buildings. Characteristic of the Carolingian style of church architecture are the three apses which have remained intact here in Mistail.
Place of power
This church in the municipality of Alvaschein is one of the oldest sacred buildings in Switzerland. The present building dates from 800 AD. It was part of a monastery which was then dissolved in 1154 - there is no longer any trace of the other buildings. Characteristic of the Carolingian style of church architecture are the three apses which have remained intact here in Mistail.
Theme and discovery trails
Alois Carigiet, the ¿father" of the famous picture book figure of ¿Schellenursli" (¿Little Urs and the bell,") was born 100 years ago.
Gems off the Beaten Path - Excursion ideas
Guests from all parts of the world entered through the hotel's doors and enjoyed many a pleasant surprise. Now, after 32 years as directors of the Hotel Europa, Armin and Elisabeth Bützberger are calling it quits. They will hand over the keys of the 4-star hotel, but during their last season they will disclose some of their secrets. Once a week, they will tell stories, anecdotes and reveal pearls of wisdom from "32 Years of Hotel Europa St. Moritz". Not only for hotel guests!
Theme and discovery trails
A walk with information panels on the first Heidi film made and its history. On a wide natural road from Stuls to Runsolas, followed by a walking trail to Falein, and a descent to Filisur. Views across the villages in the upper Albula valley. "Zvieri" (salsiz, cheese, coffee) at the Heidi hut every Wednesday in summer. Bookings at Bergün Tourism. 3.5 hours towards Filisur, 4 hours in the opposite direction.
Pearls summer
The legendary Via Mala gorge is almost more exciting by night than by day. The stairs built in 1903 are the auditorium from which you embark on a journey back in time. Key scenes from 2,000 years of transalpine traffic are re-enacted for your entertainment and played out against a spectacular backdrop of precipitous cliffs, the upper reaches of the Rhine and a glorious night sky!
An unforgettable experience for all the senses! The fields near the old mill in San Carlo are sown with buckwheat. This is later harvested and separated from the chaff before being sent to the mill for threshing and milling. After that, it’s off to Poschiavo, where the fresh flour is made into Pizzoccheri, a typical Poschiavo speciality.
