Caischavedra Trail

Overview

Distance 4 km
Duration 2 h 35 min
Ascent 580 m

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Intro

A pleasant climb up through the Val Segnas with views of the Medel glacier. From the viewpoint at Caischavedra, you have a wonderful view right into the Surselva. Then you can take the easy way down in the cable car.

Description

Because the village of Segnas was spared from being burnt down when the French attacked in 1799, the old farmhouses - now several hundred years old - were preserved. Many of them have been lovingly restored. The pretty chapel is also worth a visit. It was dedicated to the plague saints Rochus and Sebastian, because in 1637 the Black Death raged in the village.

The scenery through which the trail passes, however, is entirely white! The snowshoes can be put on at the top end of the village. It's worth taking a quick look at the noticeboard in Segnas to find out about the route before you set off. At first, you are advised to be careful, because the Val Segnas is a popular off-piste descent from the skiing area. However, soon the trail plunges into the forest – and silence reigns.

The trail winds gradually higher and higher in smooth bends. From time to time, between the tall pines, you glimpse Piz Muraun or the Medel glacier. By the time you reach the upper limit of the forest, you can already see the Panoramic Restaurant in Caischavedra. And it lives up to its name: in clear weather you can see right down into the Surselva. Then you can enjoy a leisurely ride down in the cable car.

Content provider

An enjoyable tour includes the careful planning of the same. Please inform yourself in advance at the local information center about the route and weather conditions. Depending on the season and weather conditions, this route may be blocked or interrupted

Technical information

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Start location	Segnas
Destination	Disentis, Caischavedra
Ascent	580 m
Descent	20 m
Distance	4 km
Duration	2 h 35 min
Physical requirements	Difficult
Signalization	Signalisation in one direction
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