Albula and Valposchiavo: The unknown face of southeastern Switzerland

Your dream journey through Graubünden: From the Albula to the Puschlav Experience an unforgettable 10-day trip through the heart of the Swiss Alps. From picturesque Engadin mountain villages via spectacular viaducts of the Rhaetian Railway to the Mediterranean flair in Tirano – discover the diversity of Graubünden. Rich in history and pure nature Your journey into paradise begins in Bergün. The mountain railway gently carries you to the Bergrestaurant Darlux. Enjoy the panoramic view of the Albulan Alps and the sight as far as the Bernina Group. Highlight: A visit to the Albula Railway Museum to delve deep into the history of the UNESCO World Heritage route. The Rhaetian Railway takes you from Filisur steeply up into the Engadin. From Pontresina, the chairlift glides to Alp Languard. Our hiking tip: The Panorama Trail to Muottas Muragl. Wander through fragrant Swiss pine forests with a view of the majestic Piz Bernina and the glistening Upper Engadin lake plateau. Bishop’s seat, monastery culture and the “Swiss Grand Canyon” Experience the contrasts of the Surselva. Marvel at the Baroque monastery of Disentis. Sample the famous monastery beer. Then, the natural wonder of the Rhine Gorge awaits you: Hike along white limestone walls beside the turquoise waters of the “Swiss Grand Canyon”. Also discover Chur, the oldest town in Switzerland with its car-free old town, the 800-year-old cathedral and the Brambrüesch mountain. On the Bernina Express over the pass into the Valposchiavo Admire the Landwasser Viaduct and cross the Ospizio Bernina at 2,253 m above sea level on the Bernina Express. The journey takes you from the eternal ice of the glaciers straight down into the charming, listed Poschiavo. Stroll through the narrow alleys of Poschiavo, marvel at the Palazzo Albrici and the elegant Spaniol district. After the magic of the alleys, you’ll be drawn to the deep-blue heart of the valley: Lake Poschiavo. The natural reservoir lies before you like a polished sapphire, framed by lush green mountain slopes. Countless painters and poets have succumbed to its spell. The gentle lapping of the waves becomes your rhythm. In Alp Grüm, accessible only by train or on foot, you’ll enjoy an exclusive grandstand view of the Palü Glacier and the Valposchiavo. Overwhelmed by the view, you won’t notice how time flies. Don’t miss the last train back down to the valley. In Brusio, a technical masterpiece awaits you: the circular viaduct of the Rhaetian Railway. In the Puschlav, the southern Grisonian Valposchiavo, you’ll be on familiar terms. You know each other’s names, habits and the shared fate that binds everyone to this rugged mountain landscape. In Tirano, it’s worth taking a stroll away from the station. Discover the Palazzo Salis and enjoy the Valtellina wine culture in a local wine bar before your journey comes to an end.