Wildlife watching experiences in Graubünden

Hunting in Graubünden has always evoked emotions: whether on the prowl, in the pub or inhaling the aroma of a delicious game dish. On a guided excursion, interested guests learn the hunter’s jargon.

On the famous Squirrel Path, children can feed the lively squirrels and enjoy a story that describes the life of a squirrel.

In Taiswald an experienced guide will tell you what species of bird is feeding from your hand and answer questions about its specific characteristics.

A visit to the national park during the mating season of the red deer is always worthwhile!

An unforgettable experience for the whole family: all sorts of cute little animals can be fed by hand on the Eichhörnliweg.

For visitors, it’s an undiscovered gem, for local residents an annually recurring highlight: As soon as the first grass sprouts in the valley, the ibexes of the Albris colony migrate towards Pontresina and can be observed grazing, basking in the sun or playfully fighting at the upper end of the village. And best of all: With its new Ibex Paradise, Pontresina pays special tribute to the “King of the Alps” starting this spring.

Do you know where ibexes and marmots most like to sunbathe in summer?

In the Val Trupchun, in the Engadine region, you will find the Swiss National Park. This place is teeming with unspoiled natural life, wild animals and paths much loved by families. To get to it, there is a little train called the “Express Parc Naziunel”.

Red deer, ibex, chamois and marmots abound in Val Trupchun in the Swiss National Park, a paradise for animal watchers. Lucky visitors may also spot bearded vultures or golden eagles. Some 500 red deer live in Val Trupchun during summer; their cries echo through the valley during the September rutting season. Guides accompany guests for 6-7 hours, showing them the animals through a telescope.

Explore and discover the mountain forests in the Parc Ela together with Evla the golden eagle: with its different research equipment and a forest diary, the mountain forest goodie bag contains everything that is needed for an exciting day out in the nature.

The renowned holiday destination of Laax is home to the longest treetop walkway in the world. The 1.5-kilometre-long walkway, also known as “Senda dil Dragun”, winds between the trees at a height of up to 28 metres. This gives visitors the opportunity to experience the forest and all its many facets from a new perspective.