Discover a world of alpine beauty with these ten stunning hikes accessible by public transport from Arosa. From the picturesque Schiesshorn trail with its waterfalls and lakes to the historic Walser routes, each path offers a unique perspective on the breathtaking Graubünden landscape. Whether you're looking for panoramic views, challenging ascents, or serene forest walks, there's a perfect trail waiting for you in the Arosa region.
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The first section of the Schanfigger Höhenweg leads from Arosa across the sunny plateau of Medergen to Sapün. An extraordinary scenic tour past old Walser settlements, culminating in amazing views of the Schanfigg.
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The big star of this hike is the diverse landscape around Arosa. From the highest point, the «Hauptichopf» peak, you can enjoy the splendid panorama of the Schanfigg and Rhine Valleys near Chur. Due to its convenient location, the trail is accessible from spring onwards and a popular early-season route.
15km620m620m4h 20m
Landscape: Onto an alp,With panoramic views
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The first stop along this route is Alp Medergen, a former Walser Alp with a mountain tavern. After that, the path narrows to a mountain trail with the “Tritt” as a main landmark. At the end of this leg, you can enjoy views of Davos far below.
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This round tour combines the terms «water» and «mountain» and offers countless beautiful views on Arosa and its surrounding. The trail passes the Altein waterfalls and the Altein lake before making a loop around the Schiesshorn mountain, including the possibility to climb to the peak.
14km1000m1000m5h 15mLandscape: With panoramic views
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Once upon a time, Davos was a vast expanse of woodland. Then in around 1280 AD, twelve Walser farmsteads joined two Rhaeto-Romanic farmsteads, forming what is now the popular resort of Alpenstadt. The picturesque Stafelalp was the favoured retreat of the German painter Ernst Ludwig Kirchner. This route to Arosa keeps off the beaten track and boasts a magnificent mountain panorama.
16km1200m1000m6h 0mLandscape: Onto an alp,Over a pass,With panoramic views
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The hike leads north of Arosa through the forest and beyond the tree line over alpine meadows. It then descends more than 650 vertical metres into the valley. Imposing peaks, sweeping horse pastures and sun-baked wooden houses bring to life the times when the Walser people lived in this wild valley all year round.
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This half-day trip will be heavily rewarded with a fantastic 360° mountain panorama view on the Weisshorn peak. Nonetheless, you should not underestimate the steep ascent and descent to and from the peak. During the summer season, various huts invite you to take a break along the way.
10km700m860m3h 45mLandscape: Onto a mountain peak,With panoramic views
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| Arosa, Bahnhof | |
| (4m) | |
| Arosa, Kulm |
This stage starts in Davos Dorf and leads to Schatzalp first of all. From there, you continue across the historic Strela Pass, which was once settled by the Walser people. A challenging rocky descent leads down into the valley to the Walser settlement of Dörfji. The destination is the homely Grisons mountain village of Langwies.
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| Arosa, Bahnhof | |
| (12m) | |
| Langwies, Abzw. Bahnhof |
The hike through the wild Schanfigg mountain valley leads in constant ups and downs along the wooded northern slope of the Weisshorn. The deep valley that connects Chur with Arosa is a paradise for nature lovers with its sun terraces, alpine pastures and flower meadows.
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| Arosa, Bahnhof | |
| (12m) | |
| Langwies, Abzw. Bahnhof |
From the episcopal city of Chur up to the spa hotel Passugg with its mineral springs. Past the ruins of Strassberg Malix Castle, once a customs station on the Septimer route. Continue to the Churwalden monastery church, across the heights of the Parpaner Höhe and around the Heidsee lake to the original Maiensäss (summer pasture) village of Lenzerheide.
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| Arosa | |
| (49m) | |
| Chur Altstadt |
