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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This tour offers an interesting cross section from Lenzerheide through the Schanfigg to Davos. Geology takes priority on the first section, whilst the second follows the footsteps of the Walser settlers. And in the middle, the tourist resort of Arosa beckons.
41km
2600m
2500m
Landscape: With panoramic views
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This demanding route climbs from Lenzerheide towards the Parpaner Rothorn mountain, where iron ore was once mined long ago. You will also walk through Parc Ela, known for its abundant insect life. The descent leads through a lunar landscape and Swiss stone pine forests and past an idyllic little lake. Arosa, with all its tourist amenities, will already be in sight below.
21km1600m1300m
8h 0mTour published by:
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| Arosa, Weisshornbahn/Skischule (08:41) | |
| 061 (2m) | |
| Arosa, Bellevue (08:43) |
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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The Walserweg Graubünden follows the tracks of the Walsers in the high valleys of Graubunden in 19 one-day stages (total 300 km). The route leads along historic trails through breathtaking nature and intact cultivated landscapes. Hikers gain insights into the culture and history of the Walser folk.
320km19600m20200mLandscape: Onto an alp,Over a pass,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 Schanfigger Höhenweg is a journey through time and a spectacle of nature at the same time. On old mule tracks, the mountain path leads from the holiday resort of Arosa to the Alpine city of Chur. Through the Schanfigg with its picturesque side valleys Sapün and Fondei, you walk across sunny plateaus, explore original Walser settlements and rugged canyons.
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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.
15km640m1000m4h 45mLandscape: 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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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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| Arosa, Weisshornbahn/Skischule (08:38) | |
| 061 (4m) | |
| Arosa, Untersee (08:42) |
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, Weisshornbahn/Skischule (08:41) | |
| 061 (5m) | |
| Arosa, Gada (08:46) |
