Relaxed or more challenging: these winter hikes are all reachable from Arosa by public transport. From easy panoramic walks to longer alpine routes, there’s something for every level of winter hiker.
The destinations below are sorted by travel time from Arosa to make planning easier. Be sure to check the map to explore all winter hikes and thousands of other outdoor activities reachable from any starting point in Switzerland.
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A versatile excursion for the whole family: silence will await the hikers between the spruces, action can be found afterwards in the skiing region and the conclusive visit of the local history museum or the Arosa Bear Sanctuary will be informative – always accompanied by the impressive panorama.
7 km
180 m
220 m
2h 10mTour published by:
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| 061 (6m) | |
There is a lot to discover on this hike to Lake Schwellisee: besides other things, you will find a lovely mountain lake and the cultural highlights of Arosa.
4 km150 m150 m1h 25m
Landscape: Along the water,With panoramic views
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Round tour above Arosa, past the history-charged Guisanplatz and over the Scheidegg. This winter hike will offer you a wide view over the elongated valley Schanfigg.
6 km200 m200 m2h 10mTour published by:
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| 062 (9m) | |
The burbling Turnigla brook, the Flem gorge, snow-covered fields, the mystical forest around Bot la Cresta hill – and, of course, charming Cresta Lake keep the winter hikers fascinated along their way.
5 km120 m120 m1h 30mLandscape: Along the water,Through a Swiss Park,With panoramic views
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| R16 (1h 2m) | |
| 81 (19m) | |
The classic for the whole family: on the way up to the Edelweisshütte, a view all the way to the Dreibündenstein is in store for adults while Brambi the squirrel is there for children on Chur’s home mountain, the Brambrüesch.
5 km180 m180 m1h 40mLandscape: With panoramic views
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| R16 (54m) | |
| 11 (0m) | |
| 2880 (7m) | |
| 2880 (8m) | |
Easy winter loop hike with beautiful views of the mountains surrounding Ilanz. The trail leads across some meadows and along the Anterior Rhine through peaceful forests and nature reserves. Starting in Ilanz you can explore the first part of the Rhine Gorge, the riverside landscape and other cultural highlights.
10 km260 m260 m3h 15mTour published by:
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| R16 (1h 2m) | |
| RE7 (30m) | |
On this short circular tour through the fairytale Flims forest you will gain some impressions of the landscape around Flims, which is shaped by rockslides. A unique view of the Rhine Gorge awaits you at Conn. This winter hiking trail is also suitable for novices and families.
10 km240 m240 m3h 10mLandscape: With panoramic views,Through a Swiss Park
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| R16 (1h 2m) | |
| 81 (29m) | |
This cozy hike leads to the old mountain hut settlement in Mittelberg and offers a beautiful natural experience. Along the way, you can visit the Alpine Cheese Dairy and before the destination, a visit to the Schlössli Parpan (small castle) is recommended.
7 km190 m190 m2h 20mTour published by:
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| R16 (1h 2m) | |
| 182 (27m) | |
A lot of sunshine and even more panoramic views: On the mountain path, the winter hikers enjoy a wonderful view of the surrounding mountain peaks and the frozen lake Heidsee.
10 km220 m460 m3h 10mLandscape: With panoramic views,Along the water
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| R16 (1h 2m) | |
| 182 (34m) | |
By aerial gondola up to Foppa, then gently downhill again – the panoramic trail leads beneath the Flimserstein to Fidaz. On the way: lovely Alpine huts, mountain pastures and fantastic views of the valley and the mountains.
4 km50 m300 m1h 20mTour published by:
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| R16 (1h 2m) | |
| 81 (27m) | |
| 2885 (8m) | |
