Graubünden Compact.
Facts and Figures
As the largest canton in Switzerland, Graubünden is rich in alpine nature. The holiday region is home to 150 valleys and more than 1,000 lakes. On this page, discover more interesting facts and figures about the landscape and leisure activities.
Graubünden at a Glance
| Area: | 7105 km2 |
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| Share of Switzerland's total area: | 17.2% |
| Capital: | Chur |
| The three languages of Graubünden: | German, Romansh, Italian |
Nature and Landscapes
| Valleys: | 150 |
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| Lakes: | 1038 |
| Mountain peaks: | 937 |
| Highest point: | Piz Bernina at 4049 m above sea level |
| Lowest point: | San Vittore (borders with Ticino) 279 m above sea level |
Leisure and Sport
| Hiking trails: | 11'000 km |
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| Bike trails: | 4500 km |
| Golf courses: | 15 |
| Ski slopes: | 2000 km |
| Cross-country skiing trails: | 850 km |
Important Telephone Numbers
| Police: | Tel. 117 |
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| Fire department: | Tel. 118 |
| Ambulance/rescue: | Tel. 144 |
| Swiss Air Rescue REGA : | Tel. 1414 |
| Breakdown Service TCS Touring Club Switzerland: | Tel. 140 |
| Weather forecast: | Tel. 162 |
| Avalanche bulletin: | Tel. 187 |
| Road conditions: | Tel. 163 |
| General information: | Tel. 1811 |