Graubünden Compact.

Facts and Figures

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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
Share of Switzerland's total area: 17.2%
Capital: Chur
The three languages of Graubünden: German, Romansh, Italian
Children and teenagers walk past with large bells, some wear colourful flowers on their heads

Nature and Landscapes

Valleys: 150
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
Bike trails: 4500 km
Golf courses: 15
Ski slopes: 2000 km
Cross-country skiing trails: 850 km

Important Telephone Numbers

Police: Tel. 117
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