Round hike Rhine Gorge

Medium
11.4 km
4:00 h
360 mhd
360 mhd
Rundwanderung Rheinschlucht (oua_25695452_image)
Rundwanderung Rheinschlucht (oua_25695453_image)

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Rundwanderung Rheinschlucht (oua_65685907_image)
On this hike, you experience the Rhine Gorge both from above with spectacular views and also by walking directly along the Rhine.
Technique /6
Fitness 4/6
Highest Point  936 m
Lowest Point  626 m
Best Season
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Start
Versam Village
Destination
Versam Village
Coordinates
46.792443, 9.337485

Details

Description

The hike begins in the village of Versam. Passing the church, the path leads into the nearby forest with beautiful old beech trees. Already, one catches a first glimpse of the Rhine Gorge. Soon, the road is reached, and you follow it for a short distance to the Islabord viewpoint, which is elegantly integrated into the landscape. From the platform, take a few steps back and follow the forest path towards Chrummwag. Soon, a trail leads deeper into the Rhine Gorge, where you eventually walk directly along the river. The setting here is fascinating, always close to the water and framed by steep rock walls. The path continues via Versam train station through pine forests, along gravel banks, and reaches the turnoff towards Carrera. Here, you climb up to the hamlet of Carrera. Through forests and over meadows, the route goes in a gentle ascent and descent back to Versam.

Geheimtipp

Places to eat are available at the Versam train station, either at the Café zur Einkehr or at the self-service shop in the waiting room. At Isla, there is a lovely fire pit at the edge of the forest.

Sicherheitshinweis

Out of respect for nature and the endangered species in the area, there are several rules to follow in the Rhine Gorge region: Please use only the marked routes and resting areas, and observe the protection zones for the endangered riverbank walkers and the river plovers between April and July. During this period, the gravel banks and riverbanks at designated spots must not be entered.

Please use only the official fire pits and take your waste back with you. Camping is only permitted at official campsites.

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Ausrüstung

Sturdy footwear and weather-appropriate clothing are highly recommended.

Directions

Versam Village - Islabord Viewing Platform - Chrummwag - Versam Train Station - Rhine Gorge - Isla - Carrera - Bergli - Versam Village

Directions

Public Transport

The best way to travel by public transport is to take the train to Versam-Safien station and start the circular tour from there.

Anreise Information

From Chur, take the highway exit for Bonaduz, then turn towards Versam-Safiental in the village of Bonaduz. In Versam, there are limited parking spaces; otherwise, the Islabord parking lot (towards Versam-Safien station) is a good option for parking.

Parking

There are limited parking spaces in the village of Versam. We recommend traveling by public transport.

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