Schanfigger Höhenweg

Medium

47 km

25:15 h

2500 mhd

3300 mhd

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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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Start

Arosa

Destination

Maladers, alte Post

Coordinates

46.783147981893, 9.6795491710288

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Description

The Schanfigg region is characterised by the two important towns of Chur and Arosa at the entrance and end of the valley. In between there are small and medium-sized villages that have retained their original character despite the tourist development in Arosa.

5 tips on the Schanfigger Höhenweg:

1. Tschiertschen: This picturesque village was voted the most beautiful mountain village in Graubünden.

2. Arosa: There is much to discover here; the Arosa Bärenland, the Eichhörnliweg (squirrel trail) or loosen up tired hiking legs in the cool waters of the Untersee lido.

3. Sapün and Heimeli mountain inn: The side valley of Sapün is one of the scenic highlights of this long-distance hike. With a bit of luck, you can observe wild animals from the terrace of the mountain inn.

4. Lake Grüensee in Fondei: Lake Grüensee on the Durannapass is too beautiful to simply walk past. Treat yourself to a break.

5. Hochwang: The section between Fondei and Hochwang is perfect as a photo subject: moorland landscapes, flower meadows, sun-baked wooden stables.

The individual Schanfigger stages are between three and six hours long. Since some of the stage locations are served by public transport, there are various options for getting on and off. This allows flexible tour planning to suit your own needs and ambitions.

Route 1: Chur - Tschiertschen

Route 2: Tschiertschen - Arosa

Route 3: Arosa - Sapün

Route 4: Sapün - Fondei

Route 5: Fondei - Hochwang

Route 6: Hochwang - Chur

Geheimtipp

Enjoy the tour as a multi-day stage hike. Let yourself be spoilt in the rustic "Bergbeizli" or enjoy a picnic in the middle of unique Alpine flora.

Overnight accommodation: in each case at the Etappe location.

Tschiertschen, Arosa, Berggasthaus Heimeli, Berggasthaus Strassberg or Casanna, Hochwanghütte, Chur.

Sicherheitshinweis

Constantly monitor the weather development
Make sure you have suitable and complete equipment
Inform third parties about your tour. Report back when you arrive at your destination
Observe the principle "if in doubt, turn back".
Enjoy hiking with a smile on your face

Ausrüstung

Clothing suitable for the weather, walking sticks and good walking shoes. Enough to drink and a small pharmacy.

Directions

Bahnhof Chur - Tschiertschen - Arosa - Sapün (Heimeli) - Strassberg - Hochwang - Maladers - Chur

Directions

Public Transport

By train to the Alpine town of Chur.

Here more info about the timetable.

Of course, the trail can be started at any point along the Höhenweg.

Anreise Information

By car via the motorway or main road to the Graubünden capital Chur.

Of course, the trail can be started at any point along the Höhenweg.

Parking

Various parking options in Chur.

Of course, the trail can be started at any point along the Höhenweg.

Waypoints

Public Facility Chur

New staircase at Cantonal school

New staircase cantonal school

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Hochwang Blackter Fuerggli View towards Fondei

Viewpoint Arosa Lenzerheide

Fauna and flora in the Schanfigg

Breathtaking scenery

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Viewpoint Arosa Lenzerheide

Aussichtspunkt Büel

The viewpoint offers a magnificent view of the village and the surrounding mountains.

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Restaurant Arosa Lenzerheide

Berggasthaus Heimeli

Far away from stress and hectic, you will find the Mountain Inn Heimeli on 1830 m asl. The rustical charme and lovely dishes succeed to convince groups and solo travellers.

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Mountain Restaurant Arosa Lenzerheide

Restaurant Alpenrose

The picturesque restaurant is an ancient house made of wood in the Walser village Medergen on more than 2000 m asl.

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Mountain Restaurant Arosa Lenzerheide

Ski and Mountain Guesthouse Casanna

The ski and mountain guesthouse Casanna is located amidst an impressive landscape between the Weissfluhjoch and the Mattlishorn in the Schanfigg valley.

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Chur main station (gin_c5a66259b13cb8a6b8b5dc1cd804ff34_image)

Train Station Chur

Station Chur

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Restaurant Arosa Lenzerheide

Bergbeizli Ochsenalp Arosa

Ochsenalp-Hütte, Arosa 1936m above sea level.M., welcomes bikers and hikers on their tours.
Enjoy our Graubünden Alps gastronomy with rustic and traditional dishes.

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Fireplace Arosa Lenzerheide

Fireplace "Rot Tritt"

The fireplace is a very popular spot thanks to its special location and the stunning panoramic view.

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Viewpoint Arosa Lenzerheide

View point Rot Tritt

Take a break from hiking or biking when you arrive at Rot Tritt. The fascinating view is definitely worth to stop and stare for a moment.

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Lake Arosa Lenzerheide

Lake Upper Prätschsee

This stunning excursion destination can be reached in various manners and enthralles with a beautiful view.

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Restaurant Arosa Lenzerheide

Prätschalp

The Prätschalp lays along winter and summer hiking trails and snow shoe trails. Take a break and enjoy for example a delicious cheese fondue - be it in the cozy Alpenstübli or outside on the sun terrace.

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Lake Arosa Lenzerheide

Lake Lower Prätschsee

One of two wonderful mountain lakes in the upper Schanfigg.

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Animal park Arosa Lenzerheide

Arosa Bear Sanctuary

The Arosa Bear Sanctuary is an experience for young and old. The inhabitants of the Arosa Bear Sanctuary are at the centre of attention an highlight of every Arosa visit.

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Holiday Apartment Arosa Lenzerheide

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The Arosa Tourism Office works hard to maintain a little paradise in the Grisons Alps for locals as well as guests. Here you gain an insight into the operation of the organisation.

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Sports Facility Arosa Lenzerheide

Restruant Strandbad Arosa

Discover the lido at the idyllic Untersee Arosa - with the Arosa All-Inclusive Card, admission is free. The Lido Untersee offers leisure activities for young and old: - Bathing lake with sandy beach, the current water temperature can be found here - Solar heated paddling pool - 2 diving towers with 1 and 3 meters height - Sun boards - Changing rooms, lockers - Umbrellas, deck chairs and rowing boats for rent - Children's playground - Table tennis table - Bocce court - Beach volleyball court Culinary delights, refreshing drinks, a cooling ice cream (ice cream) offers the modern and cozy restaurant lido with large sun terrace.

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Fireplace Arosa Lenzerheide

Fireplace "Stausee" area reservoir

The new barbecue area built in summer 2020 directly on the reservoir invites young and old to linger.

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Lake Arosa Lenzerheide

Lake Stausee

This catchment lake, also calles Lake Iselsee, lay on 1'606 m asl, a bit below the village of Arosa.

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City Arosa Lenzerheide

Walserdorf Medergen

In the 12th and 13th centuries, flocks of shepherds and cattle breeders emigrated from the upper Valais and settled parts of Graubünden. Around Medergen near Arosa, the Walsers, as they were called, left their animals on the pastures in the summer and built a collection of alpine and residential buildings that has been well preserved to this day.

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Mountain Restaurant Arosa Lenzerheide

Restaurant Alpenrose

The picturesque restaurant is an ancient house made of wood in the Walser village Medergen on more than 2000 m asl.

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Restaurant Davos Klosters

Bergrestaurant Strelapass

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Lake Prättigau

Grünsee

The Grünsee is a high moor lake at the Duranna Pass at 2110 m above sea level.

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Mountain Restaurant Arosa Lenzerheide

Mountain Inn Strassberg

If you are looking for unique tranquillity and grandiose views and also like to combine it with hikes or bike rides, the Berggasthaus Strassberg at 1919 m above sea level in Strassberg is the perfect place.

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