Swiss Grand Canyon

It is not for nothing that the Rhine Gorge, Rhaeto-Romanic Ruinaulta, between Reichenau and Ilanz is known as the "Swiss Grand Canyon". The gorge is one of the most spectacular landscapes in Graubünden and is unique in the Alpine region. A hike along the steep cliffs or a ride on the Rhaetian Railway or Glacier Express through Ruinaulta is a unique experience. If that is still not enough of a thrill, you can take a breathtaking river rafting trip through the gorge. Place: Reichenau / Ilanz
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Bernina Express and Glacier Express

The world-famous Bernina Express is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and runs from Chur to Tirano. The route crosses the famous Landwasser viaduct, winds its way through several spiral shaped tunnels and reaches the Engadin via dozens more bridges and tunnels. The route continues past beautiful mountain lakes and glaciers to the Bernina Pass at 2253 m altitude. The railway then winds its way down in countless hairpin bends and over the famous circular viaduct from Brusio to the small northern Italian town of Tirano at 429 m altitude, where palm trees and vines thrive. The famous Glacier Express has been connecting St. Moritz and Zermatt in an 8-hour panoramic journey past glaciers and gorges since 1932. While you enjoy a three-course meal, the train winds its way past rugged rock faces through the Rhine Gorge and over the 2033 m high Oberalp Pass, passing idyllic mountain villages.
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Swimming in the Lej Marsch

Tucked away in a wooded area near St. Moritz lies the idyllic and natural moor lake Lej Marsch. It lies in the Pro Natura nature reserve, which is why bathing is only permitted in marked areas. There is even a sandy beach at Lej Marsch - in the middle of the Grisons mountains at 1,800 metres above sea level. A picnic by the lake is just as suitable as a barbecue at one of the fireplaces. Place: St. Moritz
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Cross-country skiing in Engadin

The Engadin is considered one of the cross-country skiing Meccas of Switzerland - thanks in part to the annual Engadin Ski Marathon held in March, the most famous cross-country skiing event in the Alps. Engadin is a cross-country skiing paradise because it is a wide, open valley with plenty of snow and sunshine. Professionals as well as beginners find the best conditions here.
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Snowshoeing

More than 2,000 years ago, people were already using snowshoes, i.e. two plates with a large diameter under their feet, to move faster and more effortlessly in the snow. Snowshoe walking has enjoyed great popularity for some years now. In Graubünden there are over 100 official routes for snowshoe fans. Here are some selected trails that are also suitable for beginners: 

• Unesco tour (Flims-Laax-Falera): 3.4 km, 2.5 hours, ascent: 174 m 
• Tarasp - Avrona - Vulpera: 3.6 km. 1.5 hours, ascent: 256 m 
• Easy Trapper (Arosa): 2.3 km, 1 hour, ascent: 40 m 
• Fontanivas round trip (Disentis): 5.7 km, 2 hours, ascent: 180 m 
• Palpuogna (Bergün/Preda): 4.4 km, 1h 45 min, ascent: 189 m

Sledging / tobogganing 

There are almost 100 different toboggan runs in Graubünden - unbelievable! The longest runs are on the following runs: 

• Preda - Bergün with 6 km length, using the Bernina Express train as a lift 
• Gnawing scansinas (Flims-Laax-Falera) with 12 km length 
• Fideriser Heuberge (Prättigau) with 11 km length

Arosa / Lenzerheide

43 ski lifts, gondolas and chairlifts ensure that skiers in Arosa-Lenzerheide have no less than 225 kilometres of slopes at their disposal - a distance as long as the one from Zurich to Lausanne! Endless skiing fun is guaranteed. In addition to the classic slopes, the innovative ski area offers even more, such as a snow park, cross-country ski trails and winter hiking paths. Arosa is also home to numerous high-profile events, such as the Arosa Humor Festival and numerous other occasions which the innovative tourism director and his team regularly organise.
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Scuol

In the border triangle between Austria, Italy and Switzerland lies the Lower Engadine with the Swiss National Park and numerous picturesque villages such as Ardez, Ftan, Guarda or Tarasp. Right in the middle of it all is the main town of Scuol with its famous thermal spa and no less picturesque Engadine houses, squares and narrow streets. Apart from relaxation in the Bogn Engiadina, Scuol offers plenty of opportunities for excursions, whether on foot, by bike or on skis in the wonderful Motta Naluns ski area.
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Chur

Chur, the oldest town in Switzerland, is the cultural and economic centre of the Graubünden region and the gateway to the Alps. The cosy old town with its 800-year-old cathedral invites you to stroll and shop, but also to enjoy a fine meal or a drink. Chur is the starting point for excursions throughout the canton. Flims/Laax and Lenzerheide can be reached in half an hour, Arosa and Davos in an hour and the Engadin in 1 ½ hours.
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