Destination in Graubünden

Excursion tips for Graubünden

The holiday region belongs to Eastern Switzerland and is located in the middle of the Alps. The region is characterized by a natural mountain and lake landscape and invites you to a family trip to the Swiss National Park . As a hiker and mountain biker, you can use an attractive network of trails, along the edge of which many excursion destinations invite you to take a break. Numerous accommodations give holidaymakers the perfect location to enjoy family time to the fullest.

The canton of Graubünden is characterized by its many picturesque villages in the small valleys. Numerous alpine pastures and hotels offer many opportunities to enjoy the untouched nature. Chur is the best starting point for exploring Graubünden. In the picturesque old town, connoisseurs can choose from a wide range of cultural and gastronomic offerings .

The Rhaetian Railway

The railway company is the oldest in Switzerland . When travelling over viaducts and through spiral tunnels, passengers experience the nature of the canton of Graubünden from a very special perspective. Modern railcars as well as steam trains and nostalgic carriages from the 1920s and 1930s travel on the routes.

Moor Riedboden

The fen in Riedboden, which was renaturalized in 2018, offers amphibians, animals and plants a new home. There are public excursions for holidaymakers . For those who want to go on their own tours, there are moor bags that are useful on family outings.

Pop-up tent village in Laax

The tent village on the Alp Nagen, located at an altitude of 2,000 meters, is a special excursion tip . 20 comfortably furnished tents and a tent suite await overnight guests. In summer, the Alp Nagens is used for agriculture, in winter it is a ski resort. To ensure that your vacation at this altitude is a success, sturdy shoes and warm clothing are an absolute must. It is not possible to get there by car . You can reach this beautiful vacation spot on foot or by shuttle bus .

Tennis courts, riding schools and climbing gardens provide a range of sporting activities

If you want to do sports in your free time, this region is the right place for you. The Zizers tennis club is located on the edge of the village of the same name and is an insider tip not only for athletes. On the terrace of the clubhouse you can enjoy the sun with a cool drink and watch some exciting matches.

Thanks to Gina's riding school, you can explore the area around Pontresina on horseback. There are guided rides for both beginners and advanced riders. Children from the age of two can get used to the ponies on guided walks .

Moteratsch climbing garden

The climbing garden was used by the military in the 1960s. The limestone has been smoothed by the glacier . The tours are therefore more suitable for advanced climbers.

Three Lakes Hike

On the three lakes hike you will experience nature at its most beautiful. The moderately difficult day tour leads past the mountain lakes Guraletschsee at an altitude of 2,409 meters, Ampervreilasee at an altitude of 2,377 meters and Selvasee at an altitude of 2,297 meters.

A family holiday in this Alpine region is an experience for all the senses. You can do sports and recharge your batteries in the almost untouched nature. The culinary specialties round off this experience.