Alp Grüm - Cavaglia (Via Stablini)

3 km

0:55 h

1 mhd

392 mhd

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Easy route that leads from Alp Grüm to the plain of Cavaglia following for the most part the Bernina Line.

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Highest Point 2084 m

Lowest Point 1692 m

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46.374469, 10.031104

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Description

The particularly scenic hike starts from the Alp Grüm station.

After the station you take the path that goes down to the right and leads to Cavaglia.

The route is very popular in summer for both hikers and bikers, but it fascinates with new views of the enchanting natural landscape, the Vadret da Palü, the Plain of Cavaglia and Lake Poschiavo in the distance.

The comfortable mule track largely follows the track of the Bernina Line, since 2008 a UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Rhaetian Railway, crossing woods and meadows. Pass through Stablini and La Dota before popping out in the village of Cavaglia.

Before resuming the train we recommend making a stop at the Glacier Garden to visit the extraordinary Marmitte dei Giganti and the new route through the Orrido di Cavaglia.

Hidden Gem

Alp Grüm can only be reached by train or on foot.

In Cavaglia you can pay a visit to the Glacier Garden. Do not miss a trip to the Orrido di Cavaglia, descending into the gorge to admire the caves carved into the rock.

The trail is covered by both hikers and bikers. If you prefer a less frequented trail during the summer months, opt for the Alp Grüm - Lagh da Palü - Cavaglia or Alp Grüm - Val da Pila - Cavaglia trail.

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Restaurant Valposchiavo

Hotel Restaurant Alp Grüm

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Viewpoint Valposchiavo

Alp Grüm

Alp Grüm is located at 2,091 m above sea level on the edge of the first slope of the Valposchiavo. From here you can enjoy an unmistakable view over the whole Valposchiavo, which extends to Italy. In 1910, the Bernina Line of the Rhaetian Railway was built here. The pretty station building, made of quarry stones, is both a restaurant and a hotel and was opened in 1926.

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Viewpoint Valposchiavo

Centrale idroelettrica Cavaglia

Built at the same time as the Palü plant, the Cavaglia plant also came into operation in 1927.

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Viewpoint Valposchiavo

Kraftwerk Palü

In 1927, the Palü power plant went into operation as the top stage of the "upper Poschiavo" power plant chain.

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Attraction Valposchiavo

Gigant's Pots

In the Cavaglia Glacier Garden, with its typical alpine vegetation and rich flora, there are fascinating glacial mills: wonders of nature created by thousands of years of glaciation. A visit offers a unique, unforgettable experience.

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Restaurant Valposchiavo

Casa Alpina Belvedere

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Gli alberi e il gioco di luci e ombre - The trees and the play of shadows

Store Valposchiavo

Gli alberi e il gioco di luci e ombre - The Trees and the Shadow Play

The beauty of Graubünden is world-renowned. No matter in what corner of the canton one travels, unique landscapes can be found everywhere- every spot in the mountain region is a masterpiece. In order to match this spectacular nature, the official white-red-and-white trail markers have been newly painted by an artist, called Stefan Rüesch.

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