Avers Packhorse Route: Thusis - Andeer

The path leads us either over the Traversiner footbridge (mountain hiking trail) or through the Lost Hole (a longer section on an asphalted road) to the famous Viamala Gorge. The hike then continues via Reischen to Zillis. The 12th-century St. Martin Church with its world-famous painted ceiling is worth a visit. On 153 exquisitely preserved panels, the life of Christ and a whole medieval worldview are depicted. If you have booked a room in Andeer, the hike continues through the dreamy villages of Donat and Clugin to the well-known spa town of Andeer.

Since summer 2005, two Viamala routes have been available for the first stage. One leads through the "Lost Hole," it is varied and has no special difficulties. However, it is important to mention that it runs on the Old Commercial Road and the path is paved. The main route, called "Veia Traversina," leads from Sils i.D. via High Raetia and the new Traversiner footbridge (suspension bridge) into the Viamala Gorge. It is of great historical interest but significantly more demanding compared to the "Lost Hole" variant. At the Viamala visitor center, the path runs 250 m upstream along the road, then turns left and you reach the Hinterrhein via stone steps. After passing Punt da Suransuns, it continues on the right side of the Rhine to the Val da Bargias creek. The path then leads left to Reischen. At the end of the road, you take the forest path up to the Cultira Dafora hill. Later you cross the old wooden bridge to Reischen and Zillis. The hike continues from here via Donat and Clugin to Andeer.