Dörferweg Schanfigg, 1st stage, Arosa-Langwies

Medium
7.9 km
2:15 h
86 mhd
447 mhd
Langwies
Untersee

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Langwieser Viadukt_Schanfigger Dörferweg

Stage 1, Arosa - Langwies

The Schanfigg village trail connects the villages of the Schanfigg valley from Arosa to Chur on both sides of the valley for hikers. This is the hiking suggestion for the stage from Arosa to Langwies.

Technique /6
Fitness 3/6
Highest Point  1738 m
Lowest Point  1372 m
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Start
Arosa
Destination
Langwies
Coordinates
46.783417, 9.679613

Details

Description

This hike leads leisurely downhill from Arosa via Litzirüti through the forest to Langwies. A view of the legendary Langwies viaduct is a must on the way.

The tour starts at Arosa railway station and first takes you along a tarmac road to Untersee. The Schanfigg village trail starts there and winds its way through the forest, along the Plessur river and the Rhaetian Railway line to Litzirüti. Can you catch a glimpse of the red Rhaetian Railway train along the way? The trail continues through Schanfigg to Litzirüti railway station and then down to Plessur. Follow the signposts via Sonnenrüti to Langwies. The long meadow on which the church was built gave the village its name - locals still say today that they live on the "leng Wies". The village of 300 inhabitants is the ideal place for cultural activities. In addition to the church, the world-famous Langwies Viaduct, the Kulturhuus Schanfigg and the village shop with local specialities are well worth a visit.

Geheimtipp

The Kulturhuus Schanfigg is a cultural meeting place for locals and guests. The association cultivates and promotes the original culture of Schanfigg in its traditional and contemporary form. The Kulturhuus is also home to the Schanfigg cultural archive, the Raetica library of the von Sprecher Jenins family, a lending library for Alpine literature and a swap library for children and families. The association regularly organises events such as lectures, readings, film evenings and exhibitions. Details and opening hours at: https: //www.kulturhuus-schanfigg.ch/

Sicherheitshinweis

  • Keep a constant eye on the weather
  • Make sure you have suitable and complete equipment
  • Inform third parties about your tour. Report back when you arrive at your destination.
  • Enjoy hiking with a smile on your face

Ausrüstung

Sturdy shoes and weatherproof clothing are recommended.

Directions

Arosa - Litzirüti - Langwies

Directions

Public Transport

By train to Arosa

The Rhaetian Railway train takes you comfortably from Chur to the centre of Arosa. The journey begins leisurely through Chur and after the city limits, the red train becomes a mountain railway and climbs 1000 metres in just 26 km to Arosa at 1,775 m. ü. M.. Details about the Arosa line:

You can find the timetable directly at sbb.ch

The train stops at the following stations between Chur and Arosa. The Schanfigg village trail can also be started from one of these stations:

  • Chur Old Town
  • Lüen-Castiel
  • St. Peter-Molinis
  • Peist
  • Langwies GR
  • Litzirüti

Details on travelling to Arosa:
https://arosalenzerheide.swiss/de/Arosa/Aktuell/Wissenswertes/Anreise

Details on travelling to Chur:
https://www.chur.graubuenden.ch/de/service/information/anreise

Anreise Information

By car to Arosa

From Chur, it's a 40-minute drive uphill on a winding road. The Schanfiggerstrasse winds its way through the valley and negotiates around 360 bends.

Details on travelling to Arosa:
https://arosalenzerheide.swiss/de/Arosa/Aktuell/Wissenswertes/Anreise

Details on travelling to Chur:
https://www.chur.graubuenden.ch/de/service/information/anreise

Parking

Various parking facilities in Arosa: https: //www.arosa-parking.com/

Various car parks in Chur: https: //www.chur.graubuenden.ch/de/service/mobilitaet-ort/parkieren

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

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