Heinzenberger-Gratweg

Medium

15 km

5:20 h

760 mhd

1400 mhd

Heinzenberger Grat zwischen Präzer Höhi und Tguma

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The area's most beautiful and delightful hike over the mountain ridge that links the Heinzenberg with the Safien valley. The view of the two valleys is superb.

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Start

Glaspass

Destination

Präz

Coordinates

46.677788711315, 9.3505166401218

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Description

For centuries, the Glaspass was the gateway to the outside world for the inhabitants of the Safiental. Only with the construction of the access road in 1885 from Thalkirch to Versam did the valley open up from the north and the importance of the Glaspass diminished.

From Glaspass, the route climbs steep alpine pastures up to the Glasergrat with magnificent views of the surrounding mountain ranges. A short descent follows before continuing on long mountain trails over Lüschalp to Bischolsee. While the idyllic Bischolsee is protected, the slightly lower Pascuminersee invites a refreshing dip. The path ascends pleasantly over Alp Bischola to Tguma at 2,163 m asl, the highest point of the hike with stunning panoramic views. Along the Heinzenberger ridge, a narrow panoramic trail leads to Präzer Höhi.

Finally, the descent continues over Präzer Alp to Präz, where the return journey to Thusis can be relaxed by PostAuto.

Hidden Gem

Stop at the Hirtinnenbeiz on Alp Bischola.

Safety Note

Warning: snowfields may still be present on high-altitude sections into the summer months.

Equipment

Sturdy footwear and weatherproof clothing recommended.

Directions

Glaspass / Usser Glas - Bruchbüel - Glasergrat - Lüschalp - Bischolsee - Tguma - Präzer Höhi - Präzer Alp - Prau da l'Alp - Saloms - Pranzolas - Prau Sdunön - Präz village

Directions

Public Transport

The Glaspass and the village of Präz are accessible by PostAuto from Thusis. More information available in the SBB online timetable.

Travel Information

Motorway A13, exit no. 21 Thusis-North. Then follow the signs to Tschappina or Glaspass.
Plan your journey with the Google route planner.

Parking

Free parking is available at Glaspass (Google Maps location).

Waypoints

Lake Viamala

Lake Pascuminer

Lake Pascuminer lies in the middle of the alpine area of the inner Heinzenberg and is ideal for a refreshing dip after a hike or a bike tour.

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Lake Viamala

Lake Bischol

Lake Bischolsee is a real postcard motif and inspires with its reflection of the majestic Piz Beverin.

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Restaurant Surselva

Alp Bischola - pub

The pub on the Alp Bischola.

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Fireplace Viamala

Fireplace castle ruins Präz

From the Präz castle ruins fireplace you have a marvellous panoramic view of the valley. It is located directly on the Tilla family hiking trail.

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Coffee Shop Viamala

Beverin mountain inn

Our mountain inn lies in the Beverin Nature Park above Thusis, in the holiday corner of Switzerland. Valleys to the north and south of the Alps. Rivers that flow in all directions.

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Bus Station Viamala

Präz, Dorf

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Bus Station Viamala

Glaspass

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