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Isel natural history trail

Simple
5.2 km
1:25 h
67 mhd
80 mhd
Die eindrückliche Landschaft zwischen Schiesshorn und Schafrugg
Der kleine Alteinwasserfall

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Hängebrücke Isel
Exciting theme trail - also suitable in bad weather.
Technique
Fitness
Highest Point  1686 m
Lowest Point  1607 m
Best Season
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Start
ARA Arosa
Destination
Arosa Reservoir
Coordinates
46.775093, 9.682514

Details

Description

Would you like to learn something about the history of water and electricity supply in Arosa, or do you simply want to discover the mysterious botanical and geological diversity of our region on your own? Then follow the natural history trail. The path leads from Iselwies to the Altein waterfall and back to the reservoir. This walk is also possible in bad weather.

Hidden Gem

Enjoy the hike in July – because then the lady's slipper orchid (Cypripedium calceolus) blooms in the Isel near Arosa. The plant loves light forests and calcareous soils – which is why it thrives particularly well in the Isel. The development from seed to flowering plant takes a full 12 to 15 years.

Safety Note

Arosa is committed to providing hikers with a well-developed and marked network of hiking trails. Please observe the rules and signs. You can find more helpful tips under hiking information.  

Equipment

Good footwear and weather-appropriate clothing are recommended.

Directions

ARA Arosa - Arosa Reservoir

Directions

Public Transport

The Rhaetian Railway runs hourly from Chur to Arosa and back.

From the station take the village bus to the Untersee stop, then continue on foot to the reservoir.

Travel Information

From Chur via Schanfiggerstrasse to Arosa. At the Postplatz in Arosa, turn left towards Untersee/Reservoir.

Parking

At the entrance to the village of Arosa you will find a large parking display board. There are parking spaces directly at ARA Arosa.

More information at Arosa Parking. 

Waypoints

Feuerstelle Hinterwald
Fireplace Arosa Lenzerheide
Fireplace "Hinterwald" (wood storage spot)
The Hinterwald fireplace is located in a very quiet spot somewhat off the beaten track and offers direct access to the river.
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Die Alteinwasserfälle aus der Ferne
Waterfall Arosa Lenzerheide
Small Altein Waterfall
When hiking up from Isel in direction Lake Alteinsee, both Altein Waterfalls are visible.
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Die Alteinwasserfälle aus der Ferne
Waterfall Arosa Lenzerheide
Big Altein Waterfall
The big Altein Waterfall is visible while hiking from Isel direction Lake Alteinsee.
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Umgebung Feuerstelle Wettsteinhütte
Fireplace Arosa Lenzerheide
Fireplace Wettsteinhütte
The Wettstein hut is located right next to the river amidst a peaceful and romantic spot in the mountains.
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Feuerstelle Iselwald
Fireplace Arosa Lenzerheide
Fireplace Iselwald
In the midst of the beautiful Grisons Alps, just below the village of Arosa, lies the Iselwald fireplace.
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Feuerstelle Iselwiis
Fireplace Arosa Lenzerheide
Fireplace "Iselwiis"

The Iselwiis fireplace is located in an easily accessible area in a unique landscape.

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