Rhine Gorge: Valendas - Versam

Simple
4.5 km
1:15 h
110 mhd
125 mhd
Rheinschlucht Valendas - Versam
Rheinschlucht Valendas - Versam

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Rheinschlucht Valendas - Versam
The Rhine gorge between Reichenau and Ilanz is not for nothing called the "Swiss Grand Canyon". It is one of the most spectacular landscapes in Grisons and is unique even in the Alps
Technique 1/6
Fitness 2/6
Highest Point  705 m
Lowest Point  635 m
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Start
Valendas train station
Destination
Versam train Station
Coordinates
46.791842, 9.275525

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Description

Between Ilanz and Reichenau, the Vorderrhein has milled a huge gorge through the rubble of the Flims landslide. In the wild canyons, you can experience pure adrenaline during river rafting, or you can hike along rugged rock formations. A well walkable hiking trail along the Rhine also offers great opportunities to grill, create stone figures or to bathe your feet. Even orchids can be found here. If you prefer it more comfortable, you can also discover the Rhine Gorge by train or by post bus. We experience the Rhine Gorge with the Rhaetian Railway and the PostBus. With the Ruinaulta ticket we can use the public transport in and around the Ruinaulta for a whole day. The Ruinaulta tickets can be bought in the guest information Flims, Laax or Falera. The hike leads along the Rhine, through short forest sections and past wide meadows to Versam station. From there we have two options for the way back: From Versam station we take the train to Trin station and walk about 1 hour up to the post bus stop Trin Digg Porclis on the main road and drive from there by post bus to Flims or we take the train to Ilanz and from there the Postbus to Flims with a short change in Laax Post.

Snowline map  

While at higher altitudes there is at best already snow, the trails in the valley are still free of snow. Our interactive snow depth map helps you to plan your tour. Here you can see at a glance at www.flims.com/schneesituation where you can already expect snow on the paths and trails and where you can still be on the road without getting cold feet. 

Geheimtipp

There are various beautifully situated barbecue places along the Rhein. You might want to take food for grilling with you.

Sicherheitshinweis

Good hiking boots with good profile or trekking shoes, weatherproof clothing.

Ausrüstung

Good hiking boots with good profile or trekking shoes.

Directions

Valendas Station - Versam Station

Directions

Public Transport

By train from Chur or by postbus from Flims/Laax/Falera.

Anreise Information

By car motorway A13 from Zürich, exit 18 Flims.

Parking

750 parking lots in parking garage Flims lift station.

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