Lag Serein: A long circular hike from S. Benedetg

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13.4 km

5:25 h

1058 mhd

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A beautiful hike through traditional mountain farming with valley, Maiensäss and alpine pastures to above the tree line. This is followed by a high-level trail through the alpine landscape to the idyllic Lag Serein, in which the surrounding mountain peaks are reflected. It is said to be one of the most beautiful mountain lakes in Graubünden.

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Highest Point 2260 m

Lowest Point 1248 m

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Start

Gravel square Miraval, Sogn Benedetg

Destination

Gravel square Miraval, Sogn Benedetg

Coordinates

46.732553, 8.93782

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Description

The tour starts from the gravel parking lot at the Miraval restaurant just before Sogn Benedetg. After a few hundred meters on the village road to Sogn Benedetg, the ascent begins via the hiking trail in the direction of Alp Glivers. After all, you have already covered around 650 of the more than 1000 meters in altitude here. So a stop at the Alpbeizli on Alp Glivers is well deserved.

A hiking trail continues up to Lag Serein. It is one of the most beautiful mountain lakes in Graubünden - at least that's what people say. Nestled in a rocky desert, decorated with mountain flowers and barren meadows, it lies at the foot of the gigantic Tödi massif.

The first few meters of the way back are identical to the ascent. Then it's back to Sogn Benedetg via Alp Crap Ner and Fallas, a full 1000 meters downhill. On hot summer days, you will appreciate the shady forest in the lower section.

Geheimtipp

You can shorten the hike considerably by purchasing a transportation permit to Alp Glivers.

A stop at Alp Glivers is almost a “must”.

A visit to the chapel in Sogn Benedetg is also absolutely worthwhile. It was designed by star architect Peter Zumthor and is a showpiece of architecture.

Sicherheitshinweis

The tour should not be undertaken in uncertain weather conditions. Weather changes are frequent in the mountains. If a rain front or similar is approaching during the hike, you should turn back in good time.

144 Emergency call, first aid

1414 Mountain rescue REGA

112 International emergency call

Ausrüstung

Good hiking boots with a good tread, clothing suitable for the weather (rain jacket), first aid kit, drink, food, possibly hiking poles

Directions

Sogn Benedetg - Cuolms da Tscheps - Alp Glivers - Lag Serein - Alp Crap Ner - Sogn Benedetg

Directions

Public Transport

By train via Chur or Göschenen

From Göschenen via Disentis or from Chur directly with the RhB to Sumvitg/Cumpadials.

From here, walk to the start of the hike in the direction of Sumvitg and then up to S. Benedetg (approx. 2 times 45 minutes).

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By car via Chur

From Zurich on the A 3 or from St. Gallen on the A 13 to Chur and continue to the Reichenau exit in the direction of Disentis/Ilanz/Flims as far as Sumvitg. Then turn right at the end of the village onto the side road towards S. Benedetg (approx. 2 km) and drive to the gravel parking lot at the Miraval restaurant.

By car via Göschenen

From Basel on the A 2 via Lucerne to Göschenen, continue on the old pass road through the Schöllenen Gorge to Andermatt and over the Oberalp Pass/Disentis to Sumvitg. At the entrance to the village, turn left onto the side road towards S. Benedetg (approx. 2 km) and continue to the gravel parking lot at the Miraval restaurant.

Parking

Gravel parking lot at the Miraval restaurant (parking lot not subject to charge).

Waypoints

Restaurant Disentis Sedrun

Ustria Cruna

Yvonne and her team look forward to welcoming you to the Ustria Cruna.

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Restaurant Disentis Sedrun

Ustria Miraval

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Chapel Disentis Sedrun

Chapel ruin Sogn Benedetg, Sumvitg

The chapel ruin of Sogn Benedetg, with a horseshoe-shaped choir from the 9th century, is the oldest documented chapel of its kind. It was largely destroyed by a massive dust avalanche on February 10, 1984, and was restored again in 2013.

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Aussenaufnahme des Pistregns in Sogn Benedetg

Historical Site Disentis Sedrun

Pistregn, Sogn Benedetg

Pistregn is the Romanesque word for a public bake, washing and butcher's house and thus an important meeting place

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Aussenansicht der alten Käserei in Sogn Benedetg

Historical Site Disentis Sedrun

Alte Käserei, Sogn Benedetg

Around 1890, the villagers were able to convert the apartment attached to the house (1838) into a cheese dairy.

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Das Foto zeigt die Kapelle Sogn Benedetg in Sumvitg

Chapel Disentis Sedrun

Chapel of Sogn Benedetg, Sumvitg

The chapel, which was designed by Peter Zumthor, is located a few hundred meters from the old site. The timber construction integrates elements of the local building style and is both traditional and very modern. The teardrop-shaped floor plan plays with natural geometric shapes, while inside, skylights and the abundance of wood lend the room a warm and light atmosphere.

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