Säumerweg Avers via Cröt: Cröt - Soglio

An impressive staircase with stone slabs leads to the pass crossing at 2,724 m above sea level – a relic from times gone by, when cows and cattle from Bregaglia were driven to pasture in Val Madris in summer. The upper section of the Madris Valley was developed from Bregaglia as early as the 14th century and used for agriculture, which gives the route a special historical charm.

Shortly after the pass, special attention is paid: here there are some exposed passages secured with chains. It is important to follow only the white-red-white marked trail signs, as traces of old paths are still visible in the rockfall-prone scree gullies. The long descent is on narrow mountain paths with numerous hairpin bends and offers impressive views of the Bregaglia mountains again and again.

After passing the alpine settlements of Läira and Däir, the trail descends on shady forest paths to Soglio. At 1,100 m above sea level, hikers can expect a village steeped in history, which with its Mediterranean flair, narrow streets and sun-drenched stone houses forms an impressive conclusion to this impressive stage.

• Alter Steinsteg near Cröt: Historic crossing at the beginning of the stage - a short stop is worthwhile for the view into the valley and the old architecture.
• Madris: Original high valley with impressive tranquillity and wild landscape - perfect for a short rest in untouched nature.
• Stone stairs to the pass crossing: Staircase covered with stone slabs from earlier cattle driving times - a fascinating relic of alpine history.
• Secured passages at the Prasgnola Pass: Narrow, partly exposed sections of the path with chains - spectacular passage with impressive views.
• Soglio: The "balcony of the Bregaglia" with Mediterranean flair, narrow streets and magnificent Palazzo Salis.

An impressive staircase with stone slabs leads to the pass at 2,724 m above sea level, which dates back to the time when cattle were driven from Bregaglia to the summer pasture in Val Madris. The upper section of the valley was already cultivated from Bregaglia in the 14th century, which gives this route its special historical character.

Shortly after the pass, there is a challenging section with exposed passages secured by chains. Special caution is required here, and it is important to follow the white-red-white marked trail signs exactly - old traces of earlier routes in the rockfall-prone scree fields must not be trodden.

The subsequent long descent leads in numerous hairpin bends over narrow mountain paths down to the Bregaglia. Again and again, breathtaking views of the striking peaks and deeply cut valleys of the region open up. After passing the alpine settlements of Läira and Däir, the trail finally runs through shady forests and reaches the picturesque village of Soglio at 1,100 m above sea level.

With its Mediterranean charm, narrow streets and sun-drenched stone houses, Soglio offers an impressive end to this alpine and culturally and historically important stage.