Säumerweg Avers via Cröt Gesamttour (4 Etappen)

The hike starts in Thusis and leads through the imposing Viamala Gorge before reaching Zillis with its world-famous painted church ceiling from the 12th century. Continue to Andeer, where the mineral-rich waters of the well-known mineral bath invite you to enjoy some well-deserved relaxation.

From Andeer, the path descends gently to Innerferrera, where it meets the historic Averserstrasse. At the Valle-di-Lei bridge, the Ferrera and Avers valleys unite. On the way, masterful bridges, deep gorges, historic Walser houses and quiet alpine landscapes await. In particular, the ornate natural stone bridges and geological features such as the sinter formations at Starlera bear witness to the fascinating history of the valley.

From Cröt, the route crosses the secluded Madris. Along the Madrischer Rhein, the path climbs to Sovräna in the Val da la Prasgnola, up to the pass at 2,724 m above sea level. Over the impressive stone slab staircase, once built for the summering of the animals from the Bregaglia, exposed passages secured with chains lead down to Soglio. The historic village with Mediterranean flair, narrow streets and sun-drenched stone houses forms an impressive conclusion to this stage.

The final stage runs from Soglio through chestnut forests and the Bregaglia to Chiavenna. Along the way, historic villages, waterfalls, vineyards and cultural highlights such as Palazzo Vertemate invite you to explore. After crossing the border, the Italian Bregaglia opens up with charming villages and Mediterranean flair. The tour ends in lively Chiavenna, where traditional grottos, the glacier mills of the Marmitte dei Giganti and the Italian way of life await.

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• Viamala Gorge: Carved into the massive rock thousands of years ago by the glacial ice and the water of the Hinterrhein, living traces of a fascinating history can still be discovered in the Viamala Gorge today.
• Church of St. Martin in Zillis: Marvel at the world-famous Romanesque picture ceiling – a medieval masterpiece.
• Mineral bath Andeer: Relax in the warm water and enjoy the healing effects of the spring.
• Historic Averserstrasse: Old traffic route with impressive retaining walls, natural stone bridges and geological features.
• Val Madris & Stone Slab Stairs: Experience the original landscape and historic cattle drive route.
• Soglio: Mediterranean village flair, narrow streets and traditional stone houses.
• Acquafraggia Waterfalls & Palazzo Vertemate in Chiavenna: Experience natural waterfalls and Renaissance architecture as the highlights of the last stage.
• Gelato in Chiavenna: A refreshing Italian ice cream as a reward after the hike.

Avers mule track (5 stages)