Schanfigger Höhenweg, 3rd route, Arosa - Sapün

Medium

11.3 km

4:00 h

600 mhd

500 mhd

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Varied mountain hike with magnificent viewpoints: The third stage of the Schanfigger Höhenweg leads from Arosa and the reservoir via Medergen to Sapün.

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Highest Point 2085 m

Lowest Point 1605 m

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Start

Arosa

Destination

Berggasthaus Heimeli

Coordinates

46.783338, 9.678915

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Stage

Description

This section is a scenically beautiful hike. On the way from Untersee to the reservoir, you follow the "path of water" and can learn more from the information signs. After that, various alps follow. After Furggaalp, you continue to the old Walser settlement of Medergen. It is idyllically situated on the mountain, and the Alpenrose mountain restaurant invites you to take a rest. Medergen, Sapün and Strassberg were settled in the 13th and 14th centuries. A walk through Medergen is worthwhile, as many lovingly designed details can be discovered. Another scenic highlight is offered on the descent into Sapün. The steep rock face of the Chüpfenflue makes you pause in awe. A little later you reach your destination for the day, the Berghaus Heimeli. With a bit of luck, you can observe deer in the surrounding area from the terrace, or spot chamois in the wall of the Chüpfenfluh.

Geheimtipp

small excursion to the Janetsch Boden (great view)
Delicious Bündner menu at Heimeli
Walser villages Medergen and Dörfji in Sapün

Sicherheitshinweis

For the variant via Tritt and Latschüelfurgga, surefootedness and a head for heights are a prerequisite, as you have to climb an iron ladder. In addition, the route should not be walked when there is still snow or thunderstorms are approaching.

Ausrüstung

Good shoes, rain jacket, walking sticks if necessary, enough to drink, snack to eat.

Directions

Arosa - Untersee - Furggaalp - Tieja - Medergen - Seebijboden - Berggasthaus Heimeli

Directions

Public Transport

The Rhaetian Railway runs every hour from Chur to Arosa (also in the opposite direction). A footpath or the local bus leads from the Arosa railway station to the Untersee lido.

Anreise Information

From Chur, take the winding Arosa road to the end of the valley in Arosa.

At the entrance to the village, turn left before the petrol station. Follow the signs to the Untersee lido. Parking spaces are available.

It is recommended to park your car in the Ochsenbühl car park. After a short walk you will reach the start of the hike at Untersee.

Parken

At the entrance to the village there are large signs indicating the various parking options. We recommend the Ochsenbühl multi-storey car park. You can find more information under Arosa Parking.

A limited number of parking spaces (day parking) are available at Untersee.

Wegpunkte

Lake Arosa Lenzerheide

Obersee Lake

The Obersee lake, on 1,739m above sea level, is the bigger of the two lakes which are located within the village of Arosa.

Lake Arosa Lenzerheide

Lake Stausee

This catchment lake, also calles Lake Iselsee, lay on 1'606 m asl, a bit below the village of Arosa.

Train station Arosa Lenzerheide

Train Station Arosa

The train station Arosa is located right next to the Obersee lake. The Rhaetian Railway leaves Chur to Arosa and back at hourly intervals.

Minigolf Arosa Lenzerheide

Chippin Golf

Are you familiar with mini golf? Then imagine mini golf in pure nature, on hiking trails and meadows - this is chippin golf. A slightly different option to discover Arosa and its surroundings.

Bergstation Arosa Lenzerheide

Weisshorn cable car

Enjoy a breathtaking panoramic view of over 400 mountains in Switzerland and nearby countries.

Church Arosa Lenzerheide

Mountain Chapel

The Bergkirchli is the oldest church in the Grisons holiday resort of Arosa and also its oldest surviving building. It is located in Innerarosa on the path between the Schanfigger Museum of Local History and the Tschuggen, directly at the valley station of the Carmenna chairlift at 1900 m above sea level.

Museum Arosa Lenzerheide

Local History Museum of Arosa-Schanfigg „Eggahuus“

The Schanfigg-Arosa Local History Museum presents a vivid picture of history, customs, former everyday life and crafts from Arosa and the Schanfigg. The rich collection of objects, documents and photographs is stored and exhibited in the historic Eggahuus.

Bergstation Arosa Lenzerheide

Gondola Hörnli-Express station

The Hörnli-Express brings you within a few minutes on the Hörnli, from where the Urdenbahn leads to Lenzerheide.

Amusement park Arosa Lenzerheide

Skill Center

The Skill Center offers a great training platform for beginners and kids.

Zoo and Zoo Arosa Lenzerheide

Arosa Bärenland

The Arosa Bear Land is an experience for young and old. The residents, Meimo and Amelia, are at the center.
The Arosa Bear Land gives bears that are rescued from poor husbandry conditions a species-appropriate home. Bears that used to have to live chained up in a tiny, dirty cage are freed from this predicament by FOUR PAWS and brought to Arosa.

In the middle of the natural mountain landscape with pastures, shrubs, rocks, streams and forest, the bears can learn their natural behaviors. And visitors can watch them do so.

During a visit to the bear platform at over 2,000 m above sea level.M., you will learn not only the stories of the bears from Serbia and Albania but also many other exciting bear facts. Furthermore, the bear mini golf, the adventure playground at the middle station, the Weisshorn Bear and the Bärenland adventure trail inspire. The bear hunger can be satisfied in the restaurant Brüggerstuba right next door.

And by the way: Dogs (on a leash) are also welcome in the Arosa Bärenland!

Tourist office Arosa Lenzerheide

Arosa Tourism

Passion and passion

Arosa Tourism gives everything to preserve the destination for locals and guests as a small paradise in the Grisons mountains.
You will find the Arosa Tourism information desk in the Arosa Sports and Congress Centre (SKZA), right at the entrance to the village, opposite the Hotel Valsana. At the entrance there is a limited number of parking spaces. Coming from the train station, walk on the right side about 200 meters along the Obersee. Now you can't miss the Arosa Sports and Congress Centre.

Ropes course Arosa Lenzerheide

Rope Park

Probably one of the most beautiful rope parks of the Swiss Alps is situated in Arosa.

Boat Arosa Lenzerheide

Rowing boat and paddleboat rental

Rowing boat, paddleboat and Stand Up Paddle rental

Relax, and let yourself get carried away amidst the impressive mountain scenery around Lake Obersee in Arosa.

Ice skating Arosa Lenzerheide

Ice rink Arosa

Whether winter or summer - there is always something going on in the ice sports hall in Arosa.

Tourist office Arosa Lenzerheide

Arosa

The holiday resort and event destination Arosa convinces with a wide range of experiences and natural spectacles all year round.

Outdoor Arosa Lenzerheide

Lido Untersee Lake

The lido beach lies on the idyllic Untersee lake Arosa. It offers plenty of fun for old and young and opens its doors during the whole summer season.

Café Arosa Lenzerheide

Restaurant Strandbad

In the cosy new Badi restaurant, which has been tastefully furnished with love, you can enjoy wonderful meat specialities over the fireplace. The panoramic windows allow an unobstructed view of the nocturnal Arosa. Stop by.
Reservation requested.
Specialties: Meat/grill specialties. Hot stone.

Cottage Arosa Lenzerheide

Naturfreundehaus Medergen

The Naturefriends House is a cozy place to stay for everyone, whether group, family or individuals.

Mountain restaurant Arosa Lenzerheide

Restaurant Alpenrose

The picturesque restaurant is an ancient house made of wood in the Walser village Medergen on more than 2000 m asl.

Village Arosa Lenzerheide

Walserdorf Sapün Dörfji

Sapün is a high valley, an alp and former Walser settlement on the territory of the former municipality of Langwies.

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