Schanfigger Höhenweg: Stage 3

Medium

9 km

2:55 h

480 mhd

440 mhd

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Leaving the handsome Walser houses of the Fondei valley behind, you now walk up to the Blackter Fürggli. On the trail you enjoy fantastic views across the Schanfigg valley, cross Alpine meadows and find piles of hay on the steep slopes of the Hochwang chain.

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Start

Langwies, Strassberg

Destination

St. Peter, Skihaus Hochwang

Coordinates

46.845338130792, 9.7488200413597

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Description

This section of the route is a scenically beautiful hike. On the way from Untersee to the reservoir, you follow the "Path of Water" and can educate yourself with the help of information boards. Afterwards, various alpine pastures follow. After Furggaalp, you continue hiking to the old Walser settlement Medergen. It lies idyllically on the mountain, and the mountain restaurant Alpenrose invites you to rest. The settlement of Medergen, Sapün and Strassberg took place 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 when descending into Sapün. The steep rock face of the Chüpfenflue commands respectful admiration. Shortly afterwards, you reach the day's goal, the Berggasthaus Heimeli. With some luck, deer can be observed from the terrace in the surrounding wildlife sanctuary, or you can spot chamois on the wall of the Chüpfenfluh.

Hidden Gem

small excursion to Janetsch Boden (great view)

delicious Bündner specialties at Heimeli

Walser villages Medergen and Dörfji in Sapün

Safety Note

For the variant via Tritt and Latschuëlfurgga, surefootedness and a head for heights are required, as you have to climb an iron ladder. Also, the route should not be taken if there is still snow or thunderstorms are approaching.

Equipment

Good footwear, rain jacket, possibly hiking poles, enough to drink, snack to eat.

Directions

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

Directions

Public Transport

The Rhaetian Railway runs hourly from Chur to Arosa (also in the opposite direction). From Arosa station, a footpath or the local bus leads to the Untersee beach.

Travel Information

From Chur via the winding Arosa road to the end of the valley at Arosa.

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

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

Parking

At the village entrance there is a large signpost with the various parking options. We recommend the Ochsenbühl parking garage. More information at Arosa Parking.

At Untersee there are a limited number of parking spaces (day parking).

Waypoints

Sports Facility 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.

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Cable car Arosa Lenzerheide

Weisshorn cable car

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

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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.

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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.

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Cable car 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.

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Amusement Park Arosa Lenzerheide

Skill Center

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

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Animal park Arosa Lenzerheide

Arosa Bear Sanctuary

The Arosa Bear Sanctuary is an experience for young and old. The inhabitants of the Arosa Bear Sanctuary are at the centre of attention an highlight of every Arosa visit.

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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.

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Holiday Apartment Arosa Lenzerheide

Paradies 035

The Arosa Tourism Office works hard to maintain a little paradise in the Grisons Alps for locals as well as guests. Here you gain an insight into the operation of the organisation.

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Sports Facility Arosa Lenzerheide

Rope Park

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

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Sports Shop 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.

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Skating Rink Arosa Lenzerheide

Ice rink Arosa

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

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Outdoor Pool 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.

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Igloo Village Arosa Lenzerheide

Restaurant Strandbad

In the cosy new Badi restaurant, which has been tastefully furnished with a lot of love, you can enjoy delicious meat specialities by the fireplace. The panoramic windows allow an unobstructed view of Arosa at night. Have a look.
Reservation required.
Specialties: Meat/grill specialties. Hot stone.

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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.

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Mountain Hut Arosa Lenzerheide

Naturfreundehaus Medergen

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

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City 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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