Stage 6: Rhine hike Ilanz - Reichenau

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20.8 km

4:05 h

171 mhd

267 mhd

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In 6 stages along the Vorderrhein from the source of the Rhine, through the Rhine Gorge to Reichenau, where the Vorderrhein and Hinterrhein meet.

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Highest Point 736 m

Lowest Point 590 m

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Start

Ilanz

Destination

Reichenau

Coordinates

46.775185, 9.207243

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Description

From Ilanz, the route follows the Vorderrhein through an area of national importance into the heart of the gorge to Versam station. The Rhine Gorge is characterized by sandstone walls up to 300 meters high. The "Swiss Grand Canyon" offers unforgettable fauna and flora. Since there is no continuous hiking trail between Versam-Safien station and Trin station, this section must be covered by the Rhaetian Railway. From Trin station, the walk continues on foot. Along the riverbank, the path leads to Reichenau, where the Vorderrhein and Hinterrhein flow together.

Note

Between Versam-Safien station and Trin station, no hiking trail is available due to nature conservation reasons. This section must either be covered by the Rhaetian Railway or walked on foot in about 2.5 hours via Pintrun and Trin Digg.

See also

Surselva Tourism AG

Info Ilanz Bahnhofstrasse 25

7130 Ilanz/Glion

Tel.: 0041 81 920 11 05

E-mail: ilanz@surselva.info

Internet: www.surselva.info

Hidden Gem

A detour to the Alix viewing platform in Valendas as well as a visit to the Islabord viewing platform in Versam is worthwhile.

Safety Note

Attention: The section between Versam-Safien station and Trin station is not passable due to terrain. Also, for nature conservation reasons, there is no hiking trail available. This section must either be covered by the Rhaetian Railway or walked on foot in about 2.5 hours via Pintrun and Trin Digg.

In uncertain weather conditions, the route should not be started. Weather changes in the mountains are frequent. If a rain front or similar appears during the hike, you should turn back in time.

Equipment

Good hiking shoes with a good tread, weather-appropriate clothing (rain jacket/sunscreen), change of clothes, first aid kit, drink, provisions, possibly hiking poles.

Directions

Ilanz - Castrisch - Valendas-Sagogn station - Versa-Safien station - Trin station - Reichenau-Tamins

Directions

Public Transport

Ilanz is accessible by the Rhaetian Railway both from Chur and via Disentis.

Travel Information

Ilanz is accessible by Route 19 from both Chur and Disentis/Mustér.

Parking

There is a large paid parking lot directly at the station. Alternatively, you can park for free at the station in Castrisch.

Waypoints

Bridge Surselva

Brücke, Schluein-Castrisch

Between Castrisch and Schluein there has been a pedestrian bridge over the Rhine since the beginning of 2017.

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Canyon Surselva

Rhine gorge

The Ruinaulta in Graubünden is one of the most magnificent and diverse landscapes in the Alps. The natural monument with a raging river, white cliffs and vast forests is also known as the Grand Canyon of Switzerland.

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