Medium
130 km
42:30 h
5100 mhd
5400 mhd
Berninapass
Landwasserviadukt

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Hospizio Bernina
The hiking trail along the UNESCO World Heritage section of the Rhaetian Railway runs as near as possible to the Albula and Bernina railway line, regularly affording enchanting open views of an over 100-year-old total artwork in stunning Alpine scenery.
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Fitness 4/6
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Start
Thusis
Destination
Tirano (I)
Coordinates
46.698193350017, 9.4403442534968

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Discover our 5 highlights on the Via Albula/Bernina



  • The impressive Landwasser Viaduct of the Rhaetian Railway in Alvaneu.

  • The emerald-green Palpuognasee located in the Parc Ela, the largest regional nature park in Switzerland

  • The Morteratsch Glacier, nestled between the peaks of the Bernina group and lush green coniferous forests

  • The Ospizio Bernina on the Bernina Pass, at 2,253 m above sea level, forms the highest point on the Bernina line and lies directly on Lago Bianco

  • Brusio Spiral Viaduct: A special structure is the 142.8-meter-long spiral viaduct with its 70-meter track radius


The Albula/Bernina railway line is a masterpiece of engineering solutions and harmony between nature and human intervention from the pioneering era of railways. The first part of the hiking trail follows the Albula line from Thusis north of the Alps through the Albula Valley via Fuorcla Crap Alv into Val Bever, passing the unique high plateau of the Upper Engadine to St. Moritz. The southern four stages continue over the Bernina Pass into Val Poschiavo and finally to Tirano in the Italian Veltlin region.



To experience on foot one of the most diverse natural and cultural landscapes between high alpine, alpine, and subtropical zones, always accompanied by the Albula and Bernina Railway, is one of the most beautiful experiences for a hiker. In harmony with nature, the UNESCO sites embedded in the wild alpine landscape, such as bridges, viaducts, (spiral) tunnels, and stations, can be excellently explored on this hike. Three linguistic and cultural regions, numerous scenic gems, and places with unique character complete the hiking experience.

A long-distance hiking trail for everyone, as the route repeatedly touches the trackbed of the Rhaetian Railway and offers the security to get on and off at any time and tailor daily stages according to your own fitness and interests.


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Hidden Gem

Book package! Hike comfortably from accommodation to accommodation and benefit from the luggage transport included in the price. The routes can also be simplified with public transport.

Directions

Directions

Public Transport

This route can be simplified using public transport.


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