Via Capricorn

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Medium

53 km

19:15 h

3400 mhd

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Split into three day-long stages, the Via Capricorn leads across ibex country on the slopes of the Schamserberg and right through the middle of Beverin Nature Park. You can discover the area’s rich alpine flora, unique geology and the original Walser culture, all on foot.

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Start

Wergenstein

Destination

Wergenstein

Coordinates

46.626679040474, 9.4080454557422

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Description

The viaCapricorn leads in three daily stages through pristine alpine landscapes right through the territory of the ibex colony at Piz Beverin with about 350 animals. The viaCapricorn is a mountain hike. For experienced hikers, each stage requires about 5-7 hours of walking time.

For wildlife observation, binoculars or a telescope are recommended in addition to mountain equipment. The hike passes through the Schams and Safien alpine world with its rich alpine fauna and flora and unique geology. On the Glaspass and in Safiental, there are rich Walser cultural landscapes to discover. On Alperschälli or in the area around Piz Beverin, it only takes a bit of luck to observe the impressive wild ibex in the wild.

Tip
From Wergenstein, use the hiking bus and save some altitude:

Bus Alpin Beverin timetable

Safety Note

Please note that viaCapricorn is a mountain hike. Sure-footedness is required. This route is not suitable for small children.

Equipment

Sturdy mountain boots with grippy soles, weatherproof and warm clothing, rain protection, food and sufficient water, sun and head protection, a small first aid kit, maps, possibly telescopic poles, binoculars or a telescope.

Directions

Wergenstein - Glaspass - Turrahus - Wergenstein

The hiking trail is continuously signed with number 693 as a regional route of Wanderland Switzerland and marked white-red-white.

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Public Transport

Wergenstein, Glaspass, Safiental are accessible by PostAuto. Timetable information at www.sbb.ch.

Waypoints

Tourist Information Center Viamala

Center da Capricorns

The Center da Capricorns in Casti-Wergenstein on the Schamserberg is home to several organisations and services. The project was initiated by the Fundaziun Capricorn, which runs the local hotel and restaurant and promotes sustainable tourism. An exhibition provides information about the nature park and the ibex.

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Restaurant Viamala

Hotel Restaurant Capricorns

The Capricorns hotel was sensitively renovated during the summer months in 2011. This led to the historical building being upgraded. The ambience of the rooms with their original furnishings from the nineteen-thirties could be kept.

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Museum Viamala

Capricorn exhibition

The capricorn exhibition in the Center da Capricorns in Wergenstein imparts exciting and interesting information about the king of the Alps. The ibex was reintroduced 60 years ago in the region of the nature park and there are now about 300 animals.

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Lake Viamala

Lake Lai da Scotga

High up on the Schamserberg, just behind the Carnusapass, lies the Lai la scotga (Romansh for Scots Lake) on the "Via Capricorn" mountain hiking trail in the direction of Carnusa/Glaspass.

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Coffee Shop Viamala

Beverin mountain inn

Our mountain inn lies in the Beverin Nature Park above Thusis, in the holiday corner of Switzerland. Valleys to the north and south of the Alps. Rivers that flow in all directions.

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Restaurant Surselva

Gasthaus Rathaus

The Gasthaus Rathaus has a cosy dining room, the Gothic council room and a sunny garden terrace with a children's playground. Enjoy delicacies from the regional cuisine as well as fine homemade cakes.

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Restaurant Surselva

Bergrestaurant Turrahus

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Viewpoint Surselva

Alperschälli wildlife observation points

Two observation points have been installed in the Alperschälli area, high above Wergenstein and the Safiental valley.

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Lake Viamala

Lake Alperschälli

The standard equipment on the Via Capricorn includes good shoes, a water bottle and a warm jacket for higher altitudes, but above all: binoculars. At the latest after the steep ascent from Alp Biggenmad up to Alperschälli, the binoculars should be ready to hand. This is where the ibex can be observed particularly often.

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Lake Viamala

Lake Lai Grand and moorland

The idyllic Lai Grand (Romansh for large lake) is located in the Anarosa area behind the Nurdagn Alp (agritourism offer with catering and overnight accommodation) at 2386 m. ü. M. on the "Via Capricorn" mountain hiking trail in the direction of Farcletta digl Lai Grand.

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Lake Viamala

Lake Lai Pintg

The dreamy Lai Pintg (Romansh for small lake) is located in the Anarosa area behind the Nurdagn Alp (agritourism offering catering and accommodation) at 2312 m. ü. M. on the mountain hiking trail in the direction of Farcletta digl Lai Pintg and the SAC Cufercal hut.

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Restaurant Viamala

Alpine restaurant Alp Nurdagn

Humble place to eat and sleep on the newly refurbished Alp Nurdagn high above the treeline, with spectacular views over the mountains. Ideal for mountaineers, nature lovers and family with kids. Simple food from local products.

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