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Events Via Engiadina stage 8: Guarda – Ardez [Switzerland Mobility no. 87]
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Partial stage of the long-distance hiking trail "Via Engiadina". Scenic hike high above the valley floor over the alpine pastures and mountain farms of Guarda and Ardez.
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Description
From Guarda, follow the first section of the route uphill along the Schellen-Ursli path. Towards Val Tuoi, cross the Clozza mountain stream and follow the path via Plan Champatsch to Alp Suot. On the opposite side of the valley, the path climbs again, first along a trail and then along a forest road to Alp Sura. Alp Sura is served during the summer grazing season. The route continues over alpine meadows with a slight ascent to Murtera Dadoura. You are now on one of the most scenic sections of the Via Engiadina. Murtera Dadoura marks the highest point of this stage. From there, descend over lush meadows and open pasture to the mountain farms of Munt and across the stream to Chöglas. Below the alpine road, the day's destination Ardez with its striking castle ruins is visible from afar. From Ardez station, trains run hourly in both directions of the valley.
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Safety Note
The route was rated under favorable weather conditions. Current weather conditions and forecasts must be strictly observed before starting the hike.
This hike requires basic alpine experience and orientation skills. Hiking boots are recommended.
Emergency numbers:
144 Emergency, first aid
1414 Mountain Rescue REGA
112 International emergency number
Equipment
Good footwear, rain and sun protection, drinking bottle, first aid kit.
Directions
Turn right onto Via Engiadina at the eastern end of the village of Guarda
Following the Schellen-Ursli route uphill
In Val Tuoi to Alp Suot and then to Alp Sura
Continue on Via Engiadina to Murtera Dadoura
Descent to Munt and further to Chöglas and Ardez
Directions
Public Transport
- Hourly service to Guarda station with the Rhaetian Railway (from Chur, Prättigau or Upper Engadin)
- Several daily PostAuto connections from the Guarda, staziun PostAuto stop to Guarda, cumün
Travel Information
- From the north: via Landquart – Klosters by car shuttle through the Vereina tunnel (Selfranga - Sagliains) or via Flüela pass into the Lower Engadin on H27
- From the east: via Landeck / Austria towards St. Moritz on H27
- From the south: via Reschen pass (Nauders-Martina) or Ofen pass (Val Müstair-Zernez) on H27
Guarda can be reached from the Engadin road at Giarsun in 5 minutes by car
Parking
- Paid parking spaces at the village entrance of Guarda (Guarda is car-free)
- Paid parking spaces at the Guarda train station
Responsible for this content: Tourism Engadin Scuol Samnaun Val Müstair AG.
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