Via Engiadina Winter. Stage 3, Ardez – Scuol

Medium

12 km

3:20 h

263 mhd

403 mhd

Via Engiadina Winter. Etappe 3, Ardez – Scuol (oua_32972900_image)

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Third stage of the multi-day winter hike Via Engiadina. From Ardez on old paths past historic buildings and ruins to Ftan and onwards to Scuol.

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Highest Point 1644 m

Lowest Point 1280 m

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Start

Ardez train station

Destination

Scuol-Tarasp train station

Coordinates

46.773645, 10.200995

Details

Stage

Description

From the Ardez train station, the route heads north to the main road and follows it eastward to the edge of the village. Here the path turns left and goes across the field, passing the schoolhouse on the right and through two curves to the junction towards Chanoua. Already here, looking back offers an impressive view of the castle ruins above the roofs of Ardez into the Val Sampuoir and towards Sur En on the opposite valley side. From here the path steadily climbs to the ruins of the Chanoua sustainer/drover station, where a short break with an uphill view is worthwhile. A few meters further, looking east one can see the proud Tarasp castle and the hamlets of the village on the right side of the Inn. The path then follows for about 2 km along the road and turns right into the forest at the viewing spot in front of Hotel Paradies, passing the hotel and the old mill to the Nügla hill on the southwestern edge of Ftan. After passing Ftan with its typical village squares and proud Engadin houses, the path steadily descends gently to Scuol, the stage's endpoint.

Hidden Gem

If time permits, a short detour to the castle hill of the Steinsberg ruins in Ardez is recommended. Or in Ftan, visit the toboggan run of the Ftan-Prui chairlift.

This winter long-distance hike is available as a package including luggage transport from hotel to hotel. More information can be found here: www.engadin.com/de/winterangebot/via-engiadina-winter

Safety Note

The path is maintained after every snowfall. Please pay attention to the condition reports in the winter sports bulletin. The route was rated under favorable weather conditions; current snow and weather conditions must be checked before starting.

Note: The path passes through wildlife protection zones, please do not leave the forest trails.
Note: The path partly runs on cross-country ski tracks – please walk at the edge of the tracks.

Emergency numbers:
144 Emergency, first aid
1414 Mountain rescue REGA
112 International emergency number

Equipment

High and sturdy hiking boots or winter boots, warm clothing, sunscreen, hiking poles, sled for the descent if needed.

Directions

From Ardez train station, cross the village to the main road
Follow this eastward
Turn left at the edge of the village
Pass the schoolhouse and through two curves to the junction
Follow the hiking trail towards Chanoua
Climb up to Chanoua
Follow the road for about 2 km
Before the Hotel Paradies, turn into the forest
Follow the path via the old mill and over the hill to Ftan
Walk through Ftan
Gently downhill to Scuol

Directions

Public Transport

By Rhaetian Railway (from Chur, Landquart/Prättigau, Upper Engadin or from Scuol-Tarasp) hourly to Ardez

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 to Ardez

From the east: via Landeck / Austria towards St. Moritz on H27 to Ardez

From the south: via Reschen pass (Nauders-Martina) or Ofen pass (Val Müstair-Zernez) on H27 to Ardez

Ardez lies directly on the Engadinerstrasse H27 (15 minutes drive from Vereina south portal)

Parking

Parking at Ardez train station (Ardez South) or at Hotel Schorta's Alvetern (Ardez West)

Waypoints

Bus Station Engadin Samnaun Val Müstair

Scuol-Tarasp, staziun

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E-car charging station Engadin Samnaun Val Müstair

Electric car charging station

Electric car charging station in the Lower Engadine.

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Attraction Engadin Samnaun Val Müstair

Vi spring

Thanks to the high iron content in the mineral water, the Vi spring causes deposits to turn a bright orange.

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Attraction Engadin Samnaun Val Müstair

Chalzina Sura spring

The Chalzina Sura spring is located in the Val Chalzina near a small bridge. A source is clearly visible right next to the stream.

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Fireplace Engadin Samnaun Val Müstair

Feuerstelle Ftan

Enjoy nature and barbecue on one of the numerous fireplaces in the middle of the Lower Engadine mountains.

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