Via Glion complete stage (7 stages)

Medium

70.1 km

22:15 h

3117 mhd

3118 mhd

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Discover the diversity of the Via Glion on 7 exciting stages. A complete circuit around the large municipality of Ilanz/Glion with its 13 districts.

Pure nature, from start to finish.

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Highest Point 1508 m

Lowest Point 684 m

Best Season

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Start

Ilanz train station

Destination

Ilanz train station

Coordinates

46.791114, 9.163807

Details

Description

Stage 1: Ilanz - Siat

The three beautifully located villages Ruschein, Ladir and Siat lie on the south side of the Surselva between 1200 and 1300 meters above sea level. You can expect plenty of sun on an easy hiking path.

Stage 2: Siat - Andiast

After the Siater Alp, steep descent through the forest to the St. James depiction in the church of St. Valentin in Pigniu/Panix. Suvorov's army once plundered here.

Stage 3: Andiast - Ilanz

From Andiast to Rueun leads a comfortable natural road over pastures and forests to the valley floor. Between Rueun and Ilanz it mostly goes flat over gravel roads and hiking paths past the historic Giger brothers' workshop in Schnaus. The water wheel can be freely visited.

Stage 4: Ilanz - Cumbel

From Ilanz you pass by the St. Martin church of Ilanz and continue to Luven. In Luven it is worth checking out the Panera fire pit. The Panera was the tallest spruce in Switzerland at 48 meters.

Stage 5: Cumbel - Pitasch

True to the motto over stock and stone, this stage includes short sections on paved parts until it leads you to pristine and almost untouched nature. Idyllic mountain villages like Duvin and Pitasch transport you to a long past time.

Stage 6: Pitasch - Riein

Wildness and authenticity, you will not meet many people here. From Pitasch mainly natural roads and hiking trails lead ever higher and you look out on lush green meadows.

Stage 7: Riein - Ilanz

Natural roads lead through a landscape of alpine meadows, a fountain for resting, and the impressive Signina chain rises behind you. The path runs straight to Crap da Sevgein. Afterwards it leads left increasingly steeply to Sevgein.

Hidden Gem

We recommend hiking single days or two stages consecutively. Overnight accommodations are not available at every stage location.

Safety Note

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

144 Emergency call, first aid

1414 Mountain rescue REGA

112 International emergency call

Equipment

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

Directions

Stage 1: Ilanz - Siat

Stage 2: Siat - Andiast

Stage 3: Andiast - Ilanz

Stage 4: Ilanz - Cumbel

Stage 5: Cumbel - Pitasch

Stage 6: Pitasch - Riein

Stage 7: Riein - Ilanz

Directions

Public Transport

Arrival in Ilanz is possible by train or postal bus from all directions.

Connections to the individual stage locations are sometimes sparse. Please check the timetable in advance.

Travel Information

From Chur via the main road at Flims to Ilanz or via Bonaduz and Versam to Ilanz (narrow).

Parking

At Ilanz train station (limited availability long-term)

At the marketplace in Ilanz

Waypoints

Restaurant Surselva

Ustria Steila

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Restaurant Surselva

Hotel Ucliva

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Fireplace Surselva

Chischlatsch fireplace, Sevgein

The fireplace with a wonderful view of Ilanz is located in Sevgein.

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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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Museum Surselva

Museum Regiunal Surselva, Ilanz

The first town on the Rhine shines with a cultural gem where children also get their money's worth - the Museum Regiunal Surselva. Individual opening hours and guided tours can be arranged for groups.

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Fireplace Surselva

Grotta fireplace, Ruschein

The fireplace is located above Ruschein.

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Nahaufnahme einer Feuerstelle beim grillen.

Fireplace Surselva

Family fireplace/barbecue area Plaun Asch, Andiast

The family campfire site is located at 1250 m above sea level, 3 km north of Andiast, in Val da Pigniu, in a forest clearing. It is equipped with drinking water from the well and a playground and invites you to linger and relax.

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Evangelische Kirche S. Gieri in Castrisch

Church Surselva

Evangelical Church of S. Gieri, Castrisch

The Evangelical Church of S. Gieri is located in Castrisch. In the evening, the church is closed. During the day, it is open.

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Evangelische Kirche St. Margarethen in Ilanz

Church Surselva

Evangelical Church of St. Margarethen, Ilanz

The first mention of a Marian church in Ilanz dates back to 765. From 1287 it is referred to as the Chapel of St. Mary and St. Margaret and after 1385 only as St. Margaret's Church.

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Church Surselva

Catholic parish church of St. Valentin, Pigniu

The Catholic parish church of St. Valentin is located in the mountain village of Pigniu.

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Katholische Pfarrkirche St. Georg in Ruschein

Church Surselva

Catholic parish church of St. George, Ruschein

The Catholic parish church is located in Ruschein.

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Church Surselva

Old Protestant parish church of St. Martin, Ilanz

At the top of the hill, adorned with a red onion roof, you can see the tower of Luven church. Below, hidden among the trees on Lugnezerstrasse, is the old Ilanz parish church of St. Martin. The church is not open to the public.

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Church Surselva

Church of St. Thomas, Sevgein

The church of St. Thomas is located in Sevgein. There has been a Mathis organ in the church since 2015.

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Church Surselva

Church Sontgissima Trinitad, Peiden

The church is located on the main road, in the center of the small village of Peiden. It was built in the early 18th century. After a fire in 1896, it was enlarged during restoration. Key available.

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Long hike on the Alpine passes trail from Duvin to Safien Platz via Güner Lückli (oua_90051947_image)

Church Surselva

Evangelical church, Duvin

The Protestant church is located in Duvin.

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Church Surselva

Protestant church, Pitasch

The Protestant church is located in Pitasch.

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Church Surselva

Protestant church, Riein

The Protestant church is located in Riein.

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Katholische Klosterkirche des Hl. Dominikus, Ilanz

Church Surselva

Catholic monastery church of St. Dominic, Ilanz

The Catholic monastery church of St. Dominic is located above Ilanz.

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Church Surselva

Chapel Sogn Glieci, Peiden Bad

The Sogn Glieci chapel stands on the banks of the Glenner in Peiden Bad. It is a place of power and healing. A Pietà from the 14th century is the center of attraction for art lovers. Key available.

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Chapel Surselva

Catholic wayside chapel Sogn Giusep (St. Joseph), Andiast

The Catholic wayside chapel Sogn Giusep is located about 350 m north of the parish church on the footpath to Pigniu.

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Ruin Surselva

Friberg ruins, Siat

The remains of the former Friberg Castle, which belonged to the noblemen of the same name, stand on a mighty rocky outcrop above the village of Siat.

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Tourist Attraction Surselva

Das Obertor, Ilanz

The upper gate in the old town of Ilanz in Romansh also Porta Sura, is richly decorated and painted. The ground floor, the actual entrance to the city, dates back to 1513.

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Cultural Centre Surselva

Historic Workshops Giger Brothers

Discover what a resourceful mind like Alfred Giger was able to set in motion with water power.

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Fireplace Surselva

Lag da Pigniu fireplace (dam wall), Andiast

The fireplace at Lag da Pigniu is located right next to the dam wall and offers a wonderful view of the entire Lag da Pigniu.

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Tourist Information Center Surselva

Surselva Tourism, Ilanz

The guest information desk is located at the RhB counter directly in the station building. The staff will be happy to answer any questions you may have about Ilanz and the surrounding area. Various documents about the region are available to take away.

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Bakery Surselva

Bäckerei Caduff, Ilanz

Bakery with various specialties.

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Grocery Store Surselva

Migros Markt, Ilanz

Your Migros in the region.

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Fireplace Surselva

La Panera fireplace, Luven

The space around the Panera is now a kind of recreational area with a barbecue, football pitch and playground. La Panera - the largest spruce tree in Switzerland.

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Chapel Surselva

Chapel of St. Valentin, Ruschein

The field chapel is located to the east of Ruschein. This chapel is not freely accessible.

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Chapel Surselva

Chapel of the Sorrowful Mother of God, Pigniu

The Chapel of Our Lady of Sorrows is located between Rueun and Pigniu. This chapel is not freely accessible.

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Aufnahme der Kapelle Sogn Antoni in Andiast

Chapel Surselva

Catholic chapel of Sogn Antoni of Padua, Andiast

The Sogn Antoni Catholic chapel is privately owned by the Sgier family and is located in the center of the village on the lower Dorfstrasse next to the former school and parish hall. According to the inscription, the baroque chapel was built in 1668 by Gion Sgier and is now owned by the Sgier family foundation.

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Chapel Surselva

Catholic wayside chapel Sontga Clau (St. Nicholas), Andiast

The Sontga Clau Catholic wayside chapel is located in the western part of the village of Andiast.

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Sports Facility Surselva

Klettergarten, Siat

Siat offers climbing opportunities for beginners and advanced climbers in the equipped climbing garden on the castle rock above the village. Versatile climbing routes and a small, spectacular via ferrata await newcomers and experts.

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Church Surselva

Church of Sogn Glieci, Siat

The Sogn Glieci church in Siat was built in the 12th century. The wall paintings that are still visible date from the middle of the 17th century.

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Restaurant Surselva

Restaurant Obertor

Cozy ambience in the middle of the old town of Ilanz.

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Pizzeria Surselva

Restaurant/Steakhouse Lukmanier

With a large selection of Italian dishes, steaks from the hot stone and regional specialties.

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Restaurant Surselva

Städtlibeiz Ilanz

The friendly, small old town restaurant with unique historical charm in the city of Ilanz.

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Restaurant Surselva

Ustria Stiva Biala

The "Stiva Biala" is closed until further notice.

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Restaurant Surselva

Hotel und Restaurant Eden

Urban yet rural, trendy yet traditional, not one, but four destinations: The Hotel Eden is the ideal starting point for your break in the mountains.

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Restaurant Surselva

Ustria Mundaun

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Restaurant Surselva

Restaurant Alpina, Pigniu

Cozy and uncomplicated atmosphere in the middle of the beautiful natural landscape of the Surselva.

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Restaurant Surselva

Casa Casutt

Take a look and enjoy - simply particularly good.

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Restaurant Surselva

La Terrassa

The former farmhouse with a stylish ambience and a child-friendly infrastructure - far away from noise and hustle and bustle.

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Restaurant Surselva

Sapori e delizie

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Die alten Häuserzeilen im "Städtli" von Ilanz

Tourist Attraction Surselva

Ilanzer Altstadt, Ilanz

Between old city walls and picturesque towers, an enchanting old town full of history and charm opens up in Ilanz. The "Städtli" - as it is called by the locals - invites you to stroll, while cozy cafés and restaurants tempt you to linger. Here, in the first city on the Rhine, culture, tradition and modern life merge - embedded in the breathtaking mountains of the Surselva. A visit that touches the heart and senses in equal measure.

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Lake Surselva

Lag da Pigniu / Panixersee

The lake is located two kilometers from the village of Pigniu. It is about 1.5 kilometers long and about 250 meters wide. It is fed by a few nameless mountain streams. An easy-to-walk hiking or walking path leads around the lake. It takes about an hour to circumnavigate it. On the west side, several large waterfalls plunge into the valley in the rear part.

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Playground Surselva

Family playground Plaun Asch, Andiast

The playground at Plaun Asch in Andiast is located at 1250 m above sea level, 3 km north of Andiast, in Val da Pigniu, in a forest clearing.It is equipped with drinking water from the well and invites you to linger and relax.

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Fireplace Surselva

Tuf fireplace, Siat

The campfire site is near the climbing route in Siat and is a good opportunity to take a break during a hike.

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Fireplace Surselva

Caglia fireplace, Rueun

The fireplace can be reached on foot from the Rueun Chiglina bus stop.

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Camping Ground Surselva

Wohnmobil-/Zeltstellplatz in Tuf, Siat

The camper/tent site is located above the village of Siat shortly after the gravel site.

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Hotel Surselva

Eden Hotel und Restaurant

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Coffee Shop Surselva

Café La Sala

Cozy café with a nice ambience in Rueun.

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Playground Surselva

Paradiesgärtli playground, Ilanz

The Paradiesgärtli playground was newly renovated in June 2022 and offers everything you need for a fun and exciting family outing.

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Farm Shop Surselva

Hofladen Biohof Cadalbert

Fine farm shop with alpine cheese, eggs, veal, lamb, game meat, sausages, dairy products, bee honey, ice cream and firewood.

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Farm Shop Surselva

Hofladen Puzaniz

The farm shop as a self-service cabinet in Riein.

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Playground Surselva

Tuf playground, Siat

The playground on the edge of the settlement in Siat with pirate ship and play tower.

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Fireplace Surselva

Aclamanet fireplace, Pitasch

In the middle of the forest in Pitasch you will find a fireplace that invites you to linger.

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Fireplace Surselva

Larisch fireplace, Ladir

Fireplace hidden in the forest with far-reaching views of the mountains.

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Restaurant Surselva

Ustria Cauma

Simple, cozy, traditional for young and old.

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Restaurant Surselva

Restaurant Schwimmbad Ilanz/Glion

The restaurant at the swimming pool Ilanz/Glion.

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