Walserweg Safiental: Stage 1

From Versam-Safien station via the Tenner Chrüz to Tenna

The second stage begins at Versam-Safien station and leads steadily uphill – first through fragrant pine forests, then through the picturesque village of Versam with its typical Walser houses.

Past the Brüner Alp, the view opens wide over the Surselva and the Grisons Rhine Valley. The path continues to rise to the Tenner Chrüz at 2,020 m above sea level – a true highlight of the route. From here you enjoy a breathtaking panorama: from the UNESCO World Heritage Tektonikarena Sardona over the cantonal capital Chur to the distant peaks of the Engadin. For the first time, the Safien Valley with the distinctive Piz Beverin also lies before you.

The descent leads over the Tenner Alp down to the mountain village of Tenna, where the stage ends.

Our tips for this stage:

Islabord viewing platform near Versam: Spectacular view into the unique Rhine Gorge with its rock walls up to 300 m high.

Tenna church: The beautifully restored frescoes from the late Middle Ages tell the Passion cycle and are of national importance. It is also worth taking a look at the beautifully decorated wooden ceiling.

The Maiensäss Beizli Imschlacht: an ideal place for a lunch break.

The Rhine Gorge/Ruinaulta bus can be used to shorten the route.

Versam-Safien station - Versam - Imschlacht - Brüner Alp - Tenner Chrüz - Tenner Alp - Tenna