The Graubünden Route leads along breathtaking stretches through glorious Alpine landscapes, from Chur over the Albulapass to Engadine and on a second branch of the route, along the Hinterrhein over the Bernhardinpass down to Bellinzona.

Experience the inspiring Graubunden Alpine landscape with all senses. Flee the easy-going charm of the Rhaetian capital, take the Polenweg (Polish Path) and enjoy sensational views of the Hinterrhein. The blooming garden of Graubunden: the Domleschg, protected by fortresses and the Piz Beverin. The rugged Schijnschlucht (gorge); follow the steep curves of the Rhaetian Railway, the stony and winding Albulapass. Now the Engadine: wide and open with clear views of snow-capped summits. As quiet as the beat of an eagle’s wing, nature in the Engiadina bassa.

The route of the other branch: Via Mala, 300m-deep, the most awe-inspiring gorge in Rhaetia, friendly sun-drenched wooden houses in Splügen, a climb to the Alpine moorland of the Bernhardinpass. Past glacier-polished rocks and mountain farms, a heady descent to Valle Mesolcina, a 2000 m drop without pedalling! The mild south beckons, the asphalt bakes. The end in sight: Bellinzonas’ towers, defiant defenders of a former trade route.

Stages Places   Arrival / return travel  Rail, bus, boat recommendations 

Length Chur–Martina: 152 km
of which unsurfaced: 55 km
4 stages

Chur–Bellinzona: 128 km
of which unsurfaced: 25 km
3 stages

 Height difference Chur–Martina: 2'900 m
Martina–Chur: 2'500 m

Chur–Bellinzona: 2'000 m
Bellinzona–Chur: 2'300 m

 Requirements Grade: difficult
Conditions: difficult

Helpful hintsBeware: rough or muddy trails may be met in higher regions; sections may also be impassable in winter

 SignalizationFor cycling, follow the logo indicated on the red signposts.