Bernina Express Train to the Engadin

The journey from Chur via the Bernina Express is widely considered one of the most spectacular train routes in the world, designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site for its incredible engineering and breathtaking scenery. It runs between Chur, the Engadin and Tirano in Italy. The route features 55 tunnels and 196 bridges, including the world-famous Landwasser Viaduct, where the train plunges directly into a tunnel from a 65-meter-high curved stone bridge. In just a few hours, you ascend to 2,253 meters to the Ospizio Bernina, the highest point on the Rhaetian Railway, before descending nearly 1,800 vertical meters into the Mediterranean atmosphere of Tirano, Italy.

Arosa

A scenic train journey from Chur, Arosa provides a diverse array of wildlife encounters and high-adrenaline activities such as mountain biking. It offers a unique sanctuary for bears rescued from poor conditions, allowing visitors to observe them in a massive, natural alpine environment from a 6.5-meter-high viewing platform. The train ride to Arosa itself is a highlight, as the distinctive red train of the Arosa Line climbs 1,000 meters in just one hour, crossing the massive Langwieser Viaduct along the way.

Lenzerheide

Lenzerheide transitions from a historic valley floor into a high-alpine landscape defined by sparkling lakes, dense pine forests, and world-class sporting infrastructure. Known as the Bike Kingdom, this legendary mountain biking territory offers over 500 kilometers of marked trails and 900 kilometers of GPS routes. Whether you are seeking the adrenaline of a downhill track or a scenic cross-country tour, the lift connection to Arosa ensures you have an entire adventure at your feet. The trip from Chur often begins in the village of Parpan, where you can witness the craftsmanship of authentic Alpine cheese before heading to Churwalden. Here,Pradaschier mountain is home to Switzerland’s longest toboggan run, stretching across 31 curves with a 480-meter vertical drop, a fun destination for families. At the heart of the high valley lies Heidsee, a stunning alpine lake that serves as the region's center for summer recreation, offering professional lessons and rentals for windsurfing, wing foiling, and stand-up paddling. The lake's southern shore completes the experience with a sandy beach lido, an integrated climbing rock, and a pirate-themed adventure world designed specifically for children.

Flims-Laax

Chur is the ideal starting point for exploring the Flims-Laax region, a landscape shaped thousands of years ago by one of the world's largest prehistoric rockslides. A day trip from the city typically centers on the "Swiss Grand Canyon" and the crystal-clear alpine lakes in the area.The **Rhine River Canyon **reveals one of the most dramatic geological formations in the Alps, where the Young Rhine has carved a deep gorge through white limestone cliffs. Visitors can reach the platform via a leisure walk from Flims, passing by Lake Cauma. This smalll mountain lake is known for its crystal-clear turquoise waters and its picturesque mini island. Despite its altitude, underground springs keep the water temperature surprisingly pleasant during the summer, often reaching 20-24°C.

Wine Region Bündner Herrschaft

Located just a short train or bike ride north of Chur, the Bündner Herrschaft is celebrated as the "Home of Heidi." This sun-drenched region is Switzerland's premier Pinot Noir grape enclave, where the Rhine Valley's unique "Föhn" wind creates a mild climate perfect for viticulture and scenic outdoor exploration.