You’ll leave Splügen (1458 m above sea level) on cycle route no. 505 "Rheinwaldroute" down the valley. At first, the road heads a few meters in the direction of Splügen Pass.

In the first bend, you’ll turn left and reach a short but steep climb through the Fugscht forest (1589 m above sea level). A rapid descent brings you to the Sufnersee, whose water shines turquoise. On the Northern shore of the lake, you’ll take the little-traveled road in the direction of Roflaschlucht (gorge). Even from the road, you’re guaranteed great views of the wild canyon. Through Bärenburg (1040 m above sea level), you’ll take a side road to Pignia. From here, a nature trail leads to Zillis (945 m above sea level). An insider's tip is Capun's, a local specialty - prepared by the Swiss Capuns champion at the hotel Post. Strengthened from the food the route leads you over Reischen (1024 meters) through the Viamala gorge to Thusis (680 m above sea level). Cycle route no. 6 takes you along the Posterior Rhine through the Domleschg. In Reichenau, where the Anterior Rhine merges the Rhine Anterior, change onto the Rheinrad route no. 2 and a comfortable ride back to Chur (593 m above sea level).

Stages

Overall route: Chur  – Chur

Stage 1: Chur – Thusis

Stage 2: Thusis – Glaspass – Thusis

Stage 3: Thusis – Andeer

Stage 4 Andeer – Lai da Vons – Splügen

Stage 5. Splügen – Splügen

Stage 6. Splügen – Chur

The scenic Rhine Valley near Chur, as well as Graubünden's north, known as Bündner Herrschaft, are regions that are predestined for wonderful walks and beautiful hiking tours. The wine villages and hiking trails are aligned like pearls along the Rhine River. Hike on a breezy autumn day when the "Föhn" blows across the Alps, when the wine harvest is drawing close and when one of the wine villages is preparing for a colorful fall festival - these are truly unforgettable experiences!

There are 3 circular tours through the vineyards along the way, Trimmis/Zizers (appr. 4 km), Malans/Jenins (appr. 10 km), Maienfeld/Fläsch (appr. 10 km). Together with the main trail from Chur to Fläsch (30 km), there are more than 40 km of signposted hiking tours available. A special map of the wine hiking trail is available at the tourist information at the railway station in Chur, as well as along the the way in the wine villages.

Due to its sunny location in the valley, the wine hiking trails are a good option almost all year round.

Chur - Maladers

Start your journey at the Bahnhofplatz in Chur and walk along the charming Bahnhofstrasse to Alexanderplatz. There you turn left into Quaderstrasse. Follow this road to the Coop Quader, where you can stock up on provisions for the hike. Behind the Coop, the Haldenweg leads up to the picturesque Haldenhüttli, where you can enjoy a breathtaking view of the old town of Chur

From the Haldenhüttli, it's a short distance down the Aroserstrasse to the church of St. Luzi. Follow the pilgrim's path past the Konvikt to Maladers.

Maladers - Mittenberg (1114m)

Shortly before the village of Maladers you reach the district of Tumma. After a sharp bend to the left, the path leads uphill for about 500 m to the junction to the Schanfigger Höhenweg. On this popular high-altitude trail you hike to the Mittenberg. Enjoy more breathtaking views of Chur on the way and on the popular Chur excursion mountain.

Mittenberg - Chur

From Mittenberg, the path leads through the Tüchelwald down almost to the Fürstenwald. Before you dive into the Fürstenwald, turn left onto the pilgrim's path. This leads first across a meadow to the Lürlibad and then down into the Berggasse. A few metres after the Berggasse bus stop, turn into the forest  and follow the pilgrim's path to the Haldenhüttli. From there, continue down Arosastrasse, across the courtyard to St. Martinsplatz. In Chur's old town, you can linger in cosy cafés and restaurants and indulge in culinary delights. Through the Poststrasse and Bahnhofstrasse you will return to the starting point at Bahnhofplatz.