The Dreibündenstein is a summit that is both a plateau and a place steeped in history. But the ascent to it must be earned. Not only the view is worthwhile, but also the long downhill run that leads to Domleschg. 

A long ascent to reach the ridge is not necessary on this tour. The two chairlifts Tgantieni and Scalottas go from Lenzerheide directly to Piz Scalottas. The time saved is needed for the full tour.

The hike leads from Piz Scalottas to Piz Danis and via Stätzerhorn and Fulhorn to Dreibündenstein. At Fulbergegg it descends towards Hühnerköpfe, Alp Malix and finally Brambrüesch, where the hike ends. From there you can take the cable car down to Chur.

The trail is exposed in places and requires surefootedness, but rewards you with a breathtaking panorama of Piz after Piz.

Combine a leisurely e-bike tour, from Bad Ragaz through the "Graubünden Rhine Valley" region to the historic old town of Chur, with culinary stops in three different restaurants for starters, main courses and desserts.

After the tour, relax in the thermal water of the Tamina Therme and benefit from the relaxation bonus: pay 2 hours, relax for 4 hours.

Untervaz has a public transport connection with Chur every half hour and can be easily reached by car. The hike starts in the middle of the village (stop Untervaz Dorf) and leads via Vordergasse to the turn-off to the various Alps. We follow the signpost to the left in the direction of Fallboden and Hinteralp. At the Fallboden, turn left again through the forest to the Bärenhag. On the way we pass two short tunnels carved into the rock.

The alpine road from Bärenhag to the former Walser settlement of Batänja is a bit steep, but easy to walk. On Batänja (belonging to the municipality of Haldenstein) it is worth taking a break and taking in the view of the opposite mountains of the Rhine Valley. Unfortunately, there is no place to stop for refreshments.

The path now winds its way through the small settlement and on through forest and across meadows to the highest point of the hike on the Gürgütschboden. Now it goes downhill on the alpine path. Again and again there are wonderful views of the valley and the rock formations of the Rätikon. The last section from Fallboden back to the village is identical to the ascent route. Right next to the village square you will find the Linde restaurant, where you can wait comfortably for the next post bus.

The hike through the vineyards and forests of the Five Villages into the Bündner Herrschaft begins at the northern end of the village at the "Gargällis" bus stop. Cross the access road to the village in a northerly direction and follow the sign for Molinära. After the Molinera, the path climbs slightly along the edge of the forest.

After another ascent to Dunkel Töbeli and over the Chessirüfi, you are already in the municipality of Landquart. At Birchholz there is a beautiful view of the village of Igis and the Rhine valley. It is worth stopping over the former moated castle of Marschlin. In slight ups and downs, the route continues to the Ganda, where it crosses under the Prättigauerstrasse.

After the passage at the tennis court, cross the river Landquart and walk along the right bank. After about 1 kilometre, leave the dam and head over the hay divider towards Malans station.

The Bündner Herrschaft, Graubunden's fertile garden and winery lies on a mound of slate detritus. Also the home of Heidi, Peter and Alpöhi (Heidi's grandfather).

Note(s)
Beware: in good weather, a strong wind blows up the Rhine Valley in the afternoon however down valley if the Föhn wind is blowing.

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