Saturday, July 11
Old Zerfreila Trail, T2
7.4 km | ↑700 m | ↓100 m | approx. 3 hours
From the village, a shaded trail with a gentle ascent. We follow the old mule track to the Zerfreila dam, stop for a refreshment at the restaurant, and return to the village by bus.
Meeting point: 1:30 p.m., Post bus stop
Return: 4:44 p.m. or 5:44 p.m.
Please note: The post bus from Zerfreila to Vals is not included and requires a separate ticket.
Sunday, July 12
Three Lakes Hike, T3
13 km | ↑960 m | ↓780 m | approx. 5½ hours
One of the most beautiful hikes in the canton of Grisons! We take the hiking bus to Alp Peil, then ascend steeply to Selvasee with its magnificent panoramic views, continuing to Ampervreilsee and Guraletschsee. Swimming may be possible! The descent continues to Zerfreilasee, followed by the bus back to Vals.
Departure: 8:30 a.m., Post bus stop
Return to Vals: 4:44 p.m.
Please note: The post bus from Zerfreila to Vals is not included and requires a separate ticket.
Monday, July 13
Over the Tomül Pass to the Safien Valley, T3
11 km | ↑560 m | ↓730 m | approx. 4 hours
We take the hiking bus to Riefawald. The route begins gently across the natural Riedboden to Alp Tomül, then becomes steeper as we ascend to the Tomül Pass and descend into the neighboring Safien Valley to Turrahus. Exceptional views are guaranteed!
Departure: 9:30 a.m., Post bus stop
Return to Vals: 6:11 p.m.
Please note: The post bus from the Safien Valley to Vals is not included and requires a separate ticket.
Tuesday, July 14
Lunschania–Mont–Ronggtobel, T2
8 km | ↑↓630 m | approx. 3 hours
We take the bus to Lunschania, a short distance toward Ilanz. From there, the trail winds up through steep forest to Mont, a small settlement on a sunny terrace. We then cross a small valley and ascend to the second terrace at Traversasch, before descending directly back to Lunschania.
Departure: 9:44 a.m., Post bus stop
Return to Vals: 2:16 p.m.
Please note: The post bus from Lunschania to Vals is not included and requires a separate ticket.
Wednesday, July 15
Hike to Peilalp, T2
10 km | ↑↓610 m | approx. 3½ hours
We walk along the historic Valserweg to Alp Peil, the famous goat alpine pasture, where over 200 animals are grazed. A guided tour of the cheese dairy is available on request. Lunch can be a picnic or at the kiosk. Return on the opposite side of the valley, mostly through the forest, back to Vals.
Meeting point: 9:00 a.m., Post bus stop
Return: approx. 2:30 p.m. (without guided tour)
Thursday, July 16
Faltschonhorn 3,022 m, T3
12.5 km | ↑1,000 m | ↓1,280 m | approx. 5½ hours
We take the hiking bus to Leisalp and then walk up to Fuorcla da Patnaul, continuing south over partly slippery paths to the summit of Faltschonhorn. Surefootedness is required. Return via Leisalp to Gadastatt, then down to Vals by cable car.
Departure: 8:30 a.m., Post bus stop
Return: approx. 4:00 p.m.
Friday, July 17
Hängelahütte, T2
7 km | ↑710 m | ↓150 m | approx. 3 hours
We’ll enjoy a relaxed walk through the forest toward Leisalp, but turn left beforehand to visit the Hängelahütte. Afterwards, we continue along the beautiful trail to Gadastatt and take the cable car back down to the valley.
Meeting point: 9:30 a.m., Post bus stop
Return: approx. 3:00 p.m.
Additional activities:
5:00 p.m.: Public aperitif at the village square, Visit Vals
7:00 p.m.: Choir concert in the church
Saturday, July 18
Panorama Trail Gadastatt–Zerfreila, T2
5.5 km | ↑220 m | ↓200 m | approx. 2 hours
The famous panorama trail as the highlight of the week, featuring a wealth of vibrant flowers and an exciting moorland educational path. We take the cable car up to Gadastatt and the bus from Zerfreila back to Vals.
Meeting point: 9:30 a.m., valley station of the cable car
Return: approx. 1:30 p.m.
Please note: The post bus from Zerfreila to Vals is not included and requires a separate ticket.
Hiking Grade & Insurance
T1: Trails are well built and secured; the risk of falling is largely excluded.
T2: Terrain may be partly steep; some surefootedness and good hiking shoes are recommended.
T3: Challenging mountain hiking; exposed sections with a risk of falling are possible. Surefootedness and good hiking shoes are essential.
Insurance: Participants are responsible for their own insurance coverage.
