Graubünden Wandertag 2026

Once a year, Wanderwege Graubünden invites hikers of every level to discover a different corner of the canton together, free of charge. For its 21st edition, on Sunday 27 September 2026, the Graubünden Wandertag comes to the Schanfigg, the valley that stretches from Chur up to Arosa, right on Altein's doorstep.

The event

The Wandertag is a single day of free, guided hiking through one chosen region of Graubünden, and in 2026 that region is the Schanfigg. Several routes set off through the valley's Walser villages, from gentle valley walks to more demanding ridge hikes, so there is a fit for first-time walkers and seasoned hikers alike. Each route is led by an experienced mountain guide from Wanderwege Graubünden, who sets the pace and shares the history and nature of the valley along the way.

Routes typically pass through villages such as Peist, Langwies, Medergen and the Fondei valley, taking in the mix of open pasture, larch woodland and far-reaching mountain views that gives the Schanfigg its character in early autumn. Most routes finish at the Kulturhuus in Langwies, where walkers gather for a relaxed Zvieri together at the end of the day. Participation is free and open to everyone, and the relaxed, sociable atmosphere is as much part of the day as the walking itself.

Practical information

When: Sunday 27 September 2026, a single day, with start times varying by route.
Where: the Schanfigg valley between Chur and Arosa, with most routes finishing at the Kulturhuus in Langwies.
Format: several guided hikes at different levels, each led by a Wanderwege Graubünden mountain guide.
Entry: free. Detailed route descriptions, timings and the official flyer are published by Wanderwege Graubünden at the end of July 2026, and sign-up is handled through the organiser's website, as places on each route are limited.
Getting there: the Schanfigg is reached by the Chur to Arosa railway and postbus, which stop in the valley's villages close to the route start points.

Plan your stay

Altein, a Faern Collection Resort, sits at the head of the Schanfigg in Arosa, a natural base for the night before or after the Wandertag. Arrive the day before, settle in and start the morning refreshed before heading down the valley to join a route. As our guest you receive the free Arosa Card, which covers the local bus and the railway down the Schanfigg as far as Lüen-Castiel. Afterwards, ease tired legs in the spa and refuel in the restaurants and bars without needing to travel. Come and explore the trails of the Schanfigg with us in Arosa.