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Nature, towns, art and culture

Excursions & sights

Welcome to the Heidiland vacation region - a region full of contrasts! Spectacular nature, fascinating culture and unforgettable experiences await you here. Whether it's hiking in the mountains, relaxing in the thermal baths or following in Heidi's footsteps - we'll show you the highlights you shouldn't miss.

St. Martin, Tamina Valley, Lake Gigerwald, Calfeisen Valley, Instameet, Gigerwald

Nature

Visit one of the highest waterfalls in Europe or immerse yourself in the UNESCO World Heritage Site in the Tectonic Arena Sardona. Travel back in time in the Walser settlement of St. Martin or hike to the power place of the Arena Batöni waterfall. In the Heidiland vacation region, you can discover natural highlights for your next excursion at every turn.

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Sargans
UNESCO World Heritage Tectonic Arena Sardona
The Tectonic Arena Sardona, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, offers a unique opportunity to observe the formation of the mountains. The region around Piz Sardona impressively demonstrates tectonic processes and is of great educational and scientific importance.
Bad Ragaz
Tamina Gorge
The Tamina Gorge near Bad Ragaz offers a 450-metre-long, safe path to the spring water grotto. Here, 8000 liters of thermal water bubble up every minute from Europe's most productive acratothermal spring with a constant temperature of 36.5 °C.
Betlis
Seerenbach Falls & Rinquelle
The Seerenbach Falls near Betlis on Lake Walen are an impressive cascade of three waterfalls with a total height of 585 meters. The Rin spring also comes to light in the gorge and offers a fascinating natural spectacle.
Vättis
Walser settlement of St. Martin
The Walser settlement of Sankt Martin in the Calfeisen Valley offers a historic atmosphere with small wooden houses and a restaurant. The journey via the Gigerwald reservoir is an experience. Piz Sardona marks the end of the valley.
White firs
Batöni waterfall arena
The Batöni waterfall arena in Weisstannen offers an impressive backdrop with the 81-metre-high Piltschinabach Falls, the 86-metre-high Sässbach Falls and the 45-metre-high Muttenbach Falls. A unique place of natural power.
Wangs
Wild lake
The Wildsee, part of the 5-lake hike, lies in a high alpine landscape and impresses with its milky blue color. The hike offers views of the Pizol Glacier and the Grauen Hörner.

Art & Culture

From the oldest preserved baroque baths in Switzerland to the sublime Sargans Castle. From the Heidi village in Maienfeld to the peace memorial high above Lake Walen. The cultural spectrum in the Heidiland vacation region is vast.

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Pfäfers
Old bath Pfäfers
The Alte Bad Pfäfers, the oldest preserved baroque baths in Switzerland, is located at the entrance to the Tamina Gorge. It offers historic rooms, museums and a restaurant and is famous for its 36.5 °C thermal water.
Maienfeld
Heidi village Maienfeld
The Heidi village in Maienfeld is the original location of the world-famous Heidi story. Visitors can explore the original Heidi house, Heidi's alpine hut and the village school from 1880. The village store sells souvenirs and has the smallest post office in Switzerland.
Walenstadtberg
Paxmal
The Paxmal in Walenstadtberg is a peace memorial by Karl Bickel that invites visitors to contemplate and meditate. It is freely accessible from spring to fall and offers an impressive view of the Churfirsten and Lake Walen.
Sargans
Sargans Castle, Sarganserland Museum
Sargans Castle is home to the Sarganserland Museum and offers impressive views, a historic restaurant and a cellar. It is an important testimony to Sargans' history and a popular excursion destination.

Localities

From the venerable spa town of Bad Ragaz to the car-free wine village on Lake Walen. From the small town in the vineyards to urban and hidden highlights. You are sure to find your "place to be" in the Heidiland vacation region.

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Bad Ragaz
Bad Ragaz is a modern spa resort at the gateway to Graubünden. The Grand Resort Bad Ragaz with the Tamina Therme, restaurants, golf courses and a casino forms the center. Regular events and cultural activities complete the offer.
Quinten
Quinten
Quinten lies on a promontory on Lake Walen, surrounded by the Churfirsten mountains. The car-free village can only be reached on foot or by boat and offers a mild climate in which even figs and kiwis thrive.
Maienfeld
Maienfeld, known for the world-famous Heidi story, offers the Heidi village as an original setting. The town is also known for the Maienfeld Beerli wine and horse racing, supported by the favorable climate and careful wine production.
Sargans
Sargans offers cultural highlights in the form of Sargans Castle and the Sarganserland Museum. The Gonzenberg mine offers an exciting tour through a show mine. Discover the history and culture of this region.

Offers

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E-bike GPS treasure hunt
Experience an adventurous e-bike GPS treasure hunt around Bad Ragaz and the picturesque Bündner Herrschaft region. Enjoy the beautiful scenery and discover an exciting puzzle as you explore the region on your e-bike.
CHF
79.00
E-bike & thermal spa: wellness with the wind in your hair
E-bike tour in the morning, wellness in the afternoon: combine a tour around Bad Ragaz with a relaxing visit to the Tamina Therme.
CHF
89.00
E-scooter picnic tour Bündner Herrschaft
Discover the Bündner Herrschaft region on an e-scooter and explore the warmest wine region in German-speaking Switzerland on two wheels. You can enjoy a snack in your picnic bag at selected spots.
CHF
55.00
E-scooter picnic tour Walensee
Take a tour in the fresh air and explore the Eastern Swiss Riviera in a relaxed manner on an e-scooter. Enjoy the snack in your picnic bag at selected spots with a view of Lake Walen.
CHF
55.00
Edelweiss "Plättli" tour (e-bike)
On the e-bike tour from Bad Ragaz up to the Pizol adventure mountain, you will not only be rewarded with an impressive view, but also with culinary delights.
CHF
79.00
Discover Heidi's home (public guided tour)
The guided tour (in German) through the Heidi village shows you what life was like for the world-famous novel character "Heidi". Travel back to 1880 and experience an impressive day at the original location of the Heidi story.
CHF
30.00
Discovery set Walensee play experience
The discovery set contains everything you need for unforgettable days at the Walensee adventure playground. Conquer Lake Walen with the tools included in the set.
CHF
25.00
Pleasure hike lake
The boat takes you to the picturesque villages on Lake Walen, where a starter, main course and dessert await you.
CHF
116.00
Small wine tour - half day
On a guided wine tour in the Bündner Herrschaft, you will receive entertaining information about the region. Immerse yourself in the world of wine and then enjoy a wine tasting at a winery.
CHF
490.00
Culinary BikerTour Flumserberg
This makes pedaling twice as much fun: not only a unique view awaits you on the Flumserberg. During the tour, you can enjoy a starter, main course and dessert in three charming restaurants against a picturesque backdrop.
CHF
130.00