10 top hikes in the Heidiland vacation region

Incomparable panoramic mountain hike. High above the tree line, a well-maintained mountain trail runs through the constantly changing alpine landscape. Five crystal-clear mountain lakes and views of the Sardona UNESCO World Heritage Site characterize this route. The hike can also be booked as a 5-lake picnic tour.

Breathtaking mountain hike with views of the high alpine scenery of the Grisons, Glarus and Central Switzerland Alps. The safe ridge hike begins at the Maschgenkamm mountain station at 2019 m above sea level and leads over 7 peaks.

The three Murg lakes are nestled in a wild and romantic mountain basin. Streams, lakes, waterfalls, moorland meadows and the protected Swiss stone pine forest reserve on the lower Murgsee make this tour an unforgettable nature experience.

The tour leads into the original Weisstannental valley, along the Gufelbach stream to Batöni, to the impressive waterfall arena with its three imposing waterfalls.

This power place hike takes you to special natural places in the midst of the fascinating mountain world around the Malanser Älpli. Most of the altitude difference is covered with the yellow Älpli cable car (reservation required).

The scattered settlement of St. Margrethenberg lies lonely and deserted on a plateau above Pfäfers. This hike takes you through forests and across flower-filled meadows towards the summit of Pizalun. From the viewing platform you can enjoy a magnificent panoramic view and thanks to the panorama boards you can name the many mountains all around.

An eventful circular tour through a legendary landscape. Natural wonders, history and culture come alive along this rewarding route, which focuses on the mystical Tamina Gorge with its thermal spring and the old Pfäfers baths.

Due to the mild climate, it is also known as the "Riviera Walensee". This can be felt and seen in Quinten in particular. Kiwis and figs grow there and grapes also ripen. The path along Lake Walen is partly carved into the rock and runs along sections just above the water level or through tunnels.

The Bündner Herrschaft Wine Trail (Maienfeld / Fläsch) is a section of the signposted wine trail that starts in the Grisons capital of Chur. From Maienfeld railroad station, this easy circular hike first leads through the historic town center of Maienfeld. It continues through the vineyards via Heidibrunnen to the winegrowing village of Fläsch, which was awarded the Wacker Prize in 2010. The final section takes you back to Maienfeld along the Rhine.

The Pizol Panorama High Trail is a 3-kilometre walk between the Pizolhütte and Laufböden. The trail is themed around the UNESCO World Heritage Tectonic Arena Sardona. The high plateau at 2222 meters is like a naturally formed grandstand in front of the Tectonic Arena and offers a breathtaking panoramic view. The circular hike can also be booked as a culinary tour.