Five Golden Autumn Hikes in the Engadin
Via Engiadina stage 1: Maloja - Silvaplana
The ultimate autumn hike! Hikers follow the Via Engiadina down the valley and enjoy the wide view of the lake landscape. The colorful larches are reflected picturesquely in Lake Sils and Lake Silvaplana. Against this backdrop, the four-hour hike flies by. The detour to Grevasalvas, where the Heidi film was shot in 1978, is particularly worthwhile.
Intermediate
87 Via Engiadina: Stage 1 Maloja-Silvaplana
From Maloja via Grevasalvas to Silvaplana - always with the vastness of the Upper Engadine lake landscape in view.
12.74 km
4:5 h
492 hm
484 hm
Celerina-Marguns-Corviglia-Lej Marsch-Lej da Staz-Celerina
This challenging, around four-hour gravel bike tour is made for those who love climbs and want to head high into the mountains, venture deep into nature, and discover the Engadin from new perspectives. The route over Marguns and Corviglia offers impressive views of the Engadin lake landscape, before Lej Marsch and Lej da Staz invite you to cool off or enjoy a relaxing break.
(Kopie 6)
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Surlej-Hahnensee-Muottas da Schlarigna-Pontresina
The path leads in steep zigzags from Surlej up to Lej dals chöds, as the Hahnensee is called in Romansh. It is worth taking a break along the way and letting your gaze wander over the Engadin mountain panorama around the Piz Julier and the lakes in the valley. From the Hahnensee the path leads along the tree line up to Muottas da Schlarigna. The descent to Pontresina takes you through the fragrant Swiss stone pine forest.
Intermediate
Surlej-Hahnensee-Muottas da Schlarigna-Pontresina
The route offers stunning views and leads past the Hahnensee, one of the most idyllic spots in the Engadin.
12.95 km
4:30 h
707 hm
742 hm
Val Trupchun circular hike in the Swiss National Park
The Val Trupchun is a paradise for wildlife lovers. A visit is particularly worthwhile during the deer rut in autumn, when the impressive roaring of the deer echoes through the valley. If you are lucky, you will come across chamois, ibexes and marmots in the Val Trupchun. From the Prasüras car park in S-chanf, the hiking trail leads through the golden forest and along the high trail into the valley and back along the valley trail. The perfect hike for anyone who wants to immerse themselves in the wilderness of the national park.
Intermediate
Circular hike Val Trupchun in the Swiss National Park
The Val Trupchun is known as the most wildlife-rich valley of the National Park. During the red deer rutting season at the end of September, many deer can be seen in Val Trupchun, and their roaring can be heard from far away. But at other times of the year, deer, chamois, ibex, and marmots can also be encountered in the valley.
13.85 km
4:15 h
441 hm
441 hm
La Punt - Val Chamuera – La Punt
Val Chamuera is one of the last unspoilt side valleys of the Upper Engadin. This mountain bike tour takes riders through a wild landscape of deep gorges, dramatic mountain scenery, and glowing larch forests. At the historic Säumerhaus Serlas, visitors can experience the unique atmosphere of this secluded spot before continuing towards Alp Prüna or along the Ova Chamuera. In autumn, the valley reveals its most spectacular display of colours.
(Kopie 10)
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Alp Languard – Paradis Hütte – Pontresina
This tour is a highlight for all fans of the Engadin’s wildlife. Those who stay alert along the way can observe marmots and, with a little luck, even spot ibexes. A pair of binoculars is a faithful companion for this experience. A stop at Paradis Hut, as well as the many options around Alp Languard, make this tour a diverse excursion.
(Kopie 12)
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Lägh da Cavloc - Maloja - Lägh da Cavloc
Nestled in a larch forest not far from Maloja, Lägh da Cavloc lies like a tranquil mirror reflecting the Engadin mountain world. Especially in autumn, the landscape around the lake transforms into an impressive display of colours, with warm hues set against a backdrop of majestic peaks and crisp mountain air. A hike that allows you to find peace and fully enjoy nature.
(Kopie 14)
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Trailrun Morteratsch
The route climbs and descends along varied trails, following bubbling mountain streams ever deeper into the majestic Val Morteratsch. The vastness of the landscape, the mighty peaks, and the proximity to the glacier tongue make every kilometre rewarding. At the end of the valley lies a place of tranquillity, where alpine nature can be experienced in its purest form.
(Kopie 16)
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Zuoz – Val Susauna – Zuoz
Those looking to discover the Engadin off the beaten track will find a true hidden gem in Val Susauna. This gravel bike tour leads through a pristine landscape along historic trade routes once used by muleteers. For around three hours, tranquillity, vast open spaces, and the golden larches of autumn accompany the ride into the secluded mountain world of Alp Funtauna.