Samedan Summer Bucket List
1. Mineral Bath & Spa
A bathing jewel in the Engadine - bathing between heaven and earth, church and mountains. Let the unique, mystical atmosphere take you to another world. Located in the middle of the historic village center and attached to the listed church, Switzerland's first vertical mineral bath impresses with its unique architecture by Miller & Maranta. The vertical arrangement of the various baths on three floors means that the bathing experience really "grows" beyond itself - until you can finally admire the Alpine panorama from the outdoor pool high up directly under the church tower. You bathe in mineral water from the spa's own spring, which is taken directly under the building at a depth of 35 m.
T 081 851 19 19, info@mineralbad-samedan.ch
2. Disc Golf
The idyllically located 12 basket course from the Muntarütsch shooting range is set up along the lines of the Vita course. You don't have to be a professional to play disc golf - a love of exercise in nature and an interest in trying something new is enough!
- Disc rental: from the Samedan Tourist Information, T 081 851 00 60 (note the opening times)
- prices: CHF 3/disc (deposit CHF 50 required)
- disc reservation recommended
3. Crime Fun
With your smartphone, you always have your own personal travel guide with you: On the new digital SmarTrails in and around Samedan, you can experience and discover our region up close—and learn a lot along the way!
Equipment: Internet-enabled smartphone with GPS tracking function, pen and paper, headphones. A power bank is recommended.
Interactive Crime Fun – Without a Trace (D/R) Where is Professor Braun? The renowned scientist lived a secluded life in Samedan, researching a revolutionary invention that was apparently on the verge of a breakthrough. But for several days now, the professor has disappeared without a trace! Did Braun go into hiding voluntarily, was he kidnapped, or even murdered? And does his disappearance have something to do with his work? It's up to you to find out. As a detective with the Graubünden Cantonal Police, you'll be investigating this mysterious missing person case. Given the mysterious circumstances, it cannot be ruled out that a crime is involved. There are 11 stations to be found along the 2.8-kilometer walking path around Samedan, starting from the Samedan Tourist Information Center.
Participation is free, but registration is required at www.krimi-spass.ch/samedan. All you need to search for clues is an internet-enabled smartphone, although a fully charged battery or a power pack is advantageous. It's also recommended to bring paper and writing utensils. Duration approximately 2 hours, stroller-friendly, 11 puzzle stations. The tour starts at the Samedan Tourist Information, T +49 81 851 00 60.
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Interactive KrimiSpass in Samedan - Without a Trace (SmarTrail)
In the digital outdoor adventure «KrimiSpass», enthusiastic hobby detectives can slip into the role of a commissioner and solve a criminal case. The SmarTrail starts right in the middle of Samedan.
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5. SmarTrails
With your smartphone, you always have your personal travel guide with you: on the new digital SmarTrails in and around Samedan, you can experience and discover our region up close – and learn all kinds of things in the process! Equipment: internet-enabled smartphone with GPS location function, pen and paper, headphones. Additional power box recommended.
Water adventure trail
The rerouting of the Flaz river created the Inn-Flaz-Flaz Vegl-Inn circular route, which is known as the waterway and, in addition to the information boards, surprises with digital information at every bench and bridge. 8.8 km long, duration approx. 2.5 hours, suitable for pushchairs. The smartphone must have an internet connection. The smartphone's GPS tracking function must be activated. A full battery or, if necessary, a power bank are advantageous. Scan the QR code in the display case at the station and start your tour from there. Further information at Samedan Tourist Information, T 081 851 00 60, samedan@engadin.ch
Digital village tour
‘For those who want to feel quite at home in the Engadine, we advise them to set up their headquarters at the Krone in Samedan.’ This is how the German writer and poet Joseph Viktor von Scheffel described Samedan in 1850. The Gasthaus Krone no longer exists, but there are a number of other hotels, numerous holiday apartments and plenty to experience. Our interactive village tour will tell you how Samedan has developed into a centre and transport hub over the course of history, as well as a lot of current information. Allow an effective walking time of about 40 minutes for the 2.2-kilometre-long tour and the 49-metre difference in altitude, and about the same again to visit the 29 stops on the village tour. We wish you lots of fun and a thirst for knowledge. Scan the QR code in the display case at the station and start your virtual tour.
Crime fun
Just a few days to go until the grand finale! All of Switzerland is eagerly awaiting the announcement of the new ‘Miss Sympathy’. The anticipation is huge, the excitement is mounting – but then the last preparations are overshadowed by a mysterious incident: Tamara Koch – one of the candidates – disappears without a trace! Did she go into hiding to escape the hype? Or has something happened to her? Was she the victim of a crime? Take on the role of detective and find the girl! But time is of the essence, because the big show is about to start and the words ‘And the winner is...’ will soon be heard from the TV sets. 11 posts must be found on the 2.8-kilometre walk starting from the Samedan Tourist Information Office. Participation is free of charge, but registration is required at www.krimi-spass.ch/samedan. All you need for the treasure hunt is an internet-enabled smartphone, although a full battery or power pack is an advantage. It is also recommended to have paper and a writing implement with you. Duration approx. 2 hours, suitable for strollers, 11 puzzle stations. Start of the tour at the Samedan Tourist Information, T 081 851 00 60.
6th weekly market
Stroll, look, taste, buy, chat, and enjoy. This is always possible in Samedan, but it's especially authentic at our weekly market. Regional products are on offer here, young and old meet, and locals and visitors immerse themselves in the lively village atmosphere.
The weekly market takes place every Tuesday from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. from June to September on the Chesa Planta square. www.wochenmarkt-samedan.ch
7. Kutschenfahrt ins Val Roseg
Why not take a trip in a horse-drawn carriage to the picturesque Val Roseg? The car-free road meanders gently upwards, crosses the Ova da Roseg twice and finally ends at 2,000 m above sea level at the Hotel Restaurant Roseg Gletscher. What many people don't know is that the enclave of Roseg belongs to the municipality of Samedan and is probably the most visited valley in Samedan. In addition to the extraordinary nature, the most famous dessert buffet can be enjoyed here on the restaurant's sunny terrace.
8. Golfen
Welcome to the oldest golf course in Switzerland! On this 18-hole championship course (par 72), you will definitely not just do a "quick round". Here, the day will fly by in the golfing frenzy, because the spacious practice areas, modern training technology such as the RoboGolfPro or Trackman, and the offers of the "Engadin Golf Center" academy make the golfer's heart rejoice.
T 081 851 04 66, samedan@engadin-golf.ch
9. Excursion with the steam locomotive
It hisses, steams and chugs: With the power of fire and water, the RhB steam locomotive pulls the red nostalgic carriages through the railway region of Graubünden. What began in 1889 with the opening of the train line from Landquart to Klosters is now a 384-kilometer-long railway network in the middle of the Swiss high mountains. Immerse yourself in the historical world of the steam age and experience a piece of railway history up close in the Graubünden mountains - of course in true style with sound and smoke.
www.club1889.ch
10. Hop, hop, hurray!
A day full of action and fun at the bouncy castle fun park should not be missing from any family to-do list. Having fun, playing, and indulging in pure pleasure is as much a part of a family vacation as the mountains are to the Engadine. The fun park is open daily – even in rainy weather, as in less-than-ideal weather, it is set up in the multi-purpose hall next door. And don't forget your swimsuit: The large water slide and paddle pool offer a refreshing change of pace for bouncy aerialists.
The bouncy castles will be on display at the Promulins Arena (Tel: 081 851 07 47) from mid-July to mid-August. Opening hours are daily from 10.00 am to 4.00 pm.
