Untervaz has a public transport connection with Chur every half hour and can be easily reached by car. The hike starts in the middle of the village (stop Untervaz Dorf) and leads via Vordergasse to the turn-off to the various Alps. We follow the signpost to the left in the direction of Fallboden and Hinteralp. At the Fallboden, turn left again through the forest to the Bärenhag. On the way we pass two short tunnels carved into the rock.

The alpine road from Bärenhag to the former Walser settlement of Batänja is a bit steep, but easy to walk. On Batänja (belonging to the municipality of Haldenstein) it is worth taking a break and taking in the view of the opposite mountains of the Rhine Valley. Unfortunately, there is no place to stop for refreshments.

The path now winds its way through the small settlement and on through forest and across meadows to the highest point of the hike on the Gürgütschboden. Now it goes downhill on the alpine path. Again and again there are wonderful views of the valley and the rock formations of the Rätikon. The last section from Fallboden back to the village is identical to the ascent route. Right next to the village square you will find the Linde restaurant, where you can wait comfortably for the next post bus.

Combine a leisurely e-bike tour, from Bad Ragaz through the "Graubünden Rhine Valley" region to the historic old town of Chur, with culinary stops in three different restaurants for starters, main courses and desserts.

After the tour, relax in the thermal water of the Tamina Therme and benefit from the relaxation bonus: pay 2 hours, relax for 4 hours.

This stage takes us from Tschiertschen on the left bank of the Plessur via Praden and Passugg to Martinsplatz in Chur's old town. The Cathedral of Santa Maria in Chur is part of the bishopric there. Built on the foundations of a Roman fort, this is the oldest bishop's seat north of the Alps.
Our way leads us past Passugg with the former  Kurhaus there. The 5 healing springs bubbling up here with different chemical compositions were first mentioned in 1562. The spa was closed in 1979. Today, the building is used by the Swiss School of Tourism and Hospitality, the international Graubünden hotel management and tourism school, but also for local school operations.
Chur is the seat of the diocese of the same name and probably dates back to the 4th century, a bishop of the Diocese of Chur was first mentioned in a document in 451.

This stage takes us from Chur towards the Graubünden Oberland, also called Surselva by the locals. From Chur, we initially hike along the southern edge of the wide Rhine valley and cross a few side valleys here. From Kalkofen, the path leads us to Domat/Ems, mostly across fields at the bottom of the valley. At Domat/Ems we first cross the tracks of the Rhaetian Railway at the station, then walk between the two hills "Tuma Tschelli" and "Tuma Casti" and then circle the second to the north. This brings us to the Rhine power plant, where we cross the weir to reach the island of Barnaus, which we leave a little upstream towards the north bank.
Here we reach the «Senda Sursilvana», the hiking trail through the Surselva, which will be part of our route again and again for the next few days. If the way to Trin-Digg is too long for you, you can already look for a suitable place to stay in Domat/Ems or Tamins.

After leaving Maienfeld, we walk through the vineyards of Jenins and Malans. After the village of Malans, we leave the "Graubünden dominion", as this wine-growing region is called.
Afterwards we cross the Landquart, which has left the Prättigau shortly before through a very narrow rock cut. In the upper part of this valley are the well-known ski resorts of Klosters and Davos.
We stay on the eastern side of the Rhine in the relatively wide valley to Trimmis, passing through other, smaller vine-growing areas. The Rhine Valley is now gradually changing direction to the west.
Leaving Trimmis, we then go up again to the valley flank, which brings us shade in the forest and also gives us the opportunity to look at the Rhine Valley from the heights. In doing so, we also bypass the extensive outskirts of Chur, which lie at the bottom of the valley. This takes us through a lot of nature directly to the cathedral of Chur, the capital of the canton of  Graubünden. 

The stages in this documentation are suggestions that each pilgrim can adapt to his wishes. however, the technical data always concern the assumption that these stages are completed in one day.

Maienfeld - Eichholz - Erlenböden - Buochwald - Malans - River Landquart - Marschlins Castle - Igis - Zizers - Molinära - Trimmis - Bach Maschänser Rüfi - Fürstenwald - Waldhaus - Eulengut - Chur Cathedral

You’ll leave Splügen (1458 m above sea level) on cycle route no. 505 "Rheinwaldroute" down the valley. At first, the road heads a few meters in the direction of Splügen Pass.

In the first bend, you’ll turn left and reach a short but steep climb through the Fugscht forest (1589 m above sea level). A rapid descent brings you to the Sufnersee, whose water shines turquoise. On the Northern shore of the lake, you’ll take the little-traveled road in the direction of Roflaschlucht (gorge). Even from the road, you’re guaranteed great views of the wild canyon. Through Bärenburg (1040 m above sea level), you’ll take a side road to Pignia. From here, a nature trail leads to Zillis (945 m above sea level). An insider's tip is Capun's, a local specialty - prepared by the Swiss Capuns champion at the hotel Post. Strengthened from the food the route leads you over Reischen (1024 meters) through the Viamala gorge to Thusis (680 m above sea level). Cycle route no. 6 takes you along the Posterior Rhine through the Domleschg. In Reichenau, where the Anterior Rhine merges the Rhine Anterior, change onto the Rheinrad route no. 2 and a comfortable ride back to Chur (593 m above sea level).

Stages

Overall route: Chur  – Chur

Stage 1: Chur – Thusis

Stage 2: Thusis – Glaspass – Thusis

Stage 3: Thusis – Andeer

Stage 4 Andeer – Lai da Vons – Splügen

Stage 5. Splügen – Splügen

Stage 6. Splügen – Chur

The scenic Rhine Valley near Chur, as well as Graubünden's north, known as Bündner Herrschaft, are regions that are predestined for wonderful walks and beautiful hiking tours. The wine villages and hiking trails are aligned like pearls along the Rhine River. Hike on a breezy autumn day when the "Föhn" blows across the Alps, when the wine harvest is drawing close and when one of the wine villages is preparing for a colorful fall festival - these are truly unforgettable experiences!

There are 3 circular tours through the vineyards along the way, Trimmis/Zizers (appr. 4 km), Malans/Jenins (appr. 10 km), Maienfeld/Fläsch (appr. 10 km). Together with the main trail from Chur to Fläsch (30 km), there are more than 40 km of signposted hiking tours available. A special map of the wine hiking trail is available at the tourist information at the railway station in Chur, as well as along the the way in the wine villages.

Due to its sunny location in the valley, the wine hiking trails are a good option almost all year round.

From Chur, this tour begins with a leisurely roll-in to Domat/Ems. Directly in front of the golf course, the ascent then follows on the alpine road to the beautifully situated Graubünden mountain village of Feldis, which is known for its exceptionally rich alpine flora. By the way, there is also a gondola lift from Rhäzüns to Feldis - so if you want to save some battery and energy, you can alternatively ride to Rhäzüns and then take the gondola lift with your bike to Feldis. Through the picturesque village and past the chairlift, the beautiful climb over the Feldis Alps towards Alp dil Plaun follows shortly afterwards. Up to the settlement of Culm Ault you can continue without any problems, there is a good point to park the e-bike and continue on foot. At Windegga you can see the top station of the ski lift from Pradaschier. After Tgom'Aulta the path becomes steeper towards Fulbergegg (2'448m). From there it is not far to the summit, still up the ridge and you are already standing on top of the Fulhorn (2'528m), where a magnificent all-round panorama opens up.

The descent follows the same route. For technically experienced mountain bikers who still have reserves, there are also various trail options back to Chur.