The Cathedral Treasure Museum comprises of two groups of objects: The actual cathedral treasure and the cycle of murals of the death pictures from 1543, both of which are exhibited on two floors and are of unique value to visitors of all ages and specialists.

The location of the museum, the baroque Episcopal Palace in Chur, is a grown cultural monument of national importance and also one of the most important secular buildings in Graubünden.

In the professional dog salon in the heart of Chur's old town  , Lea Gertschen - dipl. Dog hairdresser and animal keeper EFZ - about the care of your four-legged friend. 

Haldenstein is the ideal starting point for biking or hiking tours up to 2,800-meter-high Calanda mountain. The mountain range between the Rhine and Tamina valleys is a fascinating landscape offering spectacular views down to the urban valley floor around Chur and onto the Alps. Not far from the village there is the climbing garden Haldenstein, considered the first of its kind in Switzerland. It was comprehensively renovated in 2012 and 2013. But those who are not out for an athletic challenge will feel just as at home in Haldenstein. The banks of the Rhine are the perfect scene for leisurely walks or cycling trips, horse rides and picnics.

Despite the short distance to the cantonal capital Chur, Haldenstein has retained its rural character to this day. However, things to get busy every other year in May, when the Garden Festival at Haldenstein Castle opens its doors to the delight of garden and plant lovers from near and far. It also offers numerous other attractions. Alternating with the Garden Festival, every other year Haldenstein Castle becomes the stage for impressive outdoor opera productions by the Chamber Philharmonic Orchestra Graubünden.

History

The area around Haldenstein has been settled during the medieval and Roman periods and as far back as prehistoric times. In the mid-12th century, the church of Haldenstein is first mentioned in a document. It was replaced by a new church in 1732. It's the only church in the bishopric of Chur that is dedicated to St. Gereon. The Reformation did not arrive in Haldenstein until the first half of the 17th century, nearly a century later than in neighbouring Chur.

Its location between Calanda mountain and the Rhine means that the village has faced many perils: In 1868, it was devastated by a flooding of the Rhine, and in 1971 there was a mudflow at Calanda. The village was hit by fire in 1825 and threatened again by a devastating forest blaze in 1943. 

The impressive castle was built in the early 16th century. From 1544 to 1548 the structure was expanded and magnificently decorated. Part of it was panelling which today is at Köpenick Castle in Berlin. The castle was extended by a floor in 1731. One year later it was damaged by fire and immediately rebuilt. From 1763, the north wing of the castle was home to the Phiantrhopinum, a well-known educational institution. Today, Haldenstein Castle hosts the Garden Festival and many other cultural events.

Haldenstein was originally a Romansh-speaking community, but Germanisation set in around the 14the century, even before it had reached Chur. Haldenstein gets its name from the castle above the village. Haldenstein Castle was build in the mid-12th century and was the seat of the house Haldenstein. The castle was inhabited until the end of the 17th century, before it was destroyed by earthquakes in 1769 and 1787. Another fortress, Lichtenstein Castle, was built in the 12th century and was located on a mountain ridge some distance north of the village. It was probably abandoned in the 15th century, after it had come into possession of the Lords of Haldenstein when the house of Lichtenstein died out at the end of the 13th century.

Batänja

Halfway up mount Calanda, at about 1,400 metres above sea level, lies the abandoned settlement Batänja, formerly called Sewils. It was gifted to the brothers Hans, Dietrich and Jos Batänier, a family of Walser origin, by the nobleman Peter von Griffensee. It was inhabited until 1869 and even had its own school. Today, the landowners coordinate a great voluntary effort to ensure the upkeep of the buildings in Batänja.

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 The Oberalp playground was the first nature playground to be opened in the city of Chur. The playground does not include traditional playground equipment. Instead, the aim of the ground is to encourage children to playfully discover the terrain. The emerging natural ground with a diverse topography invites its visitors to help shape it.

Mountain sports shop with the best choice in Graubünden, with professional advice and outlet.

The Number One DIY store in the Chur region. Here you can find everything from A–Z.

 Location: City West shopping centre car park

Number of parking spaces: Parking 1: 380 PP / Parking 2: 84 PP / Parking 3: 95 PP 

Disabled parking spaces: Parking 1: 4 PP / Parking 2:  1 PP / Parking 3: 1 PP

Entrance height: Parking 1: 2.30m / Parking 2: 2.35m

Administration: Domenig Immobilien AG, Belmontstrasse 1, 7006 Chur, Tel. 081 286 73 10

The Haldenhüttli is a small wooden pavilion on Schanfiggerstrasse, which leads from Chur to Arosa. The pavilion was built in 1879 by the Chur city association as part of the idea of turning Chur into a climatic health resort. It is also an observation point and retreat for lovers and offers a romantic view of the city to the southwest. The board with the panoramic map on the site helps visitors identify the surrounding peaks.

Are you planning a group trip or would you like to travel for a few days? Then you've come to the right place at the W. Roth Chur travel agency: The travel specialist offers car tours throughout Europe and has one of the most modern car fleets in the region. From day trips to holiday trips, the team is happy to organize trips for you - individually tailored to your requirements and needs. In addition to short and long-distance trips, the car travel agency also offers club trips, company events,  wedding trips and event trips.  

The strengths of the W. Roth Chur travel agency at a glance: 

• Individually arranged coach tours, on request with personal advice on itinerary or individual program modules
• Clean, well-maintained and modern coaches from 13 – 51 seats
• Courteous, friendly staff
• Personal contact
• Reliable and serious execution of the journeys entrusted to us