The Obertorer Mühlbach stream was relocated over a length of about 550 m. The course of the stream begins at the end of the intersection Rossboden- / Pulvermühlestrasse and ends at the bus stop at Oberen Au. Water is flowing through the ecologically designed, renaturalised riverbed since mid-April 2019. The amount of water has been reduced and the stream can therefore also be entered. Best place to enter it is at the Kneipp water-treading basin near the boccia facility.

The renaturalised riverbed thus enables habitats for animals and a local recreation area for walkers and cyclists. The boccia and skate park are located right next to the inviting banks of the Mühlbach stream. Curved pedestrian bridges allow safe crossing of the stream and large concrete steps along the shore at the skate park invite you to linger.

In the area of the field sports stadium construction site, the Mühlbach runs temporary underground over a length of 30 metres until 2025.

• Location: Car park outside the city centre. Regular, direct bus connections to the city centre (bus route no. 2)
• Access: Via motorway exit Chur Süd (end of Rossbodenstrasse)
• Costs: According to signalling, first our free, daily flat rate CHF 10.
• Maximum parking time Sector B-F: Maximum 24 hours
• Maximum parking time for long-term car parks Sector A: Maximum 168 hours (7 days in a row)
• Longer stays are authorised by means of weekly and monthlytickets. Available from the city police, tel. +41 81 254 53 00

The skate park "Betongarta" at Obere Au Chur is surrounded by trees and green areas and fits seamlessly into the riverbank of the adjoining and meanwhile renaturalised Mühlbach stream. Sportsmen and sportswomen refresh themselves at the drinking fountain and then sit at a sunny spot on the banks of the Mühlbach stream. The skate park is an important addition to the leisure facilities in the Obere Au sports facilities and thus also for the city of Chur.

The skate park is suitable for skateboards, inline skates,  BMX bikes and scooters and is illuminated in the evening.

Use at your own risk.

The boccia area with clubhouse is located in the middle of the local recreation zone along the Mühlbach stream. Up to eight people can play on 4 boccia courts. In the clubhouse there is a lounge, toilets and a small kitchen. The supporting structure of the covered wooden boccia course supports the natural character of the building and generates a pleasant and cosy atmosphere for the players. The wooden building blends perfectly into the recultivated recreation area along the Mühlbach stream. The Boccia Club Chur runs the bowling alley and the club restaurant with Italian specialities.

Ideal for group events

Book the boccia facility for your next team event! Boccia is easy to learn, suitable for all ages and fitness levels and can be combined with an aperitif or dinner in the clubhouse. Whether you play freely or under the guidance of the Boccia Club Chur is up to you.

• All year round
• From 6 people
• Apéro simple CHF 8.- p.p.: 1 softdrink 33cl, nuts & crisps
• Apéro large CHF 25.- p.p.: 1 softdrink 33cl, nuts & crisps, small salad, pizza slices
• Pizza-package CHF 28.- p.p. (6-25 people): 1 softdrink 33cl, nuts & crisps, small salad, pizza slices (a choice of toppings), dessert.
• à la carte possible also
• Duration and final prices on request

If you have any further questions, please contact Mr Franco Anello directly by phone or WhatsApp: 078 828 22 21

Less traffic, more movement - new traffic routing in the Obere Au area

The grass pitches are open from March to October (except July) and can also be hired for private tournaments. Pitches 2-5 have recently been newly constructed. Field No. 1 including the newly built grand stand will be operational in May 2025.

Terms of use and stadium regulations

The woodchip trail at Obere Au is lit in the evening so you can see where you're going even after dark. The trail starts between the outdoor swimming pool and the football pitches at Obere Au and leads through the adjacent forest. The short trail is 200 meters long, the long one 600 meters.

Summer passes and start outdoor pools
The AU DABI and WASSER summer passes are available from 1 May. The season starts at the Obere Au and Sand outdoor pools on 10 May. Further information.

The «Badi Sand» is iconic and known for its refreshing water temperature! That's because the historic swimming pool in the heart of the old town is idyllically situated in the shadow of the cathedral and is an insiders' tip for visitors to Chur. The 50m-pool with separate non-swimmer area is a welcome way to cool off on hot summer days and the beautiful sunbathing lawn and wooden patio offer an inviting spot to relax.

You can have a nice chat or play cards over a refreshing drink and tasty snack at the bistro on the sun terrace. Your gaze will be drawn to the vines, the spires of the churches, and high up to the surrounding forests. Please find more information on the bistro and menu here.

100 years of «Badi Sand»
The Chur Swimming Club was founded in 1921 to encourage the people of Chur to swim when the Chur Swimming Centre (Sand outdoor pool) opened in 1922. In 2022, Sand outdoor pool turned 100 years old. More information. 

• Water and air temperatures
• Pool rules
• Access for people with disabilities

The gym at Obere Au sports facilities is one of a kind in the area, as the entrance fee also includes entry to the indoor and outdoor pools as well as the Aquamarine warm water experience pool! And even with that combined offer, the entrance is lower than at many other places. So you can warm up swimming a few lengths in the pool, then go off to the gym to pump some irons and then enjoy the relaxing massage jets in Aquamarine to round off the workout. The gym is open daily except Easter, Christmas, New Year and during maintenance. It also has convenient opening times on weekends.

Stamina
For your stamina training there is some highly modern cardio equipment produced by Precor. Treadmills, exercise bikes, rowing machines, cross trainers, step machines, arm and core machines etc. The equipment makes for a varied and versatile cardio workout.

Strength
Use the modern weights equipment for your strength workout. Leg/arm/shoulder press, abductor and adductor machines, leg/arm curl, rope pull machines, multipress as well as barbells and dumbbells. Set your own weights and increase resistance step by step to achieve optimal results.

Register for a free trial session now! 

Forest Yoga (during the outdoor pool season)
The sun tickling your nose, leaves rustling in the wind and the scent of blooms in the air - the perfect setting to relax with Hatha Yoga and find your inner self. Book for the class now! Additional information

New: Tai Chi & Qi Gong (during the outdoor pool season)
Calm your mind and recharge your batteries. Strengthen the body and boost the immune system. Tai Chi and Qi Gong have an effect on inner balance - stress is reduced and transformed into positive energy. Sign up for the programme now! Further information.

Equipment
Here you can find an overview over the exercise equipment.

Functional Room

In the functional room the training can be supplemented with exercises on the floor and on the wall bars, with TRX bands, medicine balls and kettlebells.

Introduction

As the gym is not supervised, you will either need to book an introduction or provide a confirmation from an external gym. The introduction is free of charge and is for six participants per session. Please register here. Introductions are every Thursday 7.45 to 9.15pm. More dates available on the registration site. The gym is reserved for the introductions during that time. 

Admission from the age of 18. In accordance with the sports and event facilities young people under the age of 18 with a Swiss Olympic card (Gold to Elite) may enter the fitness centre if accompanied by a qualified trainer. This accompanying person bears full responsibility for the young person. No liability is accepted for unsupervised persons. 

Location
Sector G of Obere Au car park

Duration
Max. 24 hours

Further information
Obere Au coach parking

The sauna at the Obere Au sports facilities is the perfect place to relax and detox. Choose from Finnish, herbal and bio sauna or steam bath - there is something for everyone. At the end of the day, relax outdoors at the sauna terrace. Find an overview of the sauna area here.

A Finnish sauna and a relaxation area is separated by gender. Another Finnish sauna, herbal and bio sauna as well as the steam bath are communal. The entire sauna area is a no-clothes area except for the the sauna terrace and the relaxation rooms. Use of the indoor and outdoor swimming pools as well as of the Aquamarine wellness pool and the Physiotherm infrared cabin is included in the ticket. 

Fragrant sauna aufguss
Relaxing, soothing or invigorating scents now fill the Finnish saunas. Several times a day, the sauna master places an ice ball infused with pure essential oils on the sauna oven. The ice breaks and the soothing fragrance unfolds. Click here for the fragrance programme (German only). 

Wednesday is Aufguss day
Every Wednesday we pamper our guests with celebrated Aufgüsse and a peeling at the steam bath. Three essential oils, hidden in the ice sphere, are carried to the guests by the Aufguss master's technique. To the Aufgüsse. 

Sauna Events
Several times a year, different Aufgüsse are celebrated in the mixed Finnish sauna with a special daily schedule. Let the essential oils invigorate your spirit during the classic Aufguss. Listen to the meditative music during the Relax Aufguss and find inner peace. For music lovers, the celebrated Aufguss is an upcoming change to escape the stress of everyday life or treat yourself to a salt peeling in our steam bath. Sauna events additional infos.

The offers at a glance:

• Classic Finnish sauna (80°C/20%)
• Herbal sauna (60°C/30%)
• Bio sauna (55°C/45%) - more info about the bio sauna 
• Steam bath (45°C/100%)
• Physiotherm infrared cabin

10 good reasons to use our sauna:
1. separate sauna for men and women
2. feel free to switch between mixed and separate sauna
3. use of infrared cabin included
4. outdoor sauna courtyard with deck chairs, waterfall and lighting
5. different fragrances in the three Finnish saunas
6. Wednesday is Aufguss-day
7. sauna-events with Aufguss ceremonies
8. use of the indoor and outdoor swimming pools included
9. parking fees included
10. no time limit

How to enjoy the sauna the right way
Our recommendation for the best way to have a successful sauna session.

We recommend to bring the following items for a visit of our saunas:

• 1 sauna towel (to rest; a second sauna towel for use in the saunas is included)
• Bath towel (to shower)
• Bathrobe
• Slippers

Access for people with disabilities