Switzerland: The Bernese Oberland
The Lower Engadine is one of the most popular destinations for the Swiss to take their holidays, which must say something when they have such a choice! An exceptional variety of walks await discovery in the Engadine Valley and its many remote side valleys. The lower areas of the Engadine feature deep green meadows against a backdrop of bare, rocky mountains free from snow in summer. Wildflowers carpet the slopes while rivers sparkle as they meander through. Head north up the valley however, and a dramatic change meets the eye. Here the landscape has all the attributes of the high Alps where snow caps the peaks and glaciers fill crevasses. The river Inn thunders through tight gorges and cataracts carrying the foaming, white melting snows. In addition, walk in Switzerland's only National Park, a vast chunk of highland wilderness with protected flora and wildlife. To complement the varied natural landscape, undoubtedly some of the most beautiful and romantic of all Swiss villages cling to mountain slopes enjoying the very best views and providing stunning places to stay. Walking possibilities are endless leaving every walker with a great desire to return for more.
This area is the heartland of Switzerland's fourth official language - Romansch which will often be heard especially in the small villages. However Swiss German is spoken by everyone and English as in other areas of Switzerland is widely spoken. A different language brings different culture, architecture and culinary specials all unique to the Romansch speaking area. The river Inn flows through the valley on its way to the Danube, alternately flowing though deep gorges and wide-open meadowland grazed by bell ringing cows. The area is also host to Switzerland's only National Park.
We have chosen Scuol for our centre for walking in the Lower Engadine not only because it is the hub of the local bus and train routes, radiating to all areas of the Lower Engadine, but it is a charming town of the region. There is an old part of the village with beautifully renovated traditional houses. The River Inn runs around the village on its way to Austria. Scuol is famous for its spa and mineral waters bubbling from 5 fountains in the town. This is now represented by the famous Bogn Engiadina with its complex of six pools both indoor and outdoor, saunas solariums, steam room and massage area.
Arrive in the charming town of Scuol, located in the Lower Engadine region. Below are just a selection of the many walks that are available in and around Scuol.
Overnight Hotel Altana or Hotel Belvedere, Scuol (breakfast and dinner included).
This walk begins at over 2,000m where you'll climb a little above that, followed by mostly flat paths and gentle ascents. You'll pass through woodland and across extensive pastures, where you're sure to see herds of cattle and hear the ringing of their bells. You walk through the important Arvenwald, the wood of Swiss Stone pines (also called Arolla pines, Latin name Pinus Cembra) which is the highest wood in Europe. The walk finishes in S-charl, a charming small village at the start of the road, full of older buildings, where you return by bus to Scuol.
Overnight Hotel Altana or Hotel Belvedere, Scuol (breakfast and dinner included).
From Tarasp Fontana the walk is all downhill or flat, there is an alternative route giving an uphill finish as you get nearer Scuol. You'll pass through the tiny village of Florins, a little gem, and as you descend there's a marvellous Swiss-scape of a view across the Inn valley and beyond.
Overnight Hotel Altana or Hotel Belvedere, Scuol (breakfast and dinner included).
This walk starts in the beautiful and peaceful village of Tschlin, rising through woodland and remote upland meadows to descend the hillsides below Piz Arina to the smaller village of Vna. We recommend spending some time in Tschlin to explore the long, cobbled main street, full of beautiful houses with Romansch inscriptions.
Overnight Hotel Altana or Hotel Belvedere, Scuol (breakfast and dinner included).
Begin by taking a train from Scuol to Zernez where you'll embark on a gentle, pleasant walk along the valley floor between Lavin and Guarda. You'll walk amongst mountains and forests with river meadows as you follow some of the Via Engiadina trail to Guarda.
Overnight Hotel Altana or Hotel Belvedere, Scuol (breakfast and dinner included).
Explore Switzerland's only National Park - Parc Naziunal Svizzer. Take the bus from Scuol to Tarasp where you gradually ascend with views of the picturesque Tarasp Castle behind you. Walk through luscious forest, bushland, some baron areas which can be eerily beautiful. Deer come to this area as the National Park is protected; if you listen carefully you may hear the calling sounds of the deer and if you are very lucky you might even catch a glimpse!
Overnight Hotel Altana or Hotel Belvedere, Scuol (breakfast and dinner included).
A very beautiful walk with lots of interest and variety of scenery. However, this at high level and so we include several options for low level walking if weather predictions are unfavourable. Lower level walks are also beautiful! The route starts in the area made famous in the children’s classic story ‘Schellenursli’ and follows part of the trail with numerous illustrated information signs.
Overnight Hotel Altana or Hotel Belvedere, Scuol (breakfast and dinner included).
Say fond farewells to Scuol as you depart on the train.
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This 7 night self-guided walking holiday includes:
Single-centre accommodation in and hotels
All breakfasts and dinners
Management by local hotelier
Comprehensive route directions provided prior to departure
Flight inclusive package includes rail tickets between Zurich airport and Scuol, plus a Swiss Half Fare Card
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Holiday type
Self-guided walking Managed locally by hotelier.
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Meals
All breakfasts and dinners
Other details
Flight inclusive package includes rail tickets between Zurich airport and Scuol, plus a Swiss Half Fare Card (50% off all public transportation in Switzerland, including most mountain railroads; valid for one month).
This holiday does not include any flights or rail.
To book this holidays speak to our sales team on 0044 1606 720199 or click on the appropriate 'book now' button above.
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