Weisshorn
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Intro
The highest mountain in the Arosa region accessible by cable car offers impressive views as far as Chur and to the south across the Graubünden Alps to Piz Bernina.
At 2,653m above sea level, the Weisshorn is the highest peak in the Arosa region that can be reached by cable car. From the top, you can enjoy breathtaking views of more than 400 mountain peaks in Switzerland and neighbouring countries. The modern, futuristic summit restaurant designed by architect Tilla Theus won the 2013 architecture prize for outstanding mountain architecture.
The mountain is the ideal destination for a day on the slopes or for exploring the numerous winter and summer hiking trails. Due to the favourable wind conditions, the Weisshorn is also a popular take-off spot for paragliders.
Altitude: 2,653 metres
How to get there:
From Chur, take the Rhaetian Railway through the Schanfigg to Arosa, then the two-stage cable car from the railway station to the Weisshorn summit:
Views: Chur, Säntis, Schesaplana and Sulzfluh, Piz Buin, the Bernina Group, the Rheinwaldhorn and, in the distance, the Bernese and Valais Alps
Attractions: Due to the favourable wind conditions, the mountain is a popular take-off spot for paragliders
Food and drink: Modern restaurant with delicacies made from fresh and regional produce
Accommodation: In and around Arosa, none at the Weisshorn summit
Groups: Up to 220 people at the Weisshorn summit, drinks in the cable car
Special comments: Wherever you choose to stay in Arosa, the cable cars and lots more
Note: The mountain ascent is not included in the Swiss Travel Pass/GA travelcard. Buy your tickets on arrival at the station.
General information
| Season |
All year
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| Time required |
4 to 8 hours (full day)
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| Suitable for |
Children, Families, Groups, Individual, Couples
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| Accessibility |
Accessible
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| Weather |
Outdoor
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Contact
Arosa Bergbahnen AG
Seeblickstrasse 29
Postfach 12
7050
Arosa
Switzerland
Phone
+41 (0)81 378 84 84
Fax +41 (0)81 378 84 48
info@arosabergbahnen.ch
arosalenzerheide.swiss
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