Arosa Lenzerheide Travel Guide – Attractions & Tours

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Arosa Lenzerheide Essentials

Arosa Lenzerheide connects two high-altitude valleys via the 1,694-meter Urdenbahn cable car, creating a vast recreational area with 225 kilometers of ski slopes. The region is defined by prominent peaks like the 2,899-meter Parpaner Rothorn and the panoramic Weisshorn. Cultural highlights include the 15th-century Bergkirchli, the oldest church in the area, and the Schanfigg Local Museum, which preserves Walser heritage. Visitors can explore the Arosa Bear Sanctuary, a high-altitude refuge for rescued bears, or visit the historic 16th-century Parpan Castle and the alpine waters of Heidsee.

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Editor's Choice

Arosa Lenzerheide's landscape is defined by the high-altitude peaks of the Plessur Alps and crystal-clear mountain lakes. The Parpaner Rothorn, the region's highest point at 2,899 meters, offers expansive views, while the Weisshorn features a modern summit restaurant. Geologically significant sites include the Hörnli, home to 150-million-year-old basalt formations. Recreational hubs like Heidsee and Hauensee provide alpine waterscapes, complemented by accessible summits like Piz Scalottas and Stätzerhorn, which are connected by extensive cable car and chairlift networks.

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Hidden Cultural Gems

Explore the architectural and social history of Arosa Lenzerheide through its preserved landmarks. This selection features the 16th-century Parpan Castle, known for its Renaissance wall paintings, and the Schanfigg Local Museum, which documents centuries of Walser settlement. The list includes several historic places of worship, ranging from the 15th-century Little Mountain Church—the region's oldest—to the late medieval interior of St. Maria und Michael and the distinct Catholic and Reformed churches of Arosa.

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Alpine Peaks & Views

This collection highlights the prominent summits of the Arosa Lenzerheide region, ranging from the 2,899-meter Parpaner Rothorn to the geologically significant Hörnli. These peaks offer views of over 1,000 mountain summits across the Swiss, Italian, and Austrian Alps. Key features include the modern summit restaurant atop the Weisshorn, 150-million-year-old basalt formations at Hörnli, and extensive trail networks connecting Piz Scalottas and Stätzerhorn. Most locations are accessible via cable cars and chairlifts, serving as central hubs for high-altitude hiking and mountain biking.

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Climate & when to visit

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Typical weather in January

Poor

-3° (feels like -8°) · extremes -20°–1°
-12° at night
14 rainy days
2 sunny days
3 hours of sunshine per day
Dry air
Calm winds
UV index 1 · low

Typical weather in February

Poor

-2° (feels like -7°) · extremes -21°–3°
-11° at night
12 rainy days
5 sunny days
4 hours of sunshine per day
Dry air
Calm winds
UV index 1 · low

Typical weather in March

Poor

1° (feels like -2°) · extremes -16°–10°
-7° at night
15 rainy days
10 sunny days
6 hours of sunshine per day
Dry air
Calm winds
UV index 3 · moderate

Typical weather in April

Poor

7° (feels like 4°) · extremes -10°–15°
-3° at night
15 rainy days
10 sunny days
7 hours of sunshine per day
Dry air
Calm winds
UV index 4 · moderate

Typical weather in May

Poor

12° (feels like 9°) · extremes -4°–19°
2° at night
20 rainy days
8 sunny days
7 hours of sunshine per day
Dry air
Calm winds
UV index 5 · moderate

Typical weather in June

Fair

16° (feels like 14°) · extremes 0°–23°
6° at night
20 rainy days
10 sunny days
8 hours of sunshine per day
Dry air
Calm winds
UV index 6 · high

Typical weather in July

Fair

17° (feels like 16°) · extremes 2°–23°
8° at night
20 rainy days
11 sunny days
8 hours of sunshine per day
Dry air
Calm winds
UV index 6 · high

Typical weather in August

Fair

17° (feels like 16°) · extremes 3°–23°
7° at night
19 rainy days
12 sunny days
8 hours of sunshine per day
Dry air
Calm winds
UV index 6 · high

Typical weather in September

Poor

14° (feels like 11°) · extremes -2°–20°
4° at night
15 rainy days
10 sunny days
6 hours of sunshine per day
Dry air
Calm winds
UV index 4 · moderate

Typical weather in October

Poor

9° (feels like 7°) · extremes -6°–16°
0° at night
14 rainy days
6 sunny days
4 hours of sunshine per day
Dry air
Calm winds
UV index 2 · low

Typical weather in November

Poor

3° (feels like -1°) · extremes -14°–10°
-5° at night
15 rainy days
2 sunny days
3 hours of sunshine per day
Dry air
Calm winds
UV index 1 · low

Typical weather in December

Poor

-2° (feels like -6°) · extremes -20°–4°
-10° at night
14 rainy days
1 sunny day
2 hours of sunshine per day
Dry air
Calm winds
UV index 1 · low

Climate data: NASA POWER (MERRA-2) · 1996–2025

Practical information

Currency: Swiss Franc CHF CHF · Card payments · Widely accepted
Emergency numbers: 112
Electricity: Type C / Type J
230 V · 50 Hz

Languages: German, French, Italian, Romansh
Tap water: Safe to drink
Driving side: Right
Calling code: +41

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Featured Lists

Arosa Lenzerheide Essentials

Editor's Choice

Hidden Cultural Gems

Alpine Peaks & Views

Arosa Lenzerheide — Map

Climate & when to visit

Typical weather in January

Typical weather in February

Typical weather in March

Typical weather in April

Typical weather in May

Typical weather in June

Typical weather in July

Typical weather in August

Typical weather in September

Typical weather in October

Typical weather in November

Typical weather in December

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