Arosa Lenzerheide

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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.

Arosa Lenzerheide Essentials — Map

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Parpaner Rothorn

Alpine peak reaching an altitude of 2,899 meters and serving as the highest point of a major ski area. It features a cable car providing access to the summit area and various mountain trails.

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Heidsee

Heidsee is a lake at Lenzerheide, Grisons, Switzerland. Its surface area is 0.41 km2.

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Arosa Lenzerheide

Snow-assured ski resort featuring 225 kilometres of slopes and 43 cable cars. This area is formed by the connection of two regional ski zones and includes rustic mountain huts.

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Urdenbahn

Aerial tramway linking two mountain regions with a length of 1,694 meters. It features an innovative construction without intermediate pylons between the Hörnli and Urdenfürggli peaks.

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Piz Scalottas

Mountain peak standing at 2,323 meters above sea level featuring a chairlift system and a summit restaurant. It serves as a starting point for various hiking and mountain bike trails including a family-friendly theme path.

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Stätzerhorn

Mountain peak reaching 2,574 meters featuring a chair lift that provides access to upper slopes. The area is integrated into a larger ski resort and serves as a site for winter sports and hiking.

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Parpan Castle

Sixteenth-century castle featuring historic wall paintings from 1591 and rich interior paneling. It is recognized as a Swiss heritage site of national significance.

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Arosa Bear Sanctuary

Bear sanctuary at 2,000 meters above sea level providing a natural habitat for rescued bears. Features include an adventure trail and an observation platform focused on animal welfare and education.

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Little Mountain Church

Historic 15th-century mountain chapel and the oldest church in the area. It serves as a venue for concerts, weddings, and religious services.

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Schanfigg Local Museum

Local history and folklore museum housed in a 16th-century building dedicated to the cultural heritage of the Schanfigg region. It documents the settlement history of the Walser people and the development of local tourism.

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Weisshorn

Mountain peak standing at 2,653 meters above sea level, accessible by cable car and mountain railways. It features a modern summit restaurant and provides panoramic views of hundreds of mountain peaks.

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