Älplisee – Schwellisee loop from Arosa

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Älplisee – Schwellisee loop from Arosa

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155

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Älplisee – Schwellisee loop from Arosa

06:28

17.6km

850m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 20, 2026

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Includes segments that may be dangerous

Parts of this route comprise highly technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience is required.

After 8.80 km for 509 m

After 13.3 km for 3 m

Waypoints

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Bus stop

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5.89 km

Hörnli Hut

Highlight • Mountain Hut

The Hörnlihütte serves freshly cooked and baked food daily. It has super friendly staff and a fantastic view, not only from the terrace but also a panoramic view directly from the toilet towards Lenzerheide. The ascent up to the Hörnlihütte is quite demanding and the last section demands everything again. But if the visibility is clear, you will be rewarded with a wonderful view.

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8.24 km

Urdenfürggli Pass

Highlight • Mountain Pass

The Urdenfürggli is a mountain pass that connects the Tschiertschen and Parpan valleys. At an altitude of 2,546 metres, it marks the disappearance of vegetation and the entry into a completely mineral universe.

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9.01 km

Interesting Rock Formation

Highlight • Natural Monument

9.69 km

Gredigs Fürggli

Highlight • Mountain Pass

Gredigs Fürggli is the name of this wide and scenic mountain pass between Arosa and Lenzerheide. The easiest way to reach it by mountain bike is via the Stivetta cable car. The Älplisee Trail down to Arosa begins at Gredigs Fürggli.

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13.7 km

Älplisee

Highlight • Lake

Clear mountain lake, shimmering in green and blue.

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14.0 km

View of Lake Älplisee

Highlight • Lake

14.3 km

High Trail at Älplisee

Highlight • Trail

The path below Lake Älplisee is very varied. At times it's steep in sections secured by steel cables, at others it's very idyllic, directly beside the mountain stream.

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15.7 km

Schwellisee

Highlight • Lake

Colorful flower meadows, steep mountain peaks, and a crystal-clear lake at its heart – that's Lake Schwellisee. In the pristine mountain landscape surrounding the lake, you'll find interesting themed trails, such as the Squirrel Trail, the Ten Lakes Fun, and the Learning Trail. But even if you just hike to the lake and spend a while enjoying the view from the shore, a day of hiking is already perfect.

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