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Graubünden

Parpan – Joch – Rothorn

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Switzerland

Graubünden

Parpan – Joch – Rothorn

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Parpan – Joch – Rothorn

06:22

16.3km

1,480m

Hiking

Taking you from the mountain village of Parpan up to the 2,861-metre (9,386 ft) Rothorn, this panoramic alpine ridge hike requires solid fitness, surefootedness and some mountain experience. The rewards are fantastic views and, at the end, descent is taken care of thanks to the cable car.

You’ll start in the centre of Parpan, at around 1,500 metres (4,900 ft), which can be easily reached by bus or car, with spaces for the latter. You’ll hike across the beautiful plateaus of Oberberg to the Jochalp Mountain Restaurant, with its breathtaking view of Chur, Switzerland’s oldest town.

From here, the route continues to ascend past alpine meadows and over stretches of rugged ridge that require surefootedness. With sensational views of the vast mountain arena and down to Heidsee near Lenzerheide, you’ll make for the summit of the Parpaner Rothorn, adorned by a panoramic restaurant. It’s very much the hike’s crowning glory.

by Lenzerheide

Last updated: July 29, 2025

Tips

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 13.5 km for 509 m

After 14.4 km for 1.91 km

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101 m

Parpan

Highlight • Religious Site

When hiking through Parpan, it's worth stopping by the listed late Gothic church. It was built in the mid-16th century and expanded in 1675 to its final version, featuring a cross ridge, octagonal dome, and balcony.

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6.70 km

Churer Joch

Highlight • Viewpoint

At the Churer Joch, at an altitude of around 2,000 meters, you can enjoy a magnificent view of the valley all the way to Chur and, of course, the peaks behind you. There's also a mountain restaurant, the Jochalp. It will be open Tuesday to Sunday in summer 2025, starting July 9. It's the last place to stop for refreshments on the way toward the Parpaner Schwarzhorn or Rothorn, so if it's open, sit down, enjoy the view, and take a break.

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9.24 km

Stelli Ridge

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Stelli Ridge leads from the Stelli summit past the Malakoff and on to the Parpaner Schwarzhorn. The trail is marked white-red-white, meaning it's a mountain hiking trail that requires good fitness and surefootedness. The view of the vast mountain landscape is best enjoyed while standing or sitting.

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12.9 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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14.3 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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16.3 km

Parpaner Rothorn Summit

Highlight • Summit

There are two ways to reach the Parpaner Rothorn: either by taking the cable car or by embarking on a challenging and strenuous hike. If you choose the latter option, you'll need sturdy footwear. Surefootedness and a head for heights are also beneficial on the ascent, ensuring you reach the summit safely. Next to the cable car station, there's also a panoramic restaurant where you can recharge with fine dining after a strenuous hike.

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.97 km

3.74 km

3.51 km

3.49 km

613 m

Surfaces

4.08 km

3.74 km

3.46 km

2.86 km

1.26 km

915 m

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Highest point (2,820 m)

Lowest point (1,490 m)

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July 8, 2025

Taking you from the mountain village of Parpan up to the 2,861-metre (9,386 ft) Rothorn, this panoramic alpine ridge hike requires solid fitness, surefootedness and some mountain experience. The rewards are fantastic views and, at the end, descent is taken care of thanks to the cable car.
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Parpan – Joch – Rothorn

Parpan

Churer Joch

Stelli Ridge

Urdenfürggli Pass

Gredigs Fürggli

Parpaner Rothorn Summit

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