01Stop · Start
Panoramic Trains·Switzerland
Thusis
Gateway to the Via Mala gorge and starting point for mountain excursions.
⌬Via Mala gorge⌬Alpine gateway⌬Scenic train journeys⌬Hiking
Slow travel route·🇨🇭 Switzerland
Rhaetian Railway: Route Map, Stops & Best Time
7-Day Scenic Rail Itinerary
Duration7 days
Stops5 stops
Best timeSummer — open gorges, clear Alpine hiking days
CategoriesPanoramic Trains
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ThusisPhoto: “Thusis Bahnhof - IMG 0347” by greckor, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons. Resized; cropped to fit the layout.
The itinerary
The stops.
5 stops05
02Stop · Midway
Photo: Parpan05 · CC BY-SA 3.0
Panoramic Trains·Switzerland
Tiefencastel
Mountain village at the confluence of the Albula and Julia rivers.
⌬River confluence⌬Alpine setting⌬Hiking
03Stop · Midway
Photo: Adrian Michael · CC BY-SA 3.0
Panoramic Trains·Switzerland
Rhäzüns
Historic village with a castle and church dating back to medieval times.
⌬Reichenau Castle⌬Historic architecture⌬Hiking
04Stop · Midway
Photo: Adrian Michael · CC BY 2.5
Panoramic Trains·Switzerland
Bonaduz
Small village in the Rhine Valley with beautiful mountain views.
⌬Rhine confluence⌬Mountain scenery⌬Hiking
05Stop · End
Photo: Adrian Michael · CC BY-SA 3.0
Panoramic Trains·Switzerland
Domat/Ems
Rhine valley town with Roman roots, industry, Alpine foothill setting.
⌬Rhine Valley views⌬Railway junction⌬Hiking trails
The shape of it
Route map.
5 stops · 4 legs
Why this route
Highlights of this route.
01
Viamala Gorge walkways from Thusis
Walkways cross the Viamala Gorge's limestone walls from Thusis station. The Rhätische Bahn threads above the carved canyon.
02
Albula and Julia river confluence at Tiefencastel
The Albula and Julia rivers meet at Tiefencastel's stone bridge. Twin valleys converge beneath Alpine peaks.
03
Medieval Schloss Rhäzüns above the Rhine
Medieval Schloss Rhäzüns overlooks the Rhine from its rocky perch. Castle walls rise above the river valley.
04
Rhine-valley meadow hikes from Bonaduz
Meadow paths wind through Rhine-valley villages from Bonaduz station. Alpine foothills frame the Vorderrhein's course.
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What's actually available to you.
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Regions on this route.
1 region
Photo: Adrian Michael · CC BY-SA 3.0
Switzerland15 destinations
Graubünden
Graubünden is Switzerland's largest canton, known for its stunning alpine landscapes and unique cultural heritage. The region is famous for its diverse languages, with Romansh being one of the official languages. Notable cities include Chur, the oldest city in Switzerland, and the resort town of St. Moritz, renowned for winter sports and luxury. The area boasts the breathtaking Engadin Valley, home to picturesque villages like Sils and Maloja, and offers excellent hiking trails in the Swiss National Park. Graubünden is also known for its traditional cuisine, including hearty dishes like Capuns and Pizzoccheri, reflecting its rich agricultural roots. The region hosts lesser-known festivals that celebrate local traditions, adding to its authentic character.
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- Photo: “Thusis Bahnhof - IMG 0347” by greckor, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons. Resized; cropped to fit the layout.
- Photo by Parpan05, CC BY-SA 3.0. Resized; cropped to fit the layout. Shared under the same licence.
- Photo: “Rhäzüns Dorf” by Adrian Michael, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons. Resized; cropped to fit the layout. Shared under the same licence.
- Photo: “Bonaduz Ansicht” by Adrian Michael, CC BY 2.5, via Wikimedia Commons. Resized; cropped to fit the layout.
- Photo: “Domat-Ems Dorf Ost” by Adrian Michael, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons. Resized; cropped to fit the layout. Shared under the same licence.