7 Things to Do in Lenzerheide 2025

7 Highlights in Lenzerheide

• At 2865 m above sea level is the Parpaner Rothorn, from where 1000 other peaks can be seen.
• The 7.2 km long Globi hiking trail is unique in Switzerland and includes 13 interesting stations.
• The Bike Kingdom Park attracts mountain bikers from all over Switzerland with five trails of varying difficulty.
• 225 kilometers of slopes and 7 snowpark areas await you at the Arosa Lenzerheide ski resort.
• The Squirrel Forest connects Lenzerheide with the Heidsee with a 1 km long Squirrel Trail.
• With a length of 250 m, the largest Murmelibahn in Switzerland is located in Lenzerheide and is guaranteed to provide a high fun factor for visitors young and old.
• 3.8 km of "Light Rider" slope in Lenzerheide entice you to night sledding with a combination of sledding, light art and games. Multisensory light installations provide a whole new night sledding experience.

Lenzerheide is a versatile and eventful vacation resort in summer as well as in winter. In summer, active visitors love to go biking and hiking. Afterwards, they cool off by swimming in the refreshing Heidsee lake. In winter, skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing, sledding and cross-country skiing are very popular.

With the Globi hiking trail, the largest Murmeli railroad in Switzerland, playgrounds and a pirate ship, there are also numerous attractive entertainment options for children.

Sights in Lenzerheide

The sights in Lenzerheide are closely linked to nature. The Squirrel Forest and Heidsee are part of Lenzerheide and are popular spots for visitors from surrounding areas.

Squirrel Forest

In the Squirrel Forest, there's a trail about 1 km long that connects Heidsee with Lenzerheide. The start of the "Squirrel Path" is near the Catholic Church in Lenzerheide. This path is ideal for leisurely walks, and kids will enjoy the small playground.

Squirrels are fascinating animals that you can watch and feed. Time passes quickly while you're doing this. If you want to get close to the animals, bring along some hazelnuts. The Squirrel Path is accessible all year round and is stroller-friendly.

The Squirrel Forest is easily reachable by public transport and by car. The bus ride from Chur to the Lenzerheide/Lai, Post stop takes about 40 minutes. For travelers arriving by car, parking is available right at the entrance to Lenzerheide. You should plan for about two to three hours for your trip from Chur and your walk in the Squirrel Forest.

Heidsee

Heidsee is situated between the villages of Valbella and Lenzerheide. Despite its altitude, the lake warms up to around 20 degrees in summer. Younger visitors can enjoy a pirate ship or a splash pool. Additionally, there are 12 islands on Heidsee that can be accessed by boat, pedal boat, or surfboard.

Fishing is also permitted at the mountain lake from June to October. You can find information about fishing permits from the municipal administration or the fishing supervisor.

Excursion destinations Lenzerheide

Lenzerheide offers with the Parpaner Rothorn and the Bike Kingdom Park two excellent excursion destinations. In addition, there are other excursion destinations such as the Murmelibahn, the Lido at the Heidsee, the wellness pool H2Lai and the mini-golf course of the sports center

Parpaner Rothorn

The Parpaner Rothorn is situated at 2865 m above sea level and is accessible by cable cars from Lenzerheide. The trip from Lenzerheide to the Parpaner Rothorn takes about 20 min. The way up to the Rothorn summit is worthwhile, because on the lookout point a view with over 1000 mountain peaks from Switzerland, Austria and Italy awaits you.

On the Parpaner Rothorn there is a sun terrace and a panorama restaurant, where you can strengthen and recover. You can return to Lenzerheide-Valbella via the well-maintained hiking trails. You should plan at least half a day for this excursion.

Bike Kingdom

Mountain bike fans can really let off steam in the Bike Kingdom Park. The park offers the right track for every level. On the five tracks with different levels of difficulty and characters, every person will definitely find what they are looking for

You can find the Bike Kingdom between the middle station Scharmoin and the valley station Rothorn. Season is from June to October. Children are also allowed to have fun at the Bike Kingdom Park. A minimum age of six years applies for participation. So the fun factor is guaranteed for the whole family!

Other destinations

• Murmelibahn: With a length of 250 m, Switzerland's largest marble run in Scharmoin offers fun with marbles for visitors young and old
• Lido am Heidsee: The open-air swimming pool in the mountains offers not only refreshment, but also a climbing rock and a large playground
• Wellnessbad H2Lai: The wellness bath has indoor and outdoor pools and a wellness area.
• Minigolf course: At the sports center Lenzerheide there is a minigolf course where you can prove your precision.
• Suspension bridge Val Meltger: The bridge is suspended twelve meters above the river Tobel and leads you, for example, on the circular hiking trail from Lantsch/Lenz dry to the other side.
• Waterfall Sanaspans: accessible on a short hiking trail from Lenzerheide Post, also with children

Swiss Activities Tips Lenzerheide

Magic Forest

In December, the Squirrel Forest transforms into a Magic Forest. This winter festival combines light art, music, cuisine, and a Christmas market. Experience the Magic Forest in Lenzerheide.

New Year's Eve Celebration

There's a lot happening in Lenzerheide on New Year's Eve. It's the perfect alpine location to enjoy delicious food and then celebrate at a disco. At the Cinema Club, you can party until the early hours with the latest music. Various hotels also turn their venues into discos.

Curling

Want to try something new? Then give curling a go in Parpan. You can show off your precision skills. This team sport is great fun and suitable for beginners and groups.

Wildlife Watching

Numerous wild animals inhabit the Lenzerheide region. Ibex, chamois, foxes, red deer, bearded vultures, marmots, and many other creatures have made their home in the Grisons mountains. If you’re lucky, you can spot wildlife during your stay in Lenzerheide. However, please respect the wildlife refuge zones and protection areas.

Senda Cultura

Interested in culture? 21 information panels in Lenzerheide tell the story "From Mountain Pastures to a Popular Holiday Region." The experience trail "Senda Cultura" can be walked in one go, but the panels can also be visited individually, as they are not connected to each other.

Activities and Experiences in Lenzerheide

Want to ski, snowboard, toboggan, or go cross-country skiing? In the welcoming ski resort of Lenzerheide, everything is possible. And in summer? Depending on what you like, you can enjoy a relaxing or action-packed time. Experience the beautiful nature by hiking and mountain biking or have fun at Lake Heidsee with swimming and water sports.

Some of the most popular activities in Lenzerheide include:

• Skiing and Snowboarding
• Tobogganing
• Cross-Country Skiing
• Snowshoe Hiking
• Hiking
• Mountain Biking
• SUP: Stand Up Paddling
• Windsurfing

Arosa Lenzerheide Ski Area

Arosa and Lenzerheide share the largest interconnected ski area in Grisons, which stretches up to 2865 m above sea level. You’ll find no less than 225 kilometers of groomed pistes awaiting you in the Arosa Lenzerheide ski area. The winter season starts at the end of October and runs until April.

Overview of Arosa Lenzerheide Ski Area

Ski Area	Distance (km)	Altitude (m above sea level)	Number of Lifts and Facilities	Ski Pistes (km)
Arosa - Lenzerheide	0.7	1229 - 2865	43	225

This is what you can expect when skiing and snowboarding in the Arosa Lenzerheide ski area:

• 52 mountain restaurants
• 7 snowpark areas
• numerous parking facilities

There’s also a wide range of ski and snowboard schools. No matter your level, whether novice or advanced, you’ll find the right course for you. You can take lessons individually or in a group. Professional instructors will definitely take you to the next level.

Children's Areas in Arosa Lenzerheide

In the children's areas Auarara, Fastasch, and Heimberg, skiing can be learned in a fun way. Kids can practice their first turns among the figures, ensuring a fun time. The terrain only has a slight slope – ideal for safely learning to ski and snowboard. These children's areas are easy to reach, and nearly all are free to use.

Sledging in Lenzerheide

Experience the amazing winter atmosphere in Lenzerheide on two runners. In this holiday region, there are four sledging runs:

Sledging in Lenzerheide

Name/Route	Length (km)	Elevation (m above sea level)	Accessibility	Difficulty
Scharmoin - Canols	3.8	1905 - 1489	Rothorn Gondola	easy
Tgantieni - Val Sport	1.5	1750 - 1519	Tgantieni Chairlift	easy
Sporz - Lain - Zorten	2.0	1585 - 1204	Sport Bus to Sporz	easy
Tschugga - Parpan (floodlit at night)	1.5	1628 - 1502	On foot via winter hiking trail	easy

If you’re looking for a change from classic sledding, the “Light Ride” at night is the perfect option. This world premiere allows you to experience sledding with all your senses. The “Light Ride” takes place three times a week on the Scharmoin - Canols sledding run. The slope is transformed into an exciting sledding challenge with multisensory light installations. You can find more information in our ultimate guide to night sledding in Switzerland.

Cross-Country Skiing Lenzerheide

Lenzerheide offers the perfect trails for both relaxed and challenging outings. You can look forward to 56 kilometers of trails with various difficulty levels.

Numerous routes await you, such as:

• Lenzerheide - Valbella - Lenzerheide (classic)
• Valbella - Parpan - Valbella (classic)
• Gruoben Parpan (skating)
• Parpan - Mittelberg - Parpan (skating)

Whether you prefer skating or the classic style, Lenzerheide has a wide range of trails available for you. Beginners, experts, and professionals will find something suitable among this selection.

If you don’t have time for cross-country skiing during the day or are still motivated in the evening, the Roland Arena offers a four-kilometer night trail. It is open daily from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM, illuminated for your convenience.

You can easily reach the starting point of your selected cross-country ski trail with the sports bus or post bus.

Snowshoe Hiking Lenzerheide

Enjoy the tranquility of nature while snowshoe hiking in Lenzerheide. The pink signposts guide you through even the deepest snow-covered woods. There are about 20 km of snowshoe trails to choose from, featuring five different trails:

• Snowshoe Trail Scharmoin
• 521 Era Vedra
• 523 Val Sporz
• 524 Hanging Bridge Val Meltger
• Foppa-Joch

Do you want to be accompanied by a guide while snowshoe hiking? The guides are experienced and know the area well. They will lead you on unforgettable snowshoe tours.

Hiking in Lenzerheide

In Lenzerheide, you'll find your ideal hike on up to 300 km of marked trails. The Lenzerheide holiday region offers scenic panorama routes, airy mountain peaks, and entertaining themed paths. Whether you’re a hiker, nature lover, or trail runner, the hiking trails in Lenzerheide have something for everyone.

Examples of fantastic hikes in Lenzerheide include:

• Lenzerheide - Vaz: about 2.5 hours
• Panorama Trail Scharmoin: about 6 hours
• Nature Trail Lantsch/ Lenz: about 2.5 hours
• Globi Hiking Trail: about 2.5 hours

The Globi Hiking Trail is the only one of its kind in Switzerland and features 13 stops. Kids can embark on a 7.2 km adventure. This trail is free and open from summer to autumn.

Mountain Biking in Lenzerheide

You’ll discover numerous exciting routes in Lenzerheide. With 900 km of GPS routes, you’re unlikely to get bored quickly. The Bike Kingdom Park is the heart of mountain biking in Lenzerheide, featuring five courses with varying levels of difficulty that you can try out.

If you want to rent a mountain bike on-site, Activ Sport Baselgia AG and Allmountain Sports AG in Lenzerheide are great options. You'll get professional and personalized advice to find the right mountain bike for you.

You can directly book a mountain bike tour from Davos to Arosa-Lenzerheide in the summer through Swiss Activities.

Here you can already get inspired by four possible bike tours:

MTB Tours in Lenzerheide

Name/Route	Type of Tour	Length (km)	Duration (h)	Altitude Gain (m)	Difficulty
Bärenbike Treasure Hunt	Loop BLUE	9.9	1:30	123	easy
Westside	Loop	18.0	3:20	600	medium
Lenzerheide Valley	Loop	17.2	1:30	500	medium
Furcletta-Welschtobel-Ramozhütte	Loop	38.8	5:00	930	hard

Stand up Paddle

Enjoy the time on the water of the Heidsee with the Stand up Paddle. At the Wassersportcenter Lenzerheide you can rent your SUP quickly and easily. For one hour you pay CHF 20, but you can also buy a 10-person subscription for CHF 160

In addition, courses are offered for SUP beginners, which take place on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:30 to 10:00

Are you interested in yoga? Then the SUP yoga course is also the right thing for you.

Windsurfing

Windsurfing is a trend sport that has established itself worldwide. It has also found its way to Heidsee in Lenzerheide. The Wassersportcenter Lenzerheide rents out beginner boards, fun boards, rigs, foil windsurfing and wetsuits.

The Wassersportcenter Lenzerheide offers the following courses for windsurfing:

• Children's course, Monday - Thursday, 10:30 - 12:30,
• beginner course, Monday - Thursday, 10:30 - 13:00 hrs
• beginner course, Saturday and Sunday, 10:30 - 13:00 hrs
• advanced course, Monday - Thursday, 14:00 - 16:00 h

Getting to Lenzerheide

The holiday resort of Lenzerheide is located in the Albula region of the canton of Graubünden. It's not far from Chur and can be reached by public transport, coach, or car. In the Lenzerheide region, a sports bus operates during the winter season and is free of charge.

by car

Take the A3 and A13 motorways from most places in Switzerland to Chur South. There, take the exit towards Lenzerheide. From Chur South, it takes just about 20 minutes to reach the heart of Lenzerheide.

by public transport

From Geneva, Bern, and Basel, you can travel by public transport via Zurich and Chur to Lenzerheide. If you're coming from St. Gallen, you'll go through the Rhine Valley and Sargans to get to Chur. Once you arrive in Chur by train, you can continue on with the post bus. This trip takes about 40 minutes. If you're traveling from Lugano by train, you'll go via Thusis and Tiefencastel to Lenzerheide.

Arrival Lenzerheide

The resort of Lenzerheide is located in the Albula region in the canton of Graubünden. It is only a short distance from Chur and can be reached by public transport, coach or car. In the region of Lenzerheide runs a sports bus in the winter season, which is free of charge.

by car

Via the A3 and A13 freeways you can reach Chur South from most places in Switzerland. There you take the exit in the direction of Lenzerheide. From Chur Süd it only takes about 20 minutes and you are in the middle of Lenzerheide.

by public transport

From Geneva, Bern and Basel you travel by public transport via Zurich and Chur to Lenzerheide. From St. Gallen you travel via Rheintal and Sargans to Chur. As soon as you arrive in Chur by train, you continue your journey by post bus. If you arrive by train from Lugano, then you travel via Thusis and Tiefencastel to Lenzerheide.

Hotels Lenzerheide

Lenzerheide offers numerous hotels in different price ranges. Below you will find a brief overview of the accommodations Hotel Schweizerhof Lenzerheide, Hotel Sunstar Lenzerheide and the youth hostel in Lenzerheide.

Schweizerhof Lenzerheide

For those who want for nothing, Hotel Schweizerhof Lenzerheide is a great place to stay. This accommodation receives excellent reviews. Hotel Schweizerhof has an excellent location and is close to ski lifts such as Dieschen, Crestas and Val Sporz. For relaxation, Hotel Schweizerhof Lenzerheide has a large wellness area and the largest hamam in the Alps

Suitable for: Families, couples and individuals on a budget who enjoy a large wellness area.

Sunstar Lenzerheide

The Sunstar Hotel Lenzerheide is family friendly and enjoys a quiet and sunny location. Hiking trails and ski slopes pass by the hotel. The hotel's own restaurant cooks you with fresh and regional ingredients. The meeting point for the ski school is right next to the hotel. If you want to relax after a day of skiing, an indoor pool, a steam bath and a sauna are waiting for you

Suitable for: Families, couples and individuals with medium budget.

Lenzerheide Youth Hostel

The inexpensive youth hostel is characterized by the functional room layout and the varied offer. The youth hostel is the right accommodation for sports enthusiasts, groups and families. The winter sports facilities are nearby and the view from the youth hostel is beautiful

Suitable for: Uncomplicated travelers, families and groups with lower budget.

Restaurants Lenzerheide

In Lenzerheide you will surely find the right restaurant for your taste. Both in terms of cuisine and price, you will find a varied offer

Restaurant La Riva

For gourmets the restaurant La Riva is exactly the right place. The food has an excellent reputation and the service is also outstanding. The menu also includes vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free dishes

Specials: gourmet cuisine, creatively arranged plates, high-quality products, classic and trendy dishes, monthly sushi festivals, daily recommendations from the chef

Restaurant La Patata

At Restaurant La Patata Lenzerheide, the ambience is cozy and the food is delicious. La Patata is known for meat specialties and wine. The guest with a medium budget will find what he is looking for at La Patata

specialties: meat specialties, large wine assortment, "s'gröschta in town" 300g beef fillet, daily recommendations, take away possible_

Restaurant Danis

The rustic Restaurant Danis offers reasonably priced dishes, which are seasonally adapted. The menu is quite large and includes something for every taste. The cuisine can be described as good home cooking

specials: rustic restaurant, good home cooking, seasonal ingredients, inexpensive dishes_

Lenzerheide offers you wonderful destinations and exciting activities in winter as well as in summer, which will make your vacation unforgettable. Experience an eventful and relaxing stay in Lenzerheide - the charming vacation resort in the Grisons mountains!