A clear landmark in Ravaisch is the valley station of the mountain railways: the animal discovery trail starts here, and the double-decker cable car takes visitors from here to Alp Trider Sattel. The PostBus from Scuol also reaches the valley station. This gives you a specific connection into the mountains as well as trails with different starting points to choose from when planning your trip.
Hiking and Discovering the Landscape
The “Ravaischer Salaas – Alptrider Sattel” hiking route starts at the Samnaun-Ravaisch, Dorf stop and passes Piz Ot. The Ravaischer Salaas, at an elevation of 2,597 metres, offers a different kind of landscape: gypsum sinkholes shape terrain reminiscent of a lunar landscape. Above Ravaisch, marked plant trails offer an insight into alpine flora.
The animal discovery trail starts at the valley station and leads through a mixed forest to a farm near Kalvarienberg. Along the way, 20 information boards share facts about animals, from marmots to badgers. If you’d like to combine exercise with workouts, the Zurich vitaparcours offers a 2.3-kilometre loop through the forest. There are 43 exercise options in total at 15 stations, covering flexibility, strength and endurance; the circuit is also suitable for walkers.
Another nature and leisure spot lies between Samnaun Dorf and Samnaun-Ravaisch: the Clis da Ravaisch natural ice rink. You can go ice skating, play curling or hockey there, and equipment and gear can be rented directly at the rink. Use is seasonal, and rental options may change. The 18-hole family disc golf course is also located in the open woodland between the two villages. The disc golf courses in the Samnaun area are freely accessible; the course season runs from May to November, provided the terrain is free of snow.
Winter Trails and Different Routes
The “Samnaun-Plan (ST2)” snowshoe trail starts in Samnaun-Ravaisch, below the valley road near Appartement Tirana. It follows the Schergenbach gently downhill to Samnaun-Laret. From there, you can take the SamnaunBus back to the starting point. By contrast, the route to Alp Trider Sattel is defined by its path past Piz Ot. The two routes therefore differ in their starting points, direction and destination.
The Samnaun Dorf cross-country ski trail (L1) is groomed for both classic and skating techniques and heads towards Clis da Ravaisch. It is regularly groomed when conditions are good, so snow and weather conditions determine when the trail can be used in this form. If you’re planning a stay focused on winter activities, it’s worth checking the latest conditions, particularly at the natural ice rink.
Mountain Railway, Views and Bike Trails
The double-decker cable car from the valley station in Samnaun-Ravaisch leads to Alp Trider Sattel and provides access to the cross-border Silvretta Ski-Arena ski area, which connects the Swiss village of Samnaun with Ischgl in Austria. For days focused on the ski area, this mountain railway connection is a useful landmark when choosing accommodation.
There are also different options for biking. The “Samnaun-Ravaisch – Chè d’Mot” bike trail starts at the chapel, heads towards Tschischanaderet and returns to Ravaisch along a singletrack. From the Chè d’Mot viewpoint, you can look across the Samnaun mountains to Stammerjoch, Muttler and Piz Motnair. The “Salaaser Kopf [SwitzerlandMobility No. 445]” mountain bike tour starts at the mountain railway valley station. The “7190 Bergli Trail” requires riding confidence, balance and technical skill; it can be reached by PostBus at the valley station and includes a flowing singletrack section. In summer, Samnaun-Ravaisch also offers a downhill trail for fast descents.
The chapel in Samnaun-Ravaisch is also a local landmark and is known as the Chapel of St. Charles Borromeo. When looking for a holiday apartment, you can choose what matters most to you, such as hiking trails and nature, the mountain railway or winter activities. The specific starting points and seasonal conditions can help you choose the right days for your plans.
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