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Graubünden
Surselva
Ilanz/Glion

Rhine Gorge: Ilanz to Versam into the heart of the gorge

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Switzerland
Graubünden
Surselva
Ilanz/Glion

Rhine Gorge: Ilanz to Versam into the heart of the gorge

Moderate

4.8

(97)

576

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Rhine Gorge: Ilanz to Versam into the heart of the gorge

03:26

11.5km

160m

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This hike leads through one of Switzerland's most spectacular natural wonders: the Rhine Gorge – also known as the "Swiss Grand Canyon." Starting in Ilanz, you'll follow the Vorderrhein through a fascinating floodplain landscape. Caution: Between April 1 and July 15, entry to designated protected areas is prohibited to avoid…

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Last updated: June 16, 2025

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Start point

Train Station

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1.96 km

Ruinaulta (Rhine Gorge)

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Great hiking trail from Ilanz via Castrisch down towards Ruinaulta (Rhine Gorge). It doesn't have to be the whole route, even small sections are worthwhile!

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9.20 km

View of the Rhine Gorge

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The perfect place for a break on a bench with an amazing view.

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10.8 km

View of the railroad line

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Magnificent scenery! The Rhine Gorge was formed by a landslide over 10,000 years ago and is definitely worth a visit.

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11.5 km

End point

Train Station

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Way Types & Surfaces

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5.24 km

4.27 km

1.59 km

277 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

6.84 km

1.59 km

986 m

906 m

839 m

289 m

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Highest point (740 m)

Lowest point (650 m)

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Thursday 21 May

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May 16, 2025

This hike leads through one of Switzerland's most spectacular natural wonders: the Rhine Gorge – also known as the "Swiss Grand Canyon." Starting in Ilanz, you'll follow the Vorderrhein through a fascinating floodplain landscape. Caution: Between April 1 and July 15, entry to designated protected areas

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Trail Reviews

Daniel
March 27, 2022, Rheinschlucht Ilanz bis Versam

Beautiful hike along the Rhine from Ilanz to Versam. Always great views of the imposing Rhine Gorge. Cozy barbecue areas and opportunities to rest on various sandbanks. Highly recommended 😀👍

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The weather was so inconsistent that we even took the umbrella ☔️ with us. 😄 The path was easy to walk on. In the end, only the shoes and pants were pretty muddy.

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We set off early in the hot weather. The route mostly follows the Rhine, but the trees mean you can't see much.

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Hoi Harald, do you recognize our entry point? Under the railway line, between the bushes ...

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