A spectacular trail leads from Domleschg through the Schinschlucht gorge. The climb to the hamlet of Muldain is rewarded with spectacular views. The Solis viaduct and St. Peters church in Mistail dating from the 8th century form more highlights on this hike.

The second section leads to one of the highlights of the Via Albula/Bernina, the impressive Landwasser viaduct. Prior to this it runs alongside the foaming Albula river and then on the «Wasserweg ansaina» to a scenic spot for a souvenir photo of the world-famous RhB Rhaetian Railway viaduct. You then continue past Filisur with its historic village centre. Passing the tanzenden Hexen von Bellaluna (dancing witches of Bellaluna) the trail leads up to the well-kept, historic railway station at Stugl. Finishing point at Bergün with its Engadin houses, a mecca for railway enthusiasts.

Hike through a true masterpiece of engineering. The mountain hike follows the banks of the Albula river, and several times crosses the railway line, which along this stretch features the boldest of railway routes. The Bahnerlebnisweg (Railway experience trail) illustrates this 100-year-old railway engineering feat.Past Preda, the mountain hike leads past the crystal-clear Palpuogna lake, over Weissenstein Alp or Crap Alv up to the Fuorcla Crap Alv (2466 m altitude) and steeply down into Val Bever to the idyllic stage destination of Spinas. From here by train to St.Moritz.

By train you reach Morteratsch, where you hike through moorland and alpine pastures to the Bernina Pass. Here one highlight follows the other: Stazerwald, Pontresina, Glacier World, watershed Lago Bianco-Lej Nair and the highest mountains in Graubünden. After Lago Bianco, colored white by the glacier water, to the fantastic viewpoint Sassal Mason with a view of Piz Palü with its almost tangible glacier, the heart-shaped Lagh da Palü, Alp Grüm and the Val Poschiavo.

Steep descend towards Seebodenalp, one of the most spectacular viewpoints in the Swiss mountains. Take a break in the mountain hut. If you want, you can shorten today’s hike by cable car down to Küssnacht am Rigi. From there you get back to Luzern by ship.

Along the way, the massive curved Brusio viaduct will amaze you. The varied route leads through orchards, chestnut groves and vineyards to Italy. S. Perpetua in Tirano gives an excellent overview of the Mediterranean landscape and the town with its venerable palazzi.

In 1845, a large part of Thusis was destroyed by fire. The elegant mansions in the newly built Neudorf are the first highlight of your hiking week. Thusis is the starting point of the Rhaetian Railway and the gateway to the Domleschg region, with its many castles.

From Domleschg, a spectacular trail leads through the Schin Gorge. The ascent up to the small village of Muldain is rewarded with a magnificent view. The Solis Viaduct and the 8th-century St. Peter's Church in Mistail are further highlights of this hiking stage.

Today, a special highlight of your walking holiday awaits you: the imposing Landwasser Viaduct. First, you’ll hike alongside the foaming Albula River and follow the ‘Wasserweg ansaina’ trail to the popular photo spot of the world-famous RhB Rhaetian Railway Viaduct. You’ll pass by the steeped in legend ‘dancing witches of Bellaluna’ and head up to the historic Stugl train station. The final stop, Bergün, with its Engadine-style houses and railway museum, is considered a mecca for railway enthusiasts.

Hike through a true masterpiece of engineering. The mountain trail to Preda follows the banks of the Albula River and crosses the railway tracks several times, this section features the most daring route of the entire line. The Railway Discovery Trail explains this century-old feat of railway engineering. The route continues past the crystal-clear Lake Palpuogna and over the Weissenstein or Crap Alv to the Fuorcla Crap Alv, before descending steeply through the Val Bever to the idyllic village of Spinas. Continue by train to St. Moritz.

By train you reach Morteratsch, where you’ll hike through moorland and alpine meadows up to the Bernina Pass. Here, one highlight follows another: the Staz Forest, Pontresina, the glacial landscape, the Lago Bianco–Lej Nair watershed, and the highest mountains in Graubünden. After passing Lago Bianco – its waters whitened by glacial meltwater – you’ll reach the fantastic Sassal Mason viewpoint, offering views of Piz Palü with its glacier that seems almost within reach, the heart-shaped Lagh da Palü, Alp Grüm, and the Val Poschiavo.

The idyllic high valley of Cavaglia invites you to linger, and a detour to the glacial mills – which have been made easily accessible – is definitely worthwhile. Just like the Rhaetian Railway, the hiking trail winds its way down the slope to the Poschiavo valley floor. A relaxing day’s walk to savour.

The impressive Brusio Circular Viaduct is sure to amaze you and make you want to stay for a while. You’ll enjoy a varied walk through orchards, chestnut groves, and vineyards, crossing the border into Italy. At the end of your final stage, high above, you’ll be rewarded with a picturesque view of the Mediterranean-style landscape and the town of Tirano with its stately palazzi from the Church of Santa Perpetua.