53 Bernina Tour Switzerland: Stage 1 Poschiavo-Bernina Pass

The multi-day hike starts in the lovely Val Poschiavo. Take a deep breath again, because the Bernina route starts with an ascent of over 1200 meters. But don't worry, the constantly changing views and landscapes make the steepness less noticeable over time. And there are plenty of worthwhile "rest stops" for a break.

Starting from the village, the ascent begins and the path winds up past alpine pastures and through deciduous and coniferous forests to Cavaglia, always following the Cavaglia signpost. If there is enough time, it is worth visiting the Glacier Garden in Cavaglia. Not only are the beautifully cleaned glacial mills impressive, but the view of Val Poschiavo is spectacular. Past Cavaglia station, the Bernina route leads through the gorge and past Lagh da Palü up to the famous Alp Grüm curve of the Rhaetian Railway. A stop at Alp Grüm should definitely be planned with a refreshment in one of the two beautiful panoramic restaurants (Alp Grüm station buffet or Restaurant Belvedere).

Once Lago Bianco is reached, it is not far to the stage end point at Ospizio Bernina station.

Further information
Engadin Tourism AG
Via Maistra 1
CH-7500 St. Moritz
Phone: +41 81 830 00 01
E-mail: allegra@engadin.ch 
Website: www.engadin.ch 

Website: www.valposchiavo.ch

Booking
Eurotrek AG
Zürcherstrasse 42
CH-8103 Unterengstringen
Phone: +41 44 316 10 00
E-mail: eurotrek@eurotrek.ch 
Website: www.eurotrek.ch/bernina-tour-6-5

Depending on your fitness, the route can also be shortened by using the Rhaetian Railway for a section as a "climbing aid".

Poschiavo - Cavaglia - Alp Grüm - Lago Bianco - Ospizio Bernina