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Engadin

Switzerland's first and oldest national park awaits you in the Engadin. Hike through the ruggedly romantic Val Roseg, with postcard-worthy views of the Upper Engadin lakes and Piz Bernina, and explore the idyllic Romansh-speaking valley and its timeless villages of sturdy stone houses and painted facades.

Cross the Swiss Alps from Klosters to Tirano, following the Via Albula and Via Valtellina via Davos, Bergün and Pontresina and finishing in Italy with a cold glass of local white wine. Or start the Glacier Express Rail and Hike in Pontresina, riding the Bernina line to Alp Grüm before taking the train to Zermatt.

Whichever trip you choose, rest assured we've picked the best accommodation and hikes these areas have to offer.

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Routes in Engadin

  • Italy · Switzerland

    Across the Swiss Alps: Klosters to Tirano

    • Walking
    • 8 days
    • Moderate
    from$3,005CAD pp
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  • Switzerland

    The Glacier Express Rail and Hike

    • Walking
    • 8 days
    • Easy - Moderate
    from$4,745CAD pp
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Here's why the Engadin is a favorite with self-guided travelers:

  • The Bernina line, the most spectacular way to cross the Alps by train
  • Timeless villages, tranquil meadows and Switzerland's oldest national park
  • Close-up views of the glaciers of the Bernina range
  • An extensive, well-established network of mountain and valley trails
  • Local charcuterie and Alpine cheeses after a day on the trails

Engadin like a local

  • Which trips can I take in the Engadin?

    Across the Swiss Alps: Klosters to Tirano, an 8-day walk ending in Italy, and the 8-day Glacier Express Rail and Hike from Pontresina to Zermatt.

  • When's the best time to visit the Engadin?

    Summer. Klosters to Tirano runs from June to September, and the Glacier Express Rail and Hike from July to September.

  • What's the terrain like?

    An extensive network of well-established mountain and valley trails, past glaciers, Alpine meadows and turquoise lakes.

  • What language is spoken?

    The Engadin is a Romansh-speaking valley – Romansh is one of Switzerland's four official languages – though German is widely spoken too.

  • Where will I stay?

    In hand-picked hotels and guesthouses in traditional Alpine villages.

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