Valserberg - Walser Trail

The trail leads past one of the oldest houses in Vals, the "Abersch Hus" (pure round timber joinery). In the Peil Valley you come across farmsteads scattered about as well as "Tachli" (thatched roofs) and can find lush green hay meadows that extend right up to the alp land. Rugged ridges, numerous streams and the valley floor's flood plain vegetation give the far end of the Peil Valley its wonderfully stunning countryside. On Mount Valserberg you then enjoy wonderful views over the San Bernardino Pass as well as fantastic views over the peaks of Vals and its surrounding areas.

Mount Valserberg is a historical transit route: Until the new road to Ilanz was built in 1879/ 80 all goods headed south were transported to the Hinterrhein over the Valserberg. The legendary mountain haulers mainly carried their heavy loads over the Valserberg during the winter months. The people of Vals also took livestock over the mountain to Bellenz (Bellinzona) and Lauis (Lugano) to be sold at southern markets.