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The Rhaetian Railway to Arosa is a scenic train journey connecting Chur with the mountain village of Arosa. The line winds its way through the spectacular Schanfigg valley, offering impressive views of forests, mountain villages and the surrounding Alpine landscape.
Passengers can enjoy changing views of the Graubünden mountains throughout the journey as the train climbs from Chur towards Arosa at the end of the valley.
The Rhaetian Railway to Arosa is one of the most scenic ways to reach the Alpine resort, taking you from Chur through the Schanfigg valley and into the mountain landscape of Graubünden. The journey combines railway heritage with changing views as the train climbs towards Arosa.
Along the way, passengers can enjoy views of the Schanfigg valley, forests, mountain villages and surrounding Alpine peaks. The changing landscape makes the journey part of the experience, with steep slopes, wooded sections and dramatic mountain scenery accompanying the route.
Arriving in Arosa, you are perfectly placed to continue exploring the region by local transport, mountain railway or on foot. Whether you are travelling for a mountain holiday, a scenic railway experience or simply want to avoid the car, the Rhaetian Railway offers a memorable connection from Chur into the heart of the Graubünden mountains.
Highlights
Travel from Chur to Arosa aboard the Rhaetian Railway and enjoy a memorable journey through the Alpine landscape of Graubünden.
Watch the scenery change as the railway climbs from Chur into the mountains of the Schanfigg valley.
Enjoy scenic views as the railway travels through the Schanfigg valley, with forests, mountain villages and steep Alpine slopes along the route.
Keep your camera ready for mountain valleys, forests, villages and dramatic Alpine scenery along the journey to Arosa.
Experience the historic Rhaetian Railway connection between Chur and Arosa, which has been linking the city with the mountain resort for more than a century.
Arrive in Arosa and continue your journey with local transport, mountain railways, hiking trails and other Alpine experiences.
Follow the Rhaetian Railway to Arosa from Chur through the Schanfigg valley into the Alpine landscape of Graubünden. Enjoy a scenic railway journey through forests, mountain villages and dramatic valley scenery as the train climbs towards Arosa.
Timetable
Begin your journey aboard the Rhaetian Railway towards Arosa.
Follow the railway through the Schanfigg valley and enjoy views of forests, mountain villages and steep Alpine slopes.
Reach Arosa at the end of the line and continue your Alpine adventure by local transport, mountain railway or on foot.
Prices
| Adult | Check Current Price |
| Half Fare Card / GA | Reduced Fare |
| Children | Discounts Available |
| Adult | Check Current Price |
| Half Fare Card / GA | Reduced Fare |
| Children | Discounts Available |
Tickets
| Adult | Check Current Price |
| Half Fare Card / GA | Reduced Fare |
| Children | Discounts Available |
| Adult | Check Current Price |
| Half Fare Card / GA | Reduced Fare |
| Children | Discounts Available |
Tips
FAQ
The Rhaetian Railway operates direct trains from Chur to Arosa through the scenic Schanfigg valley.
The journey takes around one hour, depending on the current timetable.
Yes. The route passes through forests, mountain villages and impressive Alpine landscapes.
Yes, the Swiss Travel Pass is generally valid on the RhB route between Chur and Arosa. Check the current fare conditions before travelling.
The train arrives at Arosa railway station, conveniently located in the village and close to local buses, hotels and mountain attractions.