Your Independent Swiss Mountain Guide

Urdenbahn Arosa-Lenzerheide

Experience the Urdenbahn between Arosa and Lenzerheide, crossing the Urdental and connecting the two mountain destinations with spectacular panoramic views of the surrounding Graubünden Alps.

Explore Experience
Plan Your Trip

© Arosa Tourismus

Overview

The Urdenbahn is the spectacular connection between Arosa and Lenzerheide, crossing the Urdental high above the valley. The mountain railway links the two Alpine destinations and offers an impressive journey through the surrounding Graubünden mountain landscape.

Passengers can enjoy breathtaking views of the Urdental, Arosa and the surrounding Alps during the crossing. The Urdenbahn is also an important part of the Arosa Lenzerheide mountain experience, making it possible to explore both sides of the extensive Alpine region.

Experience

The Urdenbahn is the spectacular connection between Arosa and Lenzerheide, crossing the Urdental high above the valley. The mountain railway links the two Alpine destinations and offers an impressive journey through the surrounding Graubünden mountain landscape.

Passengers can enjoy breathtaking views of the Urdental, Arosa and the surrounding Alps during the crossing. The Urdenbahn is also an important part of the Arosa Lenzerheide mountain experience, making it possible to explore both sides of the extensive Alpine region.

The crossing itself is a highlight of the journey, combining a unique mountain railway experience with spectacular Alpine scenery. Whether you’re travelling for skiing, hiking or simply to enjoy the mountains, the Urdenbahn offers a memorable connection between Arosa and Lenzerheide.

Highlights

🚠 Unique Mountain Connection

Travel between Arosa and Lenzerheide aboard the Urdenbahn and experience one of the region’s most impressive mountain connections.

🏔️ Urdental Crossing

Cross the Urdental high above the valley and enjoy a spectacular journey between the two Alpine destinations.

🌄 Graubünden Panorama

Take in impressive views of the surrounding mountains and Alpine landscape during the crossing.

📸 Spectacular Photo Spots

Capture the dramatic Urdental, mountain peaks and the Urdenbahn from the surrounding viewpoints.

🥾 Gateway to Hiking

Use the Urdenbahn to connect with hiking trails and mountain experiences on both sides of the Arosa Lenzerheide region.

⛷️ Arosa Lenzerheide Connection

Combine the journey with skiing, hiking or other seasonal activities and explore both mountain destinations in one trip.

Route

Follow the Urdenbahn between Arosa and Lenzerheide and enjoy a spectacular journey across the Urdental. The mountain railway connects the two Alpine destinations high above the valley and offers impressive views of the surrounding Graubünden mountains.

  • 🚠 Board at Hörnli
    Begin your journey at Hörnli in Arosa and board the Urdenbahn towards Lenzerheide.
  • 🏔️ Cross the Urdental
    Travel high above the valley and enjoy the dramatic Alpine scenery surrounding the railway.
  • 🌄 Arrive at Urdenfürggli
    Reach Urdenfürggli on the Lenzerheide side and take in the panoramic views across the surrounding mountains.
  • 🚠 Continue Your Journey
    Continue exploring the Lenzerheide mountain area or return to Arosa, depending on the current operating schedule.

Timetable

🚠 Hörnli

Depart from Arosa

Begin your journey at Hörnli in Arosa and board the Urdenbahn towards Lenzerheide.

🏔️ Urdental

Cross the Urdental

Travel high above the valley and enjoy spectacular views of the surrounding Graubünden Alps.

🌄 Urdenfürggli

Arrive at Urdenfürggli

Reach the Lenzerheide side and continue your mountain experience with hiking, skiing or scenic Alpine trails.

Prices

🎫 One-Way Ticket

Adult CHF 7
Half Fare Card / GA Reduced Fare
Children (6–15) CHF 4

 

🎫 Return Ticket

Adult CHF 10
Half Fare Card / GA Reduced Fare
Children (6–15) CHF 5

Tickets

🎫 Purchase Urdenbahn tickets online or at the Arosa or Lenzerheide mountain railway stations.
📱 Mobile tickets make boarding convenient when travelling with a digital ticket.
🚆 Swiss Travel Pass and Half Fare Card benefits may apply depending on the current fare conditions.
👨‍👩‍👧 Children and families can benefit from reduced fares and special offers.
⚠️ Check current operating times and ticket availability before travelling, especially during maintenance periods.

Arosa Tickets

Tips

📷 Enjoy the panoramic views during the Urdenbahn crossing and look out across the surrounding mountain landscape.
🌤️ Travel on a clear day for the best views of the Urdental, Arosa and the surrounding Graubünden Alps.
🧥 Bring a warm layer as temperatures can be cooler at the mountain stations than in the valley.
🥾 Wear comfortable shoes if you plan to continue with hiking trails after crossing between Arosa and Lenzerheide.
📸 Keep your camera ready for spectacular views of the Urdental and surrounding peaks.
⛷️ Combine the Urdenbahn crossing with skiing, hiking or other seasonal activities on either side of the Arosa Lenzerheide region.

FAQ

The Urdenbahn is a mountain railway connecting Arosa and Lenzerheide across the Urdental. It provides a unique link between the two Alpine destinations.

The Urdenbahn connects Hörnli in Arosa with Urdenfürggli on the Lenzerheide side, crossing the Urdental high above the valley.

During the crossing, you can enjoy impressive views of the Urdental, Arosa and the surrounding Graubünden Alps.

Yes. The Urdenbahn provides access to hiking trails and mountain experiences on both sides of the Arosa Lenzerheide region.

Yes. The Urdenbahn is an important connection within the Arosa Lenzerheide ski area, allowing visitors to travel between the two mountain destinations during the winter season.