Viamala Gorge
Viamala
A narrow, deep gorge cut by the Hinterrhein; descend 321 steps to the canyon floor to see giant potholes ground out by the flowing water.
An ancient dangerous route across the Alps, 'Viamala' means 'dangerous road'. The cliffs rise up to 300 metres, and at the narrowest point the gap is only a few metres wide. Beside the visitor centre, 321 steps lead down to a walkway on the canyon floor, where you can see the rushing water and potholes up close. Goethe and Turner both left works inspired by this place. Entry costs about CHF 7, and it is open roughly April to October. It lies south of Thusis, about 35 minutes' drive from Chur, and can be combined with a visit to the Zillis church.
Opening hours
Around April–October, 09:00–18:00
Nearby sights
- St. Martin's Church, Zillis
- Lenzerheide & Heidsee
- Parpaner Rothorn
- Brambrüesch
- Rhine Gorge (Ruinaulta)
- Il Spir Viewing Platform
- Chur Old Town
- St. Martin's Church, Chur