Scuol Things To Do

Hilltop Castle

by JudyinPA

One rainey day we decided to take the train to Scuol and visit the Tarasp Castle. We learned when we got there the castle was closed. We decided to walk around Scoul but it was Monday and all the stores are closed that day. We had lunch at a sports center and returned on the 10 minute train ride back to Guarda. Remember when traveling around Switzerland on Monday most stores and businesses are not open.

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	House Animals Tip Rating:

By JudyinPA on June 16, 2004

by JudyinPA

Some of the houses in the villages have barns in the basements with cattle, goats and sheep inside. These houses are built on the side of a hill whereby the animals can be taken in and out on the ground level. This farmer allowed us to go inside to watch him hand milk his cows and see his lambs. Milk is taken to the bottom of the mountain for processing in a nearby town.

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	The Mountains Tip Rating:

By JudyinPA on June 16, 2004

Distant Village

by JudyinPA

The highest mountains around Guarda are Piz Buin and Piz Silvretta. The Tuoi Hut is a two hour hike from the village. There are also hiking trails along the hillside connecting the villages of the valley. During the winter months the villages are great locations for cross-country skiing. It is fun to hike and ski to a distant village for lunch and then return.

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	Music Tip Rating:

By JudyinPA on June 16, 2004

by JudyinPA

The restaurant opening had music for entertainment . The songs sounded like traditional music played with an accordian and violin. Some of the people started dancing in the street which was difficult due to the cobblestones. It was a lot of fun for we foreigners on visit.

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By JudyinPA on June 16, 2004

Restaurant

by JudyinPA

There was an open house for a new restaurant in the village of Guarda. The owners had invited their family and other residents. We were a temporary resident and stayed to hear the music. The coffee, cakes and beer were very good when we were there. Since we were not family we had to walk up the hill to the next restaurant for a complete meal.

Address: Tourist Office, CH - 7545 Guarda

Phone: 081- 862 23 42

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	Sent Tip Rating:

Updated By german_eagle on July 21, 2003

main square in Sent

by german_eagle

Sent is another of the charming villages. It nestles on a sunny terrace about 400 metres above the valley floor. Its dominating landmark is the neo-gothic tower of its church. Sent was able to preserve many beautiful old farmhouses in local style, decorated with sgraffiti and a specialty called "Senter Giebel" - a Baroque gable.

A unique, 10 km long run far away from lifts leads down to Sent from the skiing area. It is very popular and one of the best (and most scenic) runs I know. I LOVE to ski down to Sent in the afternoon, have a drink in a cafe there and go back by bus to Scuol.

Website: www.sent.ch

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	Castle Tarasp Tip Rating:

By german_eagle on July 21, 2003

castle Tarasp, seen from
Tarasp's church

by german_eagle

The most important historical building in the Engiadina Bassa is castle Tarasp. It is located on a hill right in the middle of the valley. Due to this exceptional location it is the dominating landmark and visible from many places.

The castle was first mentioned in 1040. From outside it looks like a medieval castle, but inside you find it to be very comfortable (but romantic). The reason is, that Karl August Lingner, an entrepreneur from Dresden, bought the castle in 1900 and restored it. He also initiated to build an organ in the castle (by famous Jehmlich, Dresden). Magnificent interior from all over Graubünden and nearby Italy was used for the restoration.

opening hours: June 1 - Oct 15: daily guided tours at 14.30 and 15.30
winter: Tue and Thu 16.30 guided tours

Phone: +41/81 864 93 68

Directions: Tarasp, not to miss

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	Scuol, Mineral water fountains Tip Rating:

Updated By german_eagle on July 20, 2003

Clozza mineral water
fountain

by german_eagle

A very special thing are the mineral water fountains on some squares in Scuol. Due to a geological "window" water can get up to the surface, dissolving minerals on its way up. More than 20 places of such springs are known around Scuol, the water of 4 of them is led to fountains in Scuol.

These fountains offer two different waters: usual spring water and this very special mineral water. My favourites are to find on Plaz square in Lower Scuol and in the Clozza quarter in Upper Scuol. It is free and healthy!

Such mineral water is also used for the unbelievable spa in Scuol.

Directions: Plaz square, B?glgrond square (both Scuol Sot), Clozza quarter, La Plazzetta (both Scuol Sura)

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By german_eagle on July 20, 2003

Ardez with ruins of castle
Steinsberg above

by german_eagle

Ardez is another charming village. It is located between Scuol and Guarda. Ardez is less famous than Guarda, not as beautifully restored, but somewhat livelier and still a farmer's village.

It is full of sgraffito decorated old houses, nice fountains etc.

On a nearby hill you can find remains of the old castle Steinsberg (ruins) and enjoy the fantastic panoramic views.

Directions: about 10 km west of Scuol

Website: www.ardez.ch

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	Guarda Tip Rating:

By german_eagle on July 20, 2003

main square in Guarda

by german_eagle

Guarda is probably the most beautiful Engadine village. Its location on a sunny terrace about 200 metres above the valley floor allows breathtaking views of the valley and the more than 3000 m reaching peaks vis-a-vis. The entire village is like an open-air museum (but alive!). Magnificently decorated (Sgraffiti) houses form wonderful ensembles around well proportioned small square with fountains. Flowers everywhere.

Most houses were built in the 17th century after a firestorm. Almost all are preserved originally. Don't miss to stroll through the cobbled little streets, sit down, watch the locals (and tourists :-)) and enjoy the stunning scenery. See my Accommodation and Restaurant tips as well.