1^CLASS GRAUBUNDEN PASS 2 DAYS

Embark on an unforgettable journey along the Bernina and Albula lines of the Rhaetian Railway. With the graubündenPASS, you can make stopovers, enjoy overnight stays, and seamlessly continue your adventure on subsequent days, all with one convenient ticket.

Why Choose the graubündenPASS?

1. Immersive Experience: It's the perfect choice for those wishing to fully immerse themselves in the thrilling experience of traversing the Canton of Graubünden aboard the Rhaetian Railway trains over several days.

2. Travel Freedom: Gain the flexibility to travel at your leisure, anytime within your chosen validity period and designated zone.

3. Explore More for Less: Unlock numerous discounts on selected ski lifts and various public transport options.

4. Family-Friendly Value: A truly remarkable offer for families! One adult can bring along up to two children (up to 16 years of age) at no additional cost.

Pro-Tip for Families: Even if you only plan the Tirano-Chur return trip, the graubündenPASS ensures guaranteed savings!

Your ticket is valid in the canton of Graubünden on the network of the Rhaetian Railway, the Swiss Federal Railways (SBB Chur - Bad Ragaz), the Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn (Disentis / Mustér - Oberalp Pass), PostBus Switzerland Ltd, transport of Davos, Engadina Bus, the city bus Chur, the Silvestri Bus Livigno, the local buses of Klosters, Scuol and St. Moritz, the Martina-Malles and Martina-Landeck section as well as the Rhäzüns – Feldis cable car. You can also travel by postbus with the Palm Express from Lugano to Chiavenna, take the Spluga Pass road to Chiavenna, use the Heidibus line from Maienfeld to the village of Heidi and up to Balzers, and also travel from Lugano to Tirano on the Bernina Express bus.
Please note: Seat reservations on panoramic trains (such as the Bernina Express) are mandatory and must be paid for separately.

Places of Interest Along the Route from Tirano to Chur

• Tirano (Italy): The Italian starting/ending point, home to the Sanctuary of the Madonna di Tirano and a historic town center worth exploring.
• Brusio: Famous for its iconic spiral viaduct.
• Poschiavo: A charming Swiss village boasting historic architecture and Italian influences, perfect for a leisurely stroll.
• Cavaglia: Discover the "Glacier Garden" and the fascinating "giants' kettles" (rock cavities smoothed by water).
• Alp Grüm: A panoramic station at 2,091 m (6,859 ft) above sea level, offering breathtaking views over the Valposchiavo and the Palü Glacier.
• Ospizio Bernina: The highest point of the route (2,253 m / 7,392 ft above sea level), nestled between Lago Bianco and Lago Nero, where the landscape becomes distinctly alpine.
• Morteratsch: A strategic stop for a walk to the tongue of the Morteratsch Glacier and a visit to the alpine dairy in summer.
• Pontresina: An enchanting mountain resort, serving as a departure point for hikes
• St. Moritz: A renowned luxury resort, famous for its lake, sporting events, and cosmopolitan atmosphere.
• Filisur: A strategic railway junction; from here, you can admire the famous Landwasser Viaduct.
• Bergün/Bravuogn: A captivating railway village that's central to the charm of the Albula Line, featuring the Albula Railway Museum.
• Preda: The highest point on the Albula Line before entering the Albula Tunnel.
• Thusis: Known as the "Gateway to Viamala," it's a vital connection point between the Albula Line and other valleys.
• Coira (Chur): Switzerland's oldest city, offering a rich historical and cultural heritage.

The route boasts an impressive 196 viaducts and bridges, with several standing out for their beauty and daring engineering:

• Brusio Circular Viaduct: A unique spiral structure that allows the train to overcome a significant altitude difference in a confined space, offering a spectacular 360-degree view. 
• Landwasser Viaduct: An iconic seven-arch construction that curves directly into a rock tunnel.

Beyond these, the journey includes 55 tunnels and numerous switchbacks, ingeniously designed to help the train conquer extreme gradients without the need for cogwheels. This makes the Rhaetian Railway the highest narrow-gauge railway in Europe with free transit (meaning, it operates without cogwheels on steep sections).

Regional Train Tickets (Rhaetian Railway)

Seat Reservation

Please arrive at the station 25-30 minutes prior to departure to ensure you have enough time to locate your seats.
Your Classic ticket is valid on all classic trains on this route  As we don't know which specific train you'll board, some carriages may experience overcrowding, especially at busy periods.

Ticket cancellations and changes are permitted up to 48 hours before the ticket's validity begins.
Please contact our booking office by email at bernina@treninorosso.it.
A cancellation/modification fee of €10.00 per person applies