Scuol
Graubünden
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Situated in the farthest corner of Switzerland in the beautiful Lower Engadin you will find the spa resort of Scuol which is split into two traditional areas ‘lower’ and ‘upper’ with the main street running between the two. This authentic Engadin village with its old town squares and narrow streets dominated by 500 year old Engadin houses with their traditional ‘Sgraffiti’ decorated walls. Unique to Scuol are the 10 spa fountains which have two pipes of running water - one for normal drinking water and the other with natural mineral water.
The Lower Engadin has been isolated over the centuries and is proud of its heritage and Romansch culture which is still spoken and taught in schools although there are many different dialects even between neighbouring villages.
Scuol is on the edge of the Swiss National Park which is the largest protected area in Switzerland. In addition to the many trekking trails in the park there is also an interactive exhibition at the visitor centre in nearby Zernez.
Staying in Scuol? ....
Use public transport FREE of charge!
When you stay at our featured hotels you will receive a FREE transport pass valid for the local railway, postbus, cable car and chair lifts on the Motte Naluns. This really helps you get the most from your holiday in this beautiful and largely unspoilt area. This card will be issued to you on arrival at the hotel
Scuol Hotels
| Romantik Boutique-Hotel GuardaVal |  |
| Hotel Belvedere |
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Motta Naluns
The eight person cable cars whisk you up from Scuol at 1,250m to Motta Naluns at 2,146m where you can take in the wonderful views while you enjoy refreshments or lunch at the mountain restaurant. There is a panoramic walk of around an hour to Prui where you will be tempted with another mountain restaurant before you take the chair lift down to Ftan and either walk or take the Postbus back to Scuol. Your transport tickets are FREE from our selected hotels. Operates from the end of May to end of October
The Swiss National Park
The Swiss National Park was founded in 1914 and is a strictly protected wilderness where flora and fauna can develop freely and the natural processes are allowed to run their course unhindered. A visit to the National Park offers a fascinating experience amidst a truly natural landscape. It is well worth visiting the National Park Centre at Zernez before setting off to explore the area along its many walking trails and you can also take the Postbus from Zernez to various stops within the National Park.
Tarasp Castle
This impressive castle which you can see from the train just before Scuol, dates back to 11th century and belonged to Austria until 1803 and although it was laid siege to and fought over several times it was never captured. After it was transferred to Swiss Graubünden ownership it fell into disrepair until it was bought in 1900 by Karl Lingner who was captivated by the empty and decaying castle and he had it completely restored. Sadly he died before he was able to move into the castle. Since 1919, Tarasp Castle is open to visitors, who can view the knights' halls and ballrooms, old bedrooms, the castle chapel and the organ with its 2,500 pipes. The castle also offers public organ concerts during the summer.
Guided tours are available and you can travel from Scuol by Postbus.
Guarda village
Regarded by many as the best preserved Engadin Village, Guarda boasts beautifully painted façades of traditional Engadin houses from the first half of the 17th century. It is one of the most important villages in Switzerland and is under preservation orders to maintain its unique village architecture. A guided tour in English is run every Monday afternoon at 4.30pm and is recommended to understand the unique significance of Guarda. You can travel to Guarda by rail or Postbus.
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Ardez
The Steinsberg Castle and Luzius Chapel are the emblems of this charming village. Since being built in the early 13th century the castle has changed hands many times. In 1449 the Austrians entered the valley and plundered many villages and since then the castle has never been rebuilt. Guided tours in English are run every Tuesday: the castle at 9am and the village at 10.30am. There is an easy walking trail from Scuol to Ardez or you can travel by rail or Postbus.
Samnaun – A tax-free village
The attractive former smugglers’ paradise of Samnaun, located in the Swiss, Austrian and Italian triangle, has developed into a resort for hiking enthusiasts and shoppers who reap the benefits of the only tax-free resort in Switzerland. In addition to low-price shopping, the village of Samnaun which lies at 1,828m offers unspoilt nature with its mountainous horizons of the Bernina mountains. You can travel to Samnaun by Postbus.
Walking in the area
The area prides itself on a vast range of walking opportunities from the gentle ‘panoramic walks’ to the high alpine trails.
