The highlights in the Tamina Valley
From the spa town of Bad Ragaz, a road leads further and further into the Tamina Valley. Find out why you come across the largest arched bridge in Switzerland and centuries-old settlements here.
Thermal water
In the 13th century, two hunters from the Pfäfers Monastery discovered a steaming spring. This marked the beginning of a centuries-long tradition of bathing. The Pfäfers spa was established in the “ Taminaschlucht (Tamina Gorge).” The famous physician Paracelsus attested to the healing properties of the thermal water, which has a temperature of 36.5 degrees. Later, the thermal water was channeled to the thermal baths in Valens and Bad Ragaz.
Activities
From leisurely walks to challenging mountain tours - the Tamina Valley offers numerous hiking trails, including:
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Taminaschlucht (Tamina Gorge)-Hikes – Spectacular gorge with breathtaking rock formations
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Route of amazement Calfeisental - Historical route to the Walser settlement of St. Martin
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Pizlaun - viewing platform on the St. Margrethenberg
The bike tour on the Kunkelspass is particularly popular and the Valens thermal spa is a great place to relax.
UNESCO World Heritage Tectonic Arena Sardona
Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of the formation of the Alps! The Sardona Tectonic Arena is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and impressively shows how mountains are formed. Find out more about the famous Glarus Thrust.
