First, enjoy. Then, celebrate together.
On August 29, Splügen will become a hub for fine dining, history, and music: Stroll through the historic village center with your wine glass in hand, enjoy a four-course meal at four special locations, explore Splügen on a guided tour, and then join us for a celebration at the Bodenplatz.
Online ticket sales end on Saturday, August 29, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. Tickets will also be available on Saturday at the Viamala Visitor Information Center, 46 Italienische Strasse , 7435 Splügen!
11:15 a.m.–approx. 4:00 p.m., Culinary Tour of Splügen
4 courses · 4 stops · wine · guided tour
CHF 75.– per person · Ticket required
Starting at 4:00 p.m., anniversary celebration at Bodenplatz
Music · Food and drinks · Socializing · Official anniversary program
Free admission · Everyone is welcome
Here's what's included in your ticket.
Date: Saturday , August 29, 2026
Location: Splügen
Price: CHF 75.00
Included in the ticket:
- A Culinary Tour Featuring Regional Specialties and Wine
- A guided tour of your choice
- Unrestricted use of public transportation on the Rhäzüns–Splügen–Chiavenna route (round trip)
- Linen apron & engraved wine glass as a souvenir to take home
Four courses. Four stops. A village full of stories.
Make your way from station to station through Splügen and discover what’s on the menu on this anniversary day.
Here's what you can expect:
Welcome Reception: Cheese and Sausage Specialties from Splügen
Appetizer: Marinated char on a bed of vegetables & Splügner beer
Main Course: Valtellinese Pizzoccheri
Dessert: A Sweet Surprise
In Your Glass: These dishes are paired with select wines from Salis in Graubünden, Hermau in Val Chiavenna, and Mamete Prevostini in Valtellina.
When does it start?
When purchasing your ticket, select your start time:
11:15 · 11:45 · 12:15 · 12:45 · 1:15 p.m.
The number of spots per start time is limited.
Your guidance. Your choice.
Your culinary tour includes a guided tour of your choice. Decide for yourself which side of Splügen you'd like to explore:
Mule Train Tour
- 11:15 a.m., starting at the airfield
Guided Tour of Splügen
- 12:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m., starting at the Rheinwald Museum
Historical Village Tour
- 12:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m., starting at Bodenplatz
Architectural Tour of the Historic Village Center
- 10:15 a.m. and 1:15 p.m., starting at the church
Would you rather discover it for yourself?
As an alternative to the guided tour, you can use your ticket to visit the museum at Rheinwald .
One of these four options is included in your "Taste Tour" ticket.
There's even more going on all around
Even outside of your culinary tour, there’s plenty to discover in Splügen. These activities are open to everyone and don’t require a reservation.
1:00–4:00 p.m. | “Vi mando nel nome di Dio – Stories Told Through Documents”
At Stall 13, Erwin Dirnberger brings original historical documents and stories about the trade routes across the Splügen Pass to life.
2:00–4:00 p.m. | Goat Trekking
Discover Splügen with the goats—for young and old alike.
Meeting place: underem Büel 4
2:00–4:00 p.m. | For little explorers:
Family activities and a painting station for children.
Full Day | Splügen Dragon Trail
Want to explore even more? The Drachenweg trail takes you on a varied discovery tour through Splügen—a wonderful experience, especially for families and young adventurers.
Brochure for the Culinary Walking Tour
Celebrate with us.
Free admission
Date: Saturday , August 29, 2026, starting at 4:00 p.m.
Location: Bodenplatz , Splügen
Admission: Free
Here's what you can expect:
- Festival food stand featuring regional specialties
- Music with D'Hüscherer, Charly's Engel, and Rabarbaro Swing
- Speeches beginning around 5:00 p.m.
- A Relaxing Evening in the Village
Ceremony and Evening Program
The official anniversary celebration marking the 25th anniversary of viaSpluga begins at 4:00 p.m. Together with guests, partners, locals, and long-time supporters, we will look back on the eventful history and special significance of this unique cultural and long-distance hiking trail. Join us for a festive occasion of remembrance, sharing, and celebration.
The anniversary celebration then comes to a close with music, food, and socializing in the village.
You can look forward to:
- Speeches by:
- Christian Simmen, President of the Municipality of Rheinwald
- Davide Trussoni, President of the Comunità Montana Valchiavenna
- Reto Thörig, Director of Viamala Tourism
- Musical Accompaniment
- Wine and Culinary Offerings
- A Relaxing End to the Day in Splügen
Splügen is easily accessible by public transportation or by car.
By public transportation:
Take theRhaetian Railway to Thusis and then continue by PostBus to Splügen. The ticket for the vi(v)a Spluga event includes round-trip travel by public transportation on the Rhäzüns–Splügen–Chiavenna route.
By car:
Splügen is located on the A13 and is easily accessible from Chur and from the south. Parking is available at the Splügen-Tambo Bergbahnen parking lot as well as at other marked locations.
We recommend traveling by public transportation.
The Culinary Tour was created in collaboration with:
- Municipality of Rheinwald
- Speluca Brewery & Gourmet Hotel
- Hotel Bodenhaus
- Suretta
Hotel & Camping
No registration is required to attend the anniversary program. However, a ticket with a start time is required for the culinary tour.
You’ll book a ticket with a start time. At the scheduled time, you’ll receive the necessary materials at check-in and then set off on a culinary tour of Splügen.
Yes. The anniversary celebration is aimed at visitors, locals, families, culture enthusiasts, and connoisseurs. Certain events are particularly well-suited for children and families.
The event is planned as a village and cultural experience. Individual program items may be adjusted depending on the weather. Up-to-date information will be posted on this page prior to the event.
Yes. The anniversary is the perfect opportunity to explore the viaSpluga before or after the event, or to plan an overnight stay in Splügen.