Visit the Viamala Gorge and experience this impressive monument up close. A worthwhile excursion destination even in bad weather!
Carved into the solid rock thousands of years ago by glacial ice and the waters of the Hinterrhein, there are still living traces of a fascinating history to be discovered in the Viamala Gorge.
- Visitor center in the heart of the gorge
- Natural monument in a class of its own
- 359 steps to the gorge center
- Thousands of years old strudel pots
- Up to 300 m high smoothly polished rock faces
- Spectacular bridge constructions
Viamala guided tours
Every Thursday from mid-July to mid-August at 2 pm, the Viamala Gorge and its fascinating transit history are presented in a guided tour. Can also be booked for groups on request.
Viamala Notte
Erwin Dirnberger brings many figures from the past back to life in the open stage space of the visitor center and accompanies the audience down into the nocturnal gorge with original quotes and songs.
Treasure hunt in the Viamala
Adventure for the youngest in the Viamala Gorge.
Opening hours
The Viamala Gorge is open from March 29 to November 2, 2025 as follows:
March 29 - April 30:
daily 09.00 - 18.00*
May to September:
daily 08.00 - 19.00*
October 1 - November 2:
daily 09.00 - 18.00*
During the winter season (November to March), the Viamala Gorge remains closed for safety reasons.
* Access to the gorge up to 30 minutes before closing time.
Prices
Admission prices single
Adults CHF 8.00, children (6 - 16 years) CHF 5.00
Admission prices for groups (from 10 participants / total price to be paid by one person)
Adults CHF 6.00, children (6 - 16 years) CHF 4.00
Light spectacle.
viaLuna and theater experience
Experience an unforgettable journey through the breathtaking Viamala Gorge, where colorful spotlights bring the curved rock faces to life. On selected dates, you can look forward to a brand new theater and be whisked away into an imaginative world of humor.
Combi-Tickets
Viamala Gorge and Andeer Mineral Baths
Adults CHF 24.00, children (4 - 15 years) CHF 13.00
- Available at the ticket office in the visitor center and in the Mineralbad Andeer
Viamala Gorge and St. Martin Church
Adults CHF 12.00, children (6 - 16 years) CHF 8.00
- Available at the ticket office in the visitor center.
Viamala Gorge and viaLuna
Adults CHF 20.00, children (6 - 16 years) CHF 11.00
- Available at the ticket office in the visitor center.
Payment
Payment for admissions and store items in cash in Swiss francs or euros (change in euros) and with all common electronic payment methods.
Store
Snacks, ice cream, drinks, chocolate, souvenirs, specialist and entertainment literature and various local specialties - there is plenty to discover in the store in the Viamala Gorge. From the covered terrace you have a breathtaking view down into the gorge.
There is a public toilet facility directly opposite the visitor center. Access to the toilets is subject to a charge (CHF 1 / Euro 1). The voucher you receive for this will be accepted in payment at the visitor center/shop.
Arrival
By car
Accessibility by private transport(Google Maps)
- from the north A13 / E43 direction San Bernardino, exit "Viamala P", no. 23
- from the south A13 / E43 direction Thusis, exit "Zillis Viamala", no. 25
By coach or truck
Without trailer:
Access with coaches, coaches and trucks without trailers possible. Parking facilities available.
With trailer:
Access with coaches, coaches and trucks with trailers currently not possible due to construction site.
Public transportation (bus stop Zillis, Viamala-Schlucht)
Timetable SBB CFF FFS
Parking
Limited free parking spaces are available directly at the visitor center in the Viamala Gorge.
(Overnight parking of campers and motorhomes in the parking lots in the Viamala Gorge is prohibited)
Dogs
Dogs can enter the Viamala Gorge free of charge and must be kept on a lead.
the hiking experience
Many attractive hiking trails make the Viamala Gorge a meeting point for hikers from near and far.
Canyoning Viamala
Experience the legendary Viamala Gorge from a completely new perspective, floating weightlessly in the waters of the Hinterrhein!
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