Flims and the surrounding area is a must for friends of nature and hobby geologists. Where else in the whole world can you find geological sensations like the imposing Rhine Gorge, the half-yearly Martinsloch phenomena or the Glarner Rift, which have been designated by UNESCO as unique natural world heritage sites in so few square kilometres of one another?

Rhine Gorge

What began with the Flims landslide presents itself today as a unique natural backdrop. Over the last 10,000 years, the Rhine has cut its path though the rocks between Illanz and Reichenau. A gorge has formed that deservedly carries the title Swiss Grand Canyon. The bizarre shapes of the rock formations framed by pine forests fascinate train passengers, hikers and river rafters from the whole world.

Segnesboden

Every visit to the upper or lower Segnesboden is different. The waterways of national importance in both the upper and lower plateau are constantly changing their paths creating ever-new patterns and lakes in the swamped wetlands.

Vorabgletscher [Vorab Glacier]

After the skiers and snowboarders have left the slopes of the Vorabgletscher, peace returns in summer. It is easy to succumb to the charm of the snout of the glacier. A glacial walk, however, demands good equipment (ropes & ice-pick) and should only be done accompanied by a mountain guide.

Tschingelhörner & Martinsloch

The jagged spikes of the Tschingelhörner can hardly be overlooked. Twice a year, however, the lower lying Martinsloch steals the show. In March and in October the sun shines for a short time through the 19 m big hole and onto the church spire of Elm. A unique experience.

Flimser Grosswald

The Flimser Grosswald belongs to the biggest single connected wooded area in Graubünden. Its interior awakes the explorer spirit in big and small visitors and invites you to stay a while. The mixed forest does not just attract hikers and walkers but also contributes importantly to the fresh Flimser mountain air.

Moulins

On the Mora Alp visitors can experience for themselves what water, stone and lots of time can create together. Over centuries the Malien stream has turned tills in the rock and created beautifully shaped troughs.

Glarner Rift

The geological fact that younger stone lies on older stone can only insufficiently explain the magic of the Glarner Rift.

High-lying Bargis valley

Everyone can access the high-lying Bargis valley. Whether it’s along the limestone walls of the Flimserstein, over the demanding descent from Cassonsgrat Ridge comfortably with the regional bus. Once you’ve reached it, a cosy inn awaits you.

Mountain Lakes

The combination of turquoise water and dark green trees is one of the trademarks of Flims. Lake Cauma, Lake Cresta  and Laax lake invite you for a swim. But the Lag Prau Tuleritg and the Lag Prau Pulté are also worth a trip.

Flimserstein & Cassonsgrat Ridge

Bare limestone rock faces, the tear-off area of the Flims landslide, remind us even today of the gigantic natural catastrophe. It is also a topic on the nature trail on Cassonsgrat Ridge that informs you about geology as well as on flora and fauna of the region.