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Safiental
Spend 1–2 days in Safiental for hiking and cultural sights; reach by train to Versam‑Safien and bus, no car needed.
Safiental is a remote Alpine valley in Graubünden, reachable by train to Versam‑Safien and a limited bus service. Its main attractions are the story trail, a solar‑powered ski lift, local museums and traditional guesthouses. One to two days allow a hike on the 11 km story trail and a short ski lift ride, plus time for a meal and a night in the valley.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- CHF
- Best months
- Jun–Sep, Dec–Mar
- avoid Oct–Nov (limited bus service)
- Airports
- ZRH · BSL
- Nights
- 1–2
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Safiental112 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Safiental, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the Swiss franc (CHF).Switzerland-wide
- SIM or eSIMSwisscom, Sunrise and Salt sell prepaid SIMs (ID needed); Swisscom covers the most mountain terrain.Switzerland-wide
- Tap waterTap and fountain water is excellent.Switzerland-wide
- TippingRestaurant: Service included; round up or leave 5–10% for good service.Switzerland-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/J. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Switzerland-wide
- SafetySafiental is low‑risk; main concerns are limited transport and winter road closures.
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- RestroomsStation toilets cost CHF 1–2 (≈ US$2–3); restaurants and department stores are free for customers.Switzerland-wide
- Emergency numbers112 police · 144 ambulance · 118 fire (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysShops close early on Saturday in small towns and all day Sunday, except stations and airports.Switzerland-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportZRH Zurich Airport (About 2 h by train to Versam-Safien, then bus into the valley.).
- Getting aroundOne‑lane road and hourly postal bus from Versam‑Safien; walking is the main mode inside the valley.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Budget bedHostel dorm bed, a night, per personCHF 30 (≈ US$40)
- Mid-range bedDouble room in hotel, a night, per roomCHF 130 (≈ US$170)
- High-end bedDouble room in hotel, a night, per roomCHF 200 (≈ US$250)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget CHF 60 (≈ US$75) · Mid CHF 120 (≈ US$150) · High CHF 200 (≈ US$250)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- ZRH Zurich Airport (About 2 h by train to Versam-Safien, then bus into the valley.) · BSL EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg (About 2.5 h by train to Versam-Safien, then bus.)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
Feb
Best
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
Mar
Best
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
Apr
not flagged
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
May
not flagged
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
Jun
Best
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
Jul
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Aug
Best
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Sep
Best
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
Oct
Avoid
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
Nov
Avoid
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
Dec
Best
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
Best: Jun–Sep, Dec–Mar. Avoid: Oct–Nov. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)), coolest Jan (−7°C (19°F)19°F (−7°C) low), wettest Jul (12 rain days), driest Feb (6). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Safiental: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
−7°C (19°F)19°F (−7°C)
7 rd
Feb
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
−5°C (23°F)23°F (−5°C)
6 rd
Mar
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
8 rd
Apr
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
9 rd
May
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
10 rd
Jun
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
11 rd
Jul
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
12 rd
Aug
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
11 rd
Sep
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
9 rd
Oct
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
8 rd
Nov
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
7 rd
Dec
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
−5°C (23°F)23°F (−5°C)
7 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
One‑lane road and hourly postal bus from Versam‑Safien; walking is the main mode inside the valley.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Safiental story trail
goDoor to door: ≈2 h total from Versam‑Safien stop
Bus to Enthälb, then follow sign 735/35; 11 km (6.8 mi), 4 h easy hikeBus to Enthälb, then follow sign 735/35; 6.8 mi (11 km), 4 h easy hike
App or brochure provides local tales in Swiss German dialect.
Solar ski lift Tenna
goDoor to door: ≈1.5 h total
Bus to Tenna, then lift (4 km (2.5 mi), 1 lift)Bus to Tenna, then lift (2.5 mi (4 km), 1 lift)
Day pass CHF 25 (adult), single trip CHF 3; lift powered by solar panels.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Hotel Camana
Open seasonal (Christmas–Easter); rooms from CHF 70 per night.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- CHF 60–90 (≈ US$75–120) excl. bed
- Mid
- CHF 90–150 (≈ US$120–190) excl. bed
- High
- CHF 150 (≈ US$190)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Hostel dorm bed2 × 3 nights × CHF 45 | CHF 270 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 3 days × CHF 120 | CHF 720 |
| Trip total≈ CHF 165 per person per day, bed included | CHF 990≈ US$1,300 |
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Prices of common things
| Meal at Berggasthaus Turrahus | CHF 20–35 (≈ US$25–45) |
| Story trail app/brochure | Free |
| Solar ski lift Tenna single trip | CHF 3–2 (≈ US$4–3) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Only a handful of bus trips per day; check the timetable before travel.
- Road is narrow and can be closed in heavy snow; consider winter conditions.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 112
- Ambulance
- 144
- Fire
- 118
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My bed tonight
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Bitte zu dieser AdresseTo this address, please
Emergency
- Police112
- Ambulance144
- Fire118
Embassy
Swiss consular services are in Bern; US embassy in Bern (check address).
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Versam‑Safien → Safiental (bus): ≈ CHF 5–10 per ride (check schedule)
- Solar ski lift Tenna day pass: CHF 25 (≈ US$35) (check)
Say or show
- Entschuldigung — Excuse me / Sorry (Entschuldigung)
- Danke — Thank you (Danke)
- Wie viel kostet das? — How much is it? (Wie viel kostet das?)
- Kann ich mit Karte zahlen? — Can I pay by card? (Kann ich mit Karte zahlen?)
- Wo ist die Bushaltestelle? — Where is the bus stop? (Wo ist die Bushaltestelle?)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Safiental. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Jun–Sep, Dec–Mar · avoid Oct–Nov (limited bus service) · month by month →
- 2 airports and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Use the Versam‑Safien train station as a hub; buy a Swiss Travel Pass for unlimited bus rides.
- Plan accommodation at Hotel Camana for a seasonal stay; alternative B&Bs in Thalkirch (check local listings).
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