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Falera
Spend a half‑day to a full day in Falera; add a ski day in winter or a short hike in summer, then return to a larger base.
Falera is a small car‑free Alpine village in Graubünden. It is reachable by hourly bus from Chur via Laax (≈40 min) and offers a ski area (Alpenarena) in winter and easy walks in summer. One day covers the main sights, a ski pass and a meal.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- CHF
- Best months
- Dec–Mar for skiing, Jun–Sep for hiking
- avoid Mid‑Oct to mid‑Dec (tourist office closed)
- Airport
- CJR
- Nights
- 1
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Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- 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 Falera112 ▾
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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 Falera, 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
- SafetyFalera is a quiet Alpine village; standard mountain safety applies – watch weather, stay on marked paths.
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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.
- AirportCJR Chur Airport (Closest regional airport, about 30 km (19 mi) from Falera).CJR Chur Airport (Closest regional airport, about 19 mi (30 km) from Falera).
- Getting aroundVillage is car‑free; park outside and walk.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee at a caféFr 4–6
- Sit-down mealMain course at Restaurant AuroraFr 25
- Budget bedHotel room (double), a night, per roomCHF 79 (≈ US$100)
- Mid-range bedHotel room (double), a night, per roomCHF 120 (≈ US$150)
- High-end bedHotel room (double), a night, per roomCHF 180 (≈ US$250)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget CHF 50 (≈ US$65) · Mid CHF 80 (≈ US$100) · High CHF 120 (≈ US$150)
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
- CJR Chur Airport (Closest regional airport, about 30 km (19 mi) from Falera)CJR Chur Airport (Closest regional airport, about 19 mi (30 km) from Falera)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C)
Feb
Best
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
Mar
Best
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
Apr
not flagged
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
May
not flagged
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
Jun
Best
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
Jul
Best
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
Aug
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Sep
Best
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
Oct
Avoid
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
Nov
not flagged
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
Dec
Care
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
Best: Jan–Mar, Jun–Sep. Mixed: Dec. Avoid: Oct. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)), coolest Jan (−8°C (18°F)18°F (−8°C) low), wettest Apr (10 rain days), driest Feb (7). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Falera: 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 (28°F)28°F (−2°C)
−8°C (18°F)18°F (−8°C)
8 rd
Feb
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
−7°C (19°F)19°F (−7°C)
7 rd
Mar
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
−3°C (27°F)27°F (−3°C)
9 rd
Apr
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
10 rd
May
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
9 rd
Jun
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
8 rd
Jul
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
7 rd
Aug
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
8 rd
Sep
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
9 rd
Oct
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
10 rd
Nov
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
9 rd
Dec
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
−6°C (21°F)21°F (−6°C)
9 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
Village is car‑free; park outside and walk. In winter a shuttle bus runs the resort; in summer walk the trails.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Alpenarena ski area
goDoor to door: ≈15 min total
Shuttle bus from Falera village (winter) or chair lift from Falera (winter) – about 10 min
Day pass Fr 77 (check current price).
Parc la Mutta
goDoor to door: ≈10 min round trip
Walk from village centre, 5 min
Free, explore prehistoric megaliths.
Church of St Remigius
goDoor to door: ≈15 min round trip
Walk uphill from centre, 7 min
No entry fee.
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.
La Siala
Hotel with ski‑in access; price from Fr. 79 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
- Fr 50–80 excl. bed
- Mid
- Fr 80–120 excl. bed
Trip budget
| Hotel room (double)1 × 1 night × CHF 79 | CHF 79 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × CHF 50 | CHF 50 |
| Alpenarena day pass1 × CHF 77 · Check current price. | CHF 77 |
| Bus from Chur to Falera (return)1 × CHF 30 · Approximate fare, check schedule. | CHF 30 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | CHF 24 |
| Trip total≈ CHF 260 per person per day, bed included | CHF 260≈ US$350 |
La Siala rates start at Fr 79.
2026 estimate in CHF; flights and rail passes excluded.
Prices of common things
| Coffee at a café | Fr 4–6 |
| Main course at Restaurant Aurora | Fr 25 |
| Main course at Restaurant La Siala | Fr 30 |
| Ski lift ticket (Alpenarena) | Fr 77 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Tourist office closed mid‑Oct to mid‑Dec; check opening hours before arrival.
- Winter ski lifts operate only when snow conditions allow; verify on Alpenarena site.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 112
- Ambulance
- 144
- Fire
- 118
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Emergency
- Police112
- Ambulance144
- Fire118
Embassy
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Chur → Falera (bus, return): about Fr 30, 1 h total (check schedule)
- Alpenarena day pass: Fr 77 (check price)
Say or show
- Entschuldigung — Excuse me / Sorry (Entschuldigung)
- Merci — Thank you (Merci)
- Wie viel kostet das? — How much is it? (Wie viel kostet das?)
- 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 Falera. 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: Dec–Mar for skiing, Jun–Sep for hiking · avoid Mid‑Oct to mid‑Dec (tourist office closed) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 2 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
Sources
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