Oberurmein: Patrutgsee and winter activities

Oberurmein is home to the valley station of the Tschappina-Lüsch-Urmein AG ski lifts and Patrutgsee, located above the village at the edge of the forest. In summer, the lake is a popular destination for barbecues and play; in winter, the focus is on sledging, winter hiking and ice skating. These seasonal highlights shape which activities you may wish to explore further for your trip.

Getting to the valley station

The valley station can be reached by PostBus from Thusis. Timetables are seasonal and may change, so check the connection for your travel dates. Parking at the ski lifts in Oberurmein is free. You should also check the parking arrangements for the season. This gives you practical information for your journey, whether you are planning to travel by PostBus or by car.

Patrutgsee in summer

The Patrutgsee area has a play stream, a children’s bathing pond, a playground and a sunbathing lawn. A walking path around the area is suitable for strollers. This means a range of outdoor activities can be enjoyed at the same destination: activities by the water, playing, a walk and time on the sunbathing lawn. The lake’s summer offerings of barbecuing and playing are complemented by other facilities in the area.

Winter activities in Oberurmein

The natural ice rink at Patrutgsee is 1,609 m above sea level; children and adults can skate there. As a seasonal outdoor facility, its operating conditions may vary. The Oberurmein sledging run leads from Alp Lüsch to Oberurmein for a fast descent. The Tschappina winter hiking trail, by contrast, can be started and finished in Oberurmein. The routes therefore differ both in activity and in their course: the descent from Alp Lüsch ends in Oberurmein, while the village can be both the starting point and the endpoint of the hike. The children’s ski lifts in Oberurmein can be used free of charge; their availability may vary by season. The sledging run is also seasonal, and access depends on trail conditions.

The Heinzenberg as a regional setting

As a regional setting for Urmein, the Heinzenberg offers an excellent network of winter and summer hiking trails, as well as magnificent views across the Domleschg. This extends the range of options beyond individual activities in Oberurmein to include hiking in both seasons. The views across the Domleschg add another perspective on the region to the hiking experience.

When to travel and finding a hotel

When looking for a hotel in Oberurmein, the season can be a useful first consideration. In summer, Patrutgsee and its leisure activities take centre stage; in winter, activities include the natural ice rink, sledging run, winter hiking trail and children’s ski lifts. Consider which focus suits your trip, and take the seasonal information into account when planning: this includes the PostBus timetable, parking arrangements and the relevant conditions for winter activities.

For the general travel overview: Urmein.