If you are considering Oberurmein as a travel destination, you can start by choosing the season: in summer, Patrutgsee is a popular destination for barbecuing and playing, while in winter there is a natural ice rink by the lake. Other attractions include the Oberurmein toboggan run, the Tschappina winter hiking trail and the valley station of Skilifte Tschappina-LĂĽsch-Urmein AG in the village. When looking for a holiday apartment, these activities provide an initial guide: should your stay include time by the lake, winter activities or both?
Getting There and Finding Your Way Around
The valley station of Skilifte Tschappina-LĂĽsch-Urmein AG is located in Oberurmein. It can be reached from Thusis by post bus. Public transport timetables are seasonal and may change, so check the connection for your travel dates. Parking at the ski lifts in Oberurmein is free. As parking regulations should be checked seasonally, it is worth checking the rules for the relevant season before you travel.
Winter Activities in Oberurmein
The natural ice rink at Patrutgsee is 1,609 m above sea level; children and adults can go ice skating there. As a seasonal facility, it is open depending on conditions, which may vary. The Oberurmein toboggan run leads from Alp LĂĽsch to Oberurmein and offers a thrilling descent. Its availability in winter depends on the conditions on the route. Oberurmein can be either the starting or finishing point of the Tschappina winter hiking trail. The children's ski areas in Oberurmein can also be used free of charge; their availability may vary from season to season. Before your visit, check the conditions at the ice rink, the route conditions and the seasonal availability of the children's ski areas.
Patrutgsee in Summer
Patrutgsee lies above Oberurmein at the edge of the forest. In summer, it is a popular destination for barbecuing and playing. There is a play stream, a children's bathing pond, a playground and a sunbathing lawn by the lake. The area is surrounded by a walking path suitable for strollers. If you are out with a stroller, you can include this path in your visit.
The lake therefore offers different seasonal activities: in summer, barbecuing and playing are the main attractions; in winter, it is ice skating on the natural ice rink. This is a clear difference to consider when choosing when to travel, although operating conditions at the natural ice rink may vary.
Hiking in the Region
For further hiking ideas, the Heinzenberg is a regional point of reference. It has an extensive network of winter and summer hiking trails and offers magnificent views over Domleschg. You can distinguish between a winter hike specifically associated with Oberurmein and the wider region: the Tschappina winter hiking trail can start and finish in Oberurmein, while the trail network is associated with the Heinzenberg. When planning, you can decide whether to focus on the locally named winter hiking trail or also consider the hiking opportunities in the Heinzenberg.
For the broader travel overview: Urmein.
