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Guarda Village

Guarda Village

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Guarda Village

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Location: Guarda, Inn, Graubünden, Switzerland

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1. From Lavin via Ardez to Scuol

20.5km

06:00

510m

700m

Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Guarda Village – Schellen-Ursli Trail loop from Guarda

4.43km

01:35

260m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Guarda Village – Guarda Village loop from Ardez

10.3km

03:15

310m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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Paul

December 26, 2024

Guarda "Guarda – a village for all the senses"
The most beautiful corner of the world? You'll find it in Guarda. This Lower Engadin village, famous for the story of Schellen-Ursli, is one of the most beautiful places in Graubünden. We went on a winter discovery tour and experienced Guarda with all five senses.
Guarda is a feast for the eyes. It's no coincidence that it was voted one of the ten most beautiful mountain villages in Graubünden and was awarded the Wakker Prize for the best-preserved village in 1975. Strolling through Guarda will make you lose track of time, even though the small village could be crossed quickly. But you can't get enough of the picturesque Engadin houses with their paintings and sgraffito, as well as the view of the Lower Engadin Dolomites.
Most of the buildings date back to the 16th and 17th centuries. This is unique in the valley because, unlike other Lower Engadine villages, Guarda was spared major fires. The church, with its ornamental tower, is even more original. It has survived both wars and the Habsburg raids and destruction. What is striking is that the houses in the village center are all oriented toward the road. This is surprising, given the sunny hillside location, but it has something to do with the fact that 500 years ago, Guarda was a street village, and the main traffic artery ran through the small town. Today, Guarda is traffic-free. Those arriving by car should leave their vehicles in the parking lot at the entrance to the village. An even better option is to arrive in a relaxed manner by public transport.
Text / Source: Scuol Tourist Information, Stradun 403a, CH-7550 Scuol
graubuenden.ch/de/graubuenden/regionen/bergdoerfer/guarda

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Martina | spintheworld_marti

August 2, 2025

Guarda is a true gem in the Lower Engadine, a village seemingly straight out of a fairytale. Famous for its beautifully preserved historic houses, decorated with characteristic sgraffitos that tell local stories and traditions, it is a protected, traffic-free village. For its beauty and authenticity, it has received a prestigious award for the preservation of its architectural heritage. Guarda is also the setting for the famous children's book "Schellen-Ursli," which tells the story of the courageous young boy Ursin.

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Thunderbird55

January 27, 2022

The entire village is a museum. Plan enough time to admire the pretty houses. Pay attention to details like wooden beams, door fittings, paintings, etc.

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