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Chur is one of the oldest cities in Switzerland. This is a charming settlement that attracts numerous guests from all over the world. Its location in the mountains, winding streets, and historical buildings make the city stand out from the other settlements in Switzerland and add a unique charm. Chur is rich in all kinds of boutiques, restaurants, museums, and galleries. When taking a stroll in the old part of the city, there is no need to take care of cars and buses because the city center is a pedestrian zone. Vehicles are not allowed to enter it. First settlements on the site of modern Chur appeared yet during the Palaeolithic almost eleven thousand years ago. The first Roman settlement appeared here yet during the Roman Empire period. During the Middle Ages and the start of the Modern Age, different military conflicts often took place in Chur. As a rule, they were bringing hunger in the region. This was a dark period in the history of the city. Many people didn’t survive and died. Besides that, frequent epidemics, floods, and earthquakes didn’t let people live in peace and safety. In the 60s of the 15th century, Chur could finally get rid of the bishop’s power that was abolished yet in the 4th century. After this remarkable event, the city was finally able to get its own constitution that granted all governmental rights to the guilds of Chur’s merchants and craftsmen. In 1523, a new epoch of Reformation started in the city. At that time, one … Read further

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Chur sightseeing

The Reformed Church of St. Martin is one of the main landmarks in Chur. This is one of the largest Protestant buildings in Grisons. The church has a tower with a tall spire that has made the building famous. It is clearly visible among other dwellings and buildings, turning the Church of St. Martin into a popular attraction. If you want to find the Old Town of Chur, simply use the spire as your guide. The … Open

Moving around in Switzerland - transportation

Switzerland has a rather rugged relief, but the transport infrastructure in the country is well-developed. At the same time, the transportation is considered to be one of the most high-class all over the world. The Swiss are very fond of punctuality and order, so no tourist will have problems with transport. The most popular option to travel around the country is the public transport. This is especially true in mountainous areas, where inexperienced tourists are often frightened by steep serpentines. Buses run strictly on schedule, and routes are laid to the most inaccessible points of ski resorts. There is a schedule of buses and trams at each stop. There are trolleybuses in large cities, such as Geneva, Zurich, Lugano and others. In Switzerland, there is a strict system for monitoring the tickets. Stowaways are punished with large fines. You can call a taxi in any area. … Open

Economy roadmap of Switzerland

About 75 percent of all working-age population of Switzerland works in the sphere of tourist services. Hospitality takes its roots from this country. Annually, only about 10 million tourists come to the Alps, and the cost of rest is considered high enough. Therefore, the percentage of the funds brought by the tourism business is quite high. Agriculture of the country is oriented to livestock raising, which makes about 78 percent of all agricultural products. Most of the milk is used to produce various Swiss cheeses. Approximately 60 percent of rural lands have been plowed. Cereals are insignificant, but vineyards have been developing very actively in recent years. At the same time, the entire agricultural complex is not able to meet the needs of the population. The remaining 40 percent is imported from abroad. … Open

Detailed hi-res maps of Chur for download or print

Our guide chapters over Chur

Chur sightseeing

Moving around in Switzerland - transportation

Economy roadmap of Switzerland

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