Seetal: A place where time passes a little more slowly

From 01.07.2026

Stefanie

Amidst mountain lakes, peaks and quiet favourite spots

There are places you don’t visit just to clock up as many metres of elevation gain as possible. The Seetal is one such place. Here, the pace takes a back seat. Instead, you’re accompanied by the gentle murmur of the streams, the whistling of marmots and, time and again, views of one of the mountain lakes that give the valley its name.

Each lake has its own character. That’s precisely what makes a hike through the Seetal so varied.

Herzsee – small, peaceful and almost a little hidden away

Herzsee is often the first place where many walkers stop for a longer break. The water lies calmly amongst the meadows and rocks, whilst the surrounding peaks are reflected in it. Anyone arriving here quickly realises that the Seetal is no place for those in a hurry. You sit down by the shore, enjoy the view and let your gaze wander over the landscape.

Schwarzsee – unspoilt and tranquil

Just a few steps further on, the landscape changes. Schwarzsee appears rougher and more unspoilt. The darker surface of the water provides a striking contrast to the light-coloured rocks and green slopes. Depending on the weather, its atmosphere changes almost hourly – at times as smooth as glass, at others mysterious beneath passing clouds.

Kälbersee – experience the mountain lake from a stand-up paddleboard

Kälbersee is arguably the most extraordinary of the three lakes. Here, you can experience the mountain scenery not just from the shore. On a stand-up paddleboard, you glide silently across the water and discover the lake from a whole new perspective.

Especially in the morning, when the lake is still calm and the peaks are reflected in the water, there’s a special atmosphere. Stand-up paddleboards are available free of charge right on the shore. If the weather’s on your side, you can simply grab a board, glide out onto the water and enjoy a moment of tranquillity.

A relaxed break at the Seetalhüsli

After a hike or a spot of stand-up paddleboarding, it’s well worth stopping off at the Seetalhüsli. Instead of a traditional mountain hut with staff, you’ll find a self-service fridge stocked with drinks and light snacks.

It’s precisely this simplicity that suits the Seetal so well. You help yourself to a refreshment, find a spot in front of the hut and enjoy the peace and quiet before setting off back down into the valley.

My tip

Allow yourself more time for the Seetal than the itinerary suggests. The best moments often don’t happen whilst you’re walking, but when you simply stop for a moment. At Herzsee, at Schwarzsee or later on a stand-up paddleboard at Kälbersee. It is precisely this mix of exercise, nature and little breaks that makes the Seetal so appealing.

Two routes lead to the Seetal

How to get to the Seetal

Depending on where you want to start your hike, there are different routes to the Seetal.

From Hochjoch in Schruns

Take the Hochjoch Bahn or the Zamang Bahn to the mountain station at Hochjoch. From there, the Sennigrat Bahn takes you a bit higher. Then you can enjoy a leisurely hike to the Wormser Hütte and on into the Seetal. Before long, the Herzsee and Schwarzsee lakes will accompany you along the way.

From Grasjoch in St. Gallenkirch

You can also reach the Seetal from the other side of the valley. The Grasjoch Bahn and then the Hochalpila Bahn take you to an elevation of over 2,300 meters. From there, the Panoramaweg trail leads toward Kreuzjoch and on to the Wormser Hütte. Along the way, you’ll enjoy sweeping views of the peaks of the Silvretta and Verwall ranges before the trail descends into the Seetal.

My Hiking Recommendation

The Seetal Trail

The Seetalweg connects the valley’s most beautiful spots on a scenic hike. Along the way, you’ll pass Herzsee, Schwarzsee, and Seetalsee. The hike can be started from either Hochjoch or Grasjoch and is ideal for a leisurely day in the mountains.

Seetal: A place where time passes a little more slowly

Herzsee – small, peaceful and almost a little hidden away

Schwarzsee – unspoilt and tranquil

Kälbersee – experience the mountain lake from a stand-up paddleboard

A relaxed break at the Seetalhüsli

My tip

How to get to the Seetal

The Seetal Trail

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