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Chur is the capital and largest town of the Swiss canton of the Grisons and lies in the Grisonian Rhine Valley, where the Rhine turns towards the north, in the northern part of the canton. The city, on the right bank of the Rhine, is reputedly the oldest town in Switzerland. The official language of Chur is … See more
Archaeological evidence of settlement at the site, in the Eastern Alps, goes back as far as the Pfyn culture (3900-3500 BC), making Chur one of the oldest settlements in Switzerland. Remains… See more
Chur is twinned with:
• Bad Homburg vor der Höhe, Germany
• Cabourg, France
• Mayrhofen, Austria
• … See moreChur is 120 kilometres (75 miles) by rail from Zürich, and is the meeting-point of the routes from Italy over many alpine passes (Lukmanier Pass, … See more
Topography
Chur has an area (as of the 2004/09 survey) of 54.33 km (20.98 sq mi). About 17.6% is used for agricultural purposes and 52.1% is … See morePopulation
Chur has a population (as of 31 December 2020) of 36,336. In 2008 17.8% of the population were foreign nationals and by 2014 that number … See moreMain sights
Chur is home to many buildings or other sites that are listed as Swiss heritage sites of national significance See moreWikipedia text under CC-BY-SA license Chur | Switzerland Tourism
WEBChur offers a rich history, a lively culture and a convenient access to the Grisons mountains. Explore its Old Town, museums, cathedral, local mountain, vineyards and …
Old Town Chur | Switzerland Tourism
WEBExplore the oldest town in Switzerland with over 5,000 years of history and a car-free Old Town. Discover the cultural and culinary amenities, the Bishop's Palace, the cathedral, the museums and the markets of Chur.
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Chur | Chur
WEBChur is a vibrant Alpine city with historical roots and a car-free old town. It offers easy access to the Rhaetian Railway, the Glacier Express, the Bernina Express and the Brambrüesch cableway.
Chur | Alpine Town, Historic City, Roman Ruins
WEBApr 10, 2024 · Chur, capital, Graubünden (Grisons) canton, eastern Switzerland. It lies on the Plessur River in the Rhine Valley. The …
Chur travel - Lonely Planet | Switzerland, Europe
WEBGetty Images. Chur. Switzerland, Europe. The biggest city in Switzerland's biggest canton, Chur is well worth a wander, especially if you walk up to the Altstadt (Old Town) and do some exploring. The city itself is like a …
Chur Old Town | Chur - graubuenden.ch
WEBWith a settlement history of over 5000 years, Chur is the oldest city in Switzerland and the picturesque old town is considered one of the most fully preserved in the country. …
Must-see attractions Chur, Graubünden - Lonely Planet
WEBAltstadt. Chur. Near the Plessur River, the Obertor marks the entrance to Chur's alley-woven Altstadt (Old Town). Along with the stout Malteserturm (once the munitions…
Old Town Chur | Switzerland Tourism
WEBChur is the oldest town in Switzerland and has a settlement history of over 5,000 years. The historic Old Town is very much worth a visit and is completely car-free. It offers a …
Chur in Switzerland - Visit Graubunden
WEBChur. Switzerland’s oldest city charms visitors with its fine mountain setting, twisting alleys, and historic buildings. A perfect starting point to discover Graubunden’s nearby vineyards.
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