Poschiavo

The municipality extends across 191 square kilometers at an elevation of 1014 meters within the Grisons canton, surrounded by Alpine peaks.

The settlement first appeared in written records in 824 under the name Postclave, marking the beginning of its documented presence in the region.

The town exhibits Renaissance architecture through grand buildings constructed by residents who earned fortunes in Spain during the nineteenth century.

The Bernina railway line and Hauptstrasse 29 road provide direct connections between Poschiavo and the Upper Engadin region through the Bernina Pass.

Ten structures within Poschiavo hold national heritage status, including Casa Tomé, which now functions as the central town museum.

Location: Bernina Region

Elevation above the sea: 1,014 m

Shares border with: Brusio, Pontresina, Lanzada, Chiuro, Valdidentro, Grosio, Livigno, Grosotto

Website: https://poschiavo.ch

GPS coordinates: 46.33333,10.04972

Latest update: May 27, 2025 09:41