Flüela Pass, Mountain pass in Grisons, Switzerland
Flüela Pass is a mountain crossing in the Grisons that rises to 2383 meters between the Albula and Silvretta Alps, linking the upper Engadin region to the Landwasser valley. The road climbs through a broad alpine landscape where rounded peaks surround the route and small lakes dot the high terrain.
The pass became an important route in the 19th century when a paved road was built to cross the mountains. This road connected valleys that had been difficult to reach and created a reliable passage for trade and travel.
The hospice at the summit reflects a long Swiss custom of caring for travelers crossing mountain passages. People working there continue a tradition of hospitality that has shaped how the region serves visitors.
The road is usually open during summer months, while snow closes it in winter. The nearby Vereina Tunnel offers year-round rail travel as an alternative for those unable to cross by road.
Two alpine lakes at the summit, Lai da la Scotta and Lai Nair, sit at a watershed where waters flow to two different European river systems. These lakes mark a rare geographical point where rain falling on one side flows toward the Rhine and on the other toward the Danube.
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