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A three‑hour urban‑alpine scavenger hunt, the Davos Foxtrail Cuolm‑Strinau blends puzzle solving with short hikes up to mountain pastures. Teams follow a sly trail of clues that weave local history, Thomas Mann lore and alpine scenery into a hands‑on city game.
A three‑hour urban‑alpine scavenger hunt, the Davos Foxtrail Cuolm‑Strinau blends puzzle solving with short hikes up to mountain pastures. Teams follow a sly trail of clues that weave local history, Thomas Mann lore and alpine scenery into a hands‑on city game.
They hand you the starting documents and send you out onto Davos’ streets as the mountain air pushes at your back. Cobblestones click underfoot, footpaths steepen toward alpine meadows, and the town’s hotels and congress center recede while the trail pulls you uphill toward Cuolm and Strinau. The fox’s clues are written into corners of the village and into high‑altitude markers that test smell, sight and teamwork.
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Operated by Foxtrail Schweiz · Davos, Graubünden
They hand you the starting documents and send you out onto Davos’ streets as the mountain air pushes at your back. Cobblestones click underfoot, footpaths steepen toward alpine meadows, and the town’s hotels and congress center recede while the trail pulls you uphill toward Cuolm and Strinau. The fox’s clues are written into corners of the village and into high‑altitude markers that test smell, sight and teamwork.
This Foxtrail combines local lore and literary history: the route teases out stories of Thomas Mann’s Magic Mountain and the town’s rise as an international congress site. Geologically the valley is a glacial trough—rounded ridgelines and moraine shapes remind you the landscape was carved by ice—while the high pastures are underlain by the Bündner Alps’ schist and gneiss. Culturally, Davos is a winter sports hub turned summer hiking base; the game is a playful counterpoint to the town’s formal reputation.
Expect mixed terrain: paved streets, paved hiking tracks and short steeps on dirt paths with some elevation gain over three hours. The experience is part scavenger hunt, part orienteering and part escape game—teams solve puzzles, locate hidden markers and can call a helpline if stuck. Public transport puts you close to start points and the activity is private and family‑friendly.
Practical guidance: wear grippy shoes, dress in layers for quick weather shifts, carry water and a charged phone for the digital clues. Plan three hours, aim for morning light for the best views, and leave time after the trail to wander Davos’ cafés and alpine vistas.
moderate.
3 hours.
Moderate fitness: comfortable walking on varied surfaces with some uphill sections; stair‑style stamina helps.
The combined Cuolm‑Strinau trail is scheduled for about 180 minutes; allow extra time for getting to/from the start.
Yes—teams often include teens; puzzles vary in difficulty but adults should assist younger children on steeper sections.
No technical skills are required—basic fitness, teamwork and willingness to read clues are sufficient.
A free helpline is available for hints so teams can continue without losing much time.
Davos transformed in the late 19th and early 20th centuries from a high‑alpine village into a health and congress resort—Thomas Mann immortalized its cultural edge in literature.
Stay on marked paths to protect fragile alpine meadows; local authorities promote waste carry‑out and respect for grazing areas.
Foxtrail Schweiz operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
They hand you the starting documents and send you out onto Davos’ streets as the mountain air pushes at your back. Cobblestones click underfoot, footpaths steepen toward alpine meadows, and the town’s hotels and congress center recede while the trail pulls you uphill toward Cuolm and Strinau. The fox’s clues are written into corners of the village and into high‑altitude markers that test smell, sight and teamwork.
They hand you the starting documents and send you out onto Davos’ streets as the mountain air pushes at your back. Cobblestones click underfoot, footpaths steepen toward alpine meadows, and the town’s hotels and congress center recede while the trail pulls you uphill toward Cuolm and Strinau. The fox’s clues are written into corners of the village and into high‑altitude markers that test smell, sight and teamwork.
This Foxtrail combines local lore and literary history: the route teases out stories of Thomas Mann’s Magic Mountain and the town’s rise as an international congress site. Geologically the valley is a glacial trough—rounded ridgelines and moraine shapes remind you the landscape was carved by ice—while the high pastures are underlain by the Bündner Alps’ schist and gneiss. Culturally, Davos is a winter sports hub turned summer hiking base; the game is a playful counterpoint to the town’s formal reputation.
Expect mixed terrain: paved streets, paved hiking tracks and short steeps on dirt paths with some elevation gain over three hours. The experience is part scavenger hunt, part orienteering and part escape game—teams solve puzzles, locate hidden markers and can call a helpline if stuck. Public transport puts you close to start points and the activity is private and family‑friendly.
Practical guidance: wear grippy shoes, dress in layers for quick weather shifts, carry water and a charged phone for the digital clues. Plan three hours, aim for morning light for the best views, and leave time after the trail to wander Davos’ cafés and alpine vistas.