Festungsführung Zernez Ova Spin

Description

On these half-day guided tours of the Ofen Pass and Lavin, you will learn fascinating facts about the history, armament and operation of the fortifications at Ova Spin and Lavin. The two barrier posts at Ova Spin and Lavin are still active barriers of national importance. They have recently been opened to the public. Ova Spin features, among other things, fortifications from the First World War, the Second World War and a mine launcher from the Cold War era. A special feature of Lavin is the numerous anti-tank barriers and the integration of the village into the fortifications.

Meeting point: Zernez, PostBus stop "Ova Spin" 9.45 am - 12.30 pm
Duration approx. 2.5 hours
Equipment: walking boots, all-weather clothing; dogs are allowed
Minimum group size: 4 people
Booking deadline: by 5.00 pm the day before
Contact: Zernez Tourist Information, Tel. +41 81 856 13 00

The guided tour is in German.

If the tour is cancelled, the Zernez Tourist Information Office will contact you by 5.30 pm on Thursday. The ticket price will then be refunded automatically.
Participants are responsible for their own insurance.

Highlights

• Guided tours of fortifications at Ova Spin and Lavin
• Features WWII, WWI, and Cold War-era defenses
• Open to the public, with active barriers of national importance

General Information

This half-day guided tour in Zernez explores the historical fortifications at Ova Spin and Lavin. Participants will learn about the military history and strategic importance of these sites, which include anti-tank barriers and wartime fortifications. The tour lasts approximately 2.5 hours and requires walking boots and weather-appropriate clothing.

Location

7530 Zernez, Schweiz

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