A visit to Heidsee offers a genuine nature experience. The view from the Seehof is nothing short of majestic. Immerse yourself in the enchanting colors of the Alpine summer at an altitude of 1,500 meters. Whether you prefer a leisurely stroll around the lake with a picnic, exploring the picturesque mountain scenery along well-marked hiking trails, or biking from the summit to the lakeshore for a refreshing dip, there’s something for everyone.
Spending your summer holiday with us at Lake Heidsee means escaping the hustle and bustle of everyday life in the Lenzerheide holiday region, taking time to unwind, and savoring local specialties and homemade mountain cuisine right by the water. As your dedicated host team, we are here to ensure that your summer mountain getaway is a truly memorable experience.
Don’t forget to check out our Lake Heidsee webcam for a live view, or watch the video below to discover this hidden gem!
Maiensässweiler Canols
The northern, older part of the lake was formed when the water collected between moraines and landslide masses after the last ice age. The first mention of the lake dates back to 1484, when the Bishop of Chur, Ortlieb von Brandis, had a fish pond built in its northern part.
In 1881, the diocese sold the lake to the “Haidsee-Konsortium Brügger & Meier” for 12,000 francs. The driving force behind this consortium was the Churwalden hoteliers Johann Brügger-Battaglia and his son Georg Brügger-Vieli. They enlarged the lake and built a “fisherman’s hut” on an island, known as the Insel-Châlet. Guests could eat and stay overnight here. Johann and Georg Brügger thus laid the foundations for tourism in Maiensässweiler Canols (now Valbella) and created the “scenic jewel” of the high valley with the lake dam.[1]
History of Hotel Seehof
1904 Founding of the “Tuffsteinbetrieb” collective company
1905 Planned electricity production for the Lenzerheide Kurhaus (workers’ accommodation)
1907 Electricity plant, Kurhaus Hotel with a small restaurant and a few guest beds
1928 A private individual acquires the guesthouse
1929 Expansion of the guesthouse by 23 beds
1931 Fire
1934 Takeover of the ruined building by a family-owned hotel company
50 years of family business
1988 Fire
New building
Since 1991, the hotel has been operated by the current owner family
