Runchett da Sotsassa

Poschiavo is located at about 1000 meters above sea level. However, thanks to its southern exposure and relatively mild climate, there are favorable conditions for growing fruits and vegetables – a completely different situation from that of the nearby Engadine, which was supplied with fresh products from Valposchiavo until the Second World War. For this purpose, the slopes of the valley were terraced to create land dedicated to vegetable cultivation. Today, the former gardens have disappeared. In some places, the forest has reclaimed the land, but in some parts, the terraces are still clearly visible. Among these, the terraces of Runchett da Sotsassa have remained particularly intact. The viewpoint is located about a hundred meters above the valley floor and offers a splendid view of the village and the surrounding mountains. In two relatively flat spots, wooden benches invite you to linger and enjoy the panorama.