Laax looks beyond the front door

On 24 September, Graubünden approved a contribution of up to about CHF 1.4mn towards a walking and cycling connection between Murschetg and Staderas. The roughly CHF 2.9mn project combines a water pipeline with a bridge across the Ual Draus intended to serve walkers and mountain bikers. This is a funding decision, not an opening announcement; the release gives no completion date.

It is the sort of change worth following when choosing a longer-term base. The quality of the route beyond the front door can matter as much as another amenity inside. For now, plan journeys using the existing network.

Our accommodation pick is Plaun at Black Summit, an established apartment newly selected for this issue. The operator lists 148 square metres, three bedrooms, a kitchen, two balconies and a private sauna. It is a plausible choice for a family or friends who want shared meals and separate sleeping spaces. It offers a different rhythm from the programmed hotel stay in our Sils selection: the household supplies its own timetable.

The resort dates its buildings to 2023. Neither the accommodation nor its facilities should be mistaken for this week's news. The appeal here is space under one roof, rather than the daily service pattern of a hotel. Confirm the chosen dates and terms against the household's plans.