📍 Why Study in Chur?

Switzerland’s Oldest City, a Modern Hub for Alpine Innovation

Chur, the capital of the canton of Graubünden, is Switzerland’s oldest city — but one that is firmly focused on the future. With its unique location in the eastern Alps, Chur serves as a center for Alpine tourism, digital innovation, and multilingual education.

Students in Chur benefit from programs that bridge traditional knowledge (such as Alpine culture, history, and linguistics) with modern disciplines like tourism management, IT, and multimedia production. The city’s bilingual German-Romansh culture also promotes linguistic diversity and intercultural communication.

Chur’s size makes it highly student-friendly, offering safe, affordable living and a strong sense of community. It is also a base for outdoor enthusiasts, with skiing, hiking, and mountain biking all within reach — an ideal balance between academic focus and healthy living.

For students looking for a close-knit academic environment enriched by nature and tradition, Chur offers a compelling choice.