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Grossratsgebäude: Seat of Graubünden's Parliament
Discover the Grossratsgebäude in Chur, a historic building that is home to the cantonal parliament of Graubünden.
The Grossratsgebäude in Chur is where the Grand Council of Graubünden convenes. Originally built between 1861 and 1863 by architect Johannes Ludwig in the Neo-Renaissance style as an armory, it was converted in 1959 by Martin Risch to house both the theater and parliament.
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Masanserstrasse 3, Chur, 7000, CH
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Getting There
Walking
From the Chur train station, it's about a 7-minute walk to the Grossratsgebäude. Head towards Bahnhofstrasse, then turn left onto Masanserstrasse. The Grossratsgebäude will be on your right.
Public Transport
Take bus number 3, 4, or 9 to the Quader Center bus stop, which is a 1-minute walk from the Grossratsgebäude. From the bus stop, walk along Masanserstrasse to reach the building.
Local tips
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Visit during weekdays to see the local parliament in session.
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Check local listings for any guided tours or events at the Grossratsgebäude.
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Combine your visit with a walk through Chur's historic old town.
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The Grossratsgebäude, located in Chur, is the meeting place for the parliament of Graubünden. Constructed between 1861 and 1863, the building initially served as an armory. Architect Johannes Ludwig designed it in the Neo-Renaissance style.
In 1959, architect Martin Risch redesigned the building to accommodate both the parliament and the Chur Theatre. A competition was held to design a new entrance, which was won by architect Valerio Olgiati and Tamara Olgiati. The redesign of the entrance was completed between 2008 and 2009, but it was met with public criticism and legal disputes.
Inside the Grossratsgebäude's Grand Council Hall are 40 coats of arms from the 39 municipalities and the canton of Graubünden, created in 1960 by Giuseppe Scartezzini. Today, visitors can appreciate the building's architecture and explore the surrounding area, including cafes and shops.
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