Geschichte Gemeinde Valsot / Tschlin

In 2024, the villages of Tschlin and Ramosch will unite to form a new unit. Once upon a time, the border between them crossed the majestic slopes of Piz Latz and the valleys that stretched all the way to Ramosch. Tschlin was characterised by seven charming hamlets – Cha fluor, Cha sur, Strada, Martina, Sglamischot, San Nicla, Raschwella and Acla da fonds. Politically, Tschlin was the centerpiece.

However, change brings changes, and the municipality of Valsot is created from Tschlin and Ramosch. With around 850 inhabitants, Valsot covers an impressive 15800 square kilometers of land. The backdrop of the border triangle is majestic on the plateau behind which the peaks of Piz Laz, Piz Ajüz and Piz Nair rise. These mountains are not only part of the landscape, but also living history.

In the Lower Engadine, where 17 municipalities once dominated the valley, only five remain – Müstair, Zernez, Scuol, Valsot and Samnaun. In the past 10-15 years, mergers have significantly reshaped the appearance of the region. Graubünden serves as a role model, because fusion was rare in Switzerland for a long time. But in the Engadine, they are setting a good example.

The merger of Tschlin and Ramosch was not without challenges. The merger triggered many discussions, supporters in Ramosch, but also critical voices in Tschlin. In the end, however, the merger succeeded and today they are happy about the unity of Valsot.

In 1990, the municipalities voted for the consolidation of property. Today, the roads are almost finished, and for a decade they have been mowed up to an altitude of 2300 meters. Agriculture is now subsidized by the federal government only on land, no longer on animals. Therefore, they exploit everything that is possible. There used to be six Alps, now there are only two. Dairy farming, Alp Tea with goats, and suckler cow husbandry with dairy sheep are located at the other alp. A clever division for modern times.