Mastrils (former municipality in Graubünden, Switzerland)

Location and geography

Mastrils lay in the administrative area commonly referred to as the district of Landquart, in the canton of Graubünden. The settlement occupied a transition zone between valley floor and surrounding hills, with mixed arable fields, pastures and small wooded slopes. The location made it part of the broader transport and economic corridor that links local villages to regional hubs in Graubünden and across Switzerland.

History and administration

Historically Mastrils developed as a village municipality with local communal institutions typical of Swiss municipalities: a municipal council, local church and community services. On 1 January 2012 the municipalities of Mastrils and Igis were merged to create the new municipality named Landquart. This consolidation followed a wider Swiss trend of combining small municipalities to improve administrative efficiency and service provision.

Economy and transport

The local economy combined agriculture, small businesses and residential functions for commuters. Good road links and proximity to regional rail and bus connections supported commuting to larger towns. Land use patterns reflected mixed farming and expanding housing, while small enterprises and local trades served daily needs.

Culture and notable features

Mastrils retained a village character with traditional buildings, a parish or village church and community events that emphasized local customs. The area offered access to outdoor recreation such as walking and cycling routes, and its settings are typical of the cultural landscape of rural Graubünden.

Legacy and distinctions

Although no longer an independent municipality after 2012, Mastrils remains notable as a local place name and community within the larger municipality of Landquart. Its merger illustrates administrative change in Swiss local government and the balance between preserving village identity and achieving practical governance.