Overview

Sent was a former municipality in the district Inn of the canton Graubünden, located in eastern Switzerland. Perched in the Lower Engadine valley, the village served as a small local centre surrounded by alpine pastures and mountain scenery.

Geography and built heritage

Sent occupies steep slopes above the Inn river and is characterised by traditional Engadine houses with richly decorated facades and deep-set windows. The village layout reflects centuries of alpine settlement: clustered buildings, narrow lanes and arable terraces leading up to higher alpine meadows. Nearby trails connect to passes and neighbouring valleys, making the area attractive for walking and nature appreciation.

History and administrative change

Historically part of the culturally distinct Engadine region, Sent preserved local customs and the Romansh language in daily life. On 1 January 2015 the municipal administration was reorganised: Sent and several adjacent municipalities were incorporated into the larger municipality of Scuol. Other communities involved in the merger included Ardez, Guarda, Tarasp and Ftan, a change intended to streamline services and regional planning.

Culture, language and economy

Local life in Sent traditionally centred on pastoral farming, small-scale agriculture and crafts, later complemented by tourism. The Romansh language and Engadine customs have been important markers of identity. Visitors are often drawn by local festivals, the preserved village architecture and access to walking routes in the surrounding mountains.

Notable facts and distinctions

  • Sent is representative of Lower Engadine settlements with well-preserved traditional houses.
  • The 2015 municipal merger reflects a broader Swiss trend of combining small local governments for efficiency.
  • Its alpine location offers routes to high meadows and panoramic viewpoints popular with hikers.

For practical information on visiting or the administrative history after the merger, consult local municipal resources or regional guides maintained by the canton and tourism offices.