Marijuana Laws
As recorded December 15, 2025 · not verified as current law. Switzerland law
Cannabis laws in Chur follow Switzerland’s national law. This city follows the jurisdiction’s cannabis law framework; separate city laws are typically limited.
Recreational cannabis is illegal nationally, though possession of small amounts is decriminalized with a fine. Medical cannabis is available on prescription. Some hemp-derived products may be sold under separate rules, but that does not mean marijuana is legal, and legality can depend on product content and labeling.
Quick facts
- Recreational: Decriminalized
- Medical: Available
- Possession: Small amounts subject to fine
- Buying/Selling: Illegal except medical
- Tourists: Subject to the same laws as residents
Practical guidance
Avoid cross-border transport of cannabis products.
Do not assume informal tolerance equals legality.
Law Enforcement
Swiss police had a reputation for taking a dim view of anyone who drew attention to themselves. The date given for the train smoking ban was 12 December 2005.
Where to Buy Marijuana
The city centre was the place people asked around, from snowboarders and local teenagers to people in the old-town bars and pubs.
Marijuana Prices
- CHF 50 for 5 g
- CHF 100 for 10 g
- A CHF 200 purchase reportedly came with another CHF 50 worth, while CHF 300 came with another CHF 100 worth
- Hash and flower sold for the same price per gram
Types of Marijuana
The indoor flower had a reputation for strong effects, good flavour and handsome buds. White Widow and Super Skunk were two names that came up. Local outdoor weed could hold its own against French indoor flower. Green Moroccan hash was common, with the odd bit of black hash.
More Information
Chur was a small city of about 35,000, and smoking seemed to cut across the usual social circles. Some bars, cafés and clubs took a relaxed attitude at the time.
SSTH Passugg was worth the trip. Paulaner’s served brilliant Bavarian food and freshly tapped beer, and the hotel-school students knew the local scene.