Ughürig Brunne

The Ughürig Brunnä is a striking natural glacial pothole, several meters in diameter. Legend has it that the Romans carved the nearly round “well”, which is always filled with water, into the rock. While that may be uncertain, it is documented that they used it as a freshwater reservoir—though it later lost its importance. According to legend (Kuoni No. 356), immeasurable treasures of gold and other riches lie hidden deep within the water-filled grotto, guarded by Satan in the form of a giant serpent. Anyone who tries to retrieve the treasure and free the tormented soul guarding it is met with a furious blast of poison and fire from the serpent—so far, no one has ever succeeded. The energy on the northern slope near the Ughürig Brunnä is said to be rather unsettling, with deconstructive radiation values, so prolonged stays are not recommended. It’s possible that this was once a sacred spring, where a water deity was venerated. Christianity later demonized the site with associations to the devil and serpent (or dragon) and gave it the name "ughürig" (ominous or eerie).