Chur · ZIP 7000 · 37,000 inhabitants

Health Insurance Chur: Compare & Switch 2027

In Chur (GR, premium region 1), Swiss health insurance premiums follow specific rules. We compare all 50+ Swiss insurers for your ZIP 7000 in real time — free, in 5 minutes.

📖 3 min read·Last updated: 2026-11-15·Findbetter Editorial

Health insurance in Chur: what you need to know

Capital of Canton Graubünden. Kantonsspital Graubünden (KSGR) as reference. PR1 in GR.

As a resident of Chur (ZIP 7000), you are assigned to premium region 1 within the Canton of Grisons. The Federal Office of Public Health (FOPH) defines premium regions nationally — insurers must comply and may set different premiums per region.

The Canton of Grisons is divided into 3 premium regions in total. The gap between the most expensive and cheapest region can reach CHF 30-80 per month — a difference worth factoring into your comparison.

Hospital coverage in Chur

The mandatory basic insurance (KVG/LAMal) covers general hospital treatment in your canton of residence. Residents of Chur have access to the following hospitals:

  • Kantonsspital Graubünden (KSGR)

If you want free hospital choice or a private/semi-private room, you need a supplementary hospital insurance (VVG/LCA). In our VVG comparison.

How to switch health insurance in Chur

  1. Start the comparison in the Findbetter wizard — enter ZIP 7000, age, and preferred model.
  2. Review the top offers and pick the best insurer.
  3. We auto-generate the application form. You sign digitally and we forward it FINMA-compliant via our partner Northlake Partners.
  4. If needed: we cancel your old insurer via registered letter — in time before November 30.
  5. From January 1, 2027, everything runs with your new insurer. You'll receive your new insurance card by post in December.

Full step-by-step guide → KVG switch 2027 guide

Frequently asked questions from Chur

Which health insurance is cheapest in Chur?+
It depends on your age, exact location (ZIP 7000), and chosen model. There is no universal "cheapest insurer" — the optimal choice differs significantly between a 28-year-old and a 65-year-old. The Findbetter wizard calculates your personalized top 5 in 5 minutes.
Which premium region is Chur in?+
Chur (ZIP 7000) is in premium region 1 of the Canton of Grisons. The FOPH defines premium regions at the federal level; insurers must comply and calculate their premiums by region.
By when do I need to cancel my health insurance in Chur?+
By November 30 at the latest, via registered letter — the switch takes effect on January 1. This is a nationwide rule and applies to Chur as well. In case of a premium increase, you have an extraordinary right to cancel within 1 month of notification.
How much can I save in Chur?+
Across Switzerland, the average savings from a KVG switch range between CHF 800 and CHF 2,700 per year. In Chur (premium region 1), the potential varies depending on your current insurer. The wizard calculates your exact savings.

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