About St Moritz - presentation, information, photos and recommendations
St. Moritz - fun in the snow and glamour!
St. Moritz is located at an altitude of approx. 1,800 m inmidst of Oberebgadin just above the Engadin Seenplatte. Being one of the winter sports resorts chosen by the famous people of the world, staying in impressive 5-star hotels, the traditional resort often is combined with the attributes exclusive and glamourous. The picturesque mountain landscape with idyllic lakes and massive 3,000-ers is often overlooked. The traditional Engadin cosyness is especially noticeable just outside St. Moritz-Dorf and St. Moritz-Bad in the Oberengadin area.
On the local mountain, the Corviglia/Piz Nair, you can choose between an unforgetable day inmidst of the world's high society in gourmet chef Reto Mathis' restaurant or in an attractive ski area with spectacular views. Additionally, St. Moritz has the only bob run with natural ice worldwide and has already been the event site of 5 Alpine Ski Championships and 2 Olympic winter games.
SkiWith the lift pass "ENGADIN St. Moritz Mountain Pool" you have the opportunity to get to know a total of 325 km of pistes incl. ski routes. The 53 lifts offer ideal access to the largest ski region in Switzerland. The lift pass comprises ski areas such as, Corviglia, Corvatsch and Diavolezza as well as as many smaller areas that offer first class fun on the piste. At an altitude of 1,720 - 3,303 m, modern lift systems transport all guests to their destinations, whether it is a piste or gourmet temple.
The ski area "Corviglia" (incl. Piz Nair and Marguns) is known as one of the most popular winter sports destinations and awaits you with 155 km of diverse pistes, accessible via 24 lifts and 4 conveyor belts. If you want to be on your skis early, you will find a breathtaking sunrise on the Piz Nair (3,057 m) and afterwards you can enjoy the freshly prepared pistes on your descent. The piste "White Carpet" is large recommendation here!
For all experts there is the 2 km long Olympic descent to try. The high-speed piste Nr. 7 makes it's speedy descent to Corviglia. Your time is shown on a large digital display when you cross the finish line. New to the area is the "Audi Ski Run" on the FIS piste No. 5. Here, not only can speed demons as well as families with children record their best times, but they can also record their run downhill, providing a timeless memory ready to view again and be shared via social media. At many mountain stations, you'll have access to a free Wi-Fi hotspot.
Pleasure skiers will rather turn towards the Suvretta area with the "Paradiso" piste and the "ChillOut Riding Zone" - for all those who rather want to take everything a bit slower. This is also the world's first yoga piste, on which four fixed locations allow for "Yoga on snow" to be practised.
Freestylers will find what they are looking for in this ski area, as the Corviglia snow park on the slope towards Marguns offers rails, boxes, corners and even a new fun slope, making it known as one of the best snow parks in Europe.
While apres ski is held rather quietly in the resorts of Oberengadin, St. Moritz really knows how to party. More than 150 official events offer incomparable entertainment. Even on the pistes various huts and restaurants invite the sports fans to try different specialties. Party-lovers should not miss a visit to the "Hossa-Bar" at the Corvatsch. In St. Moritz itself you have the choice between a traditional Engadin pub, where you can spoil yourself with various culinary specialities, or a visit to one of the numerous clubs. The "King's Club" in Badrutt's Palace, or the "Dracula Club" are only two of the legendary places to be in this noble resort. A typically Swiss "Apéro" can be taken in the "Diamond Lounge", the "Scala Bar" or in "Pavarotti & Friends". Live music can be enjoyed in the "Stübli" and if you dare try your luck, why not have a go in the local casino of St. Moritz.
Those who prefer to engage themselves in more sportive offers will find a lot to choose from. Ice skaters can practice their pirouettes on the open-air artificial ice rink of the arena Ludains, sledging can be done on of 3 runs or you can venture to the popular toboggan run from Preda to Bergün. A total of 150 km of well-prepared winter hiking trails offer a great selection to choose from to enjoy some great walking hours through the snow. Or maybe try a snowshoe hike? The family pools in Zernoz are the place to be for all swimmers, or optionally also the "Bellvita Erlebnisvbad & Spa" in Pontresina, where you also have the chance to relax.
If you are lucky you might experience one of the high-class events that take place regularly in St. Moritz. It starts with ski races through the village, via horse racing on the frozen lake, right up to polo tournaments.
The entire ski region around St. Moritz has a trail network of approx. 220 km and offers cross-country skiers a winter sports paradise that meets all demands. A true challenge provides the longest track, whereby a total of 61 km have to be overcome. This trail leads from Maloja via Zuou and S-chanf to Zernez.
A special highlight is the most famous trail in Switzerland - the 42 km long marathon route between Maloja and S-chanf. Every year, on the second Sunday in March, the big cross-country event, the Engading ski marathon which is parttaken by more than 1000 cross-country skiers, takes place on that route! The best views can surely be found on the high-altitude trails. Especially the "Alp Bondo" is to be recommended, streching from 2,093 to 2,200 m altitude and covering a lenth of 8 km. Also the trails at Mania and Silvaplana are recommendable. Those who are reluctant to leave the pistes even after dark, can enjoy themselves on one of the three flood-lit pistes, for instance on the 2 km long nights trail at St. Moritz.
To access the trails you will need the Swiss cross-country trail pass. It costs approx. CHF 10 per day, or about CHF 30 per week.
| Skiing region |
|---|
| Highest point ski area | 3.022 m |
| Lowest point ski area | 1.720m |
| Village height | 1.822m |
| Number of lifts | 24 |
| Number of drag lifts | 7 |
| Number of chair lifts | 12 |
| Number of cable cars | 5 |
| Total pistes | 155 km |
| Green/blue pistes | 42 km |
| Red pistes | 79 km |
| Black pistes | 155 km |
St Moritz | St. Moritz is located at an altitude of approx. 1,800 m inmidst of Oberebgadin just above the Engadin Seenplatte. Being one of the winter sports resorts chosen by the famous people of the world, staying in impressive 5-star hotels, the traditional resort
often is combined with the attributes exclusive and glamourous
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