Destination guide
St. Moritz
Switzerland
St. Moritz (German: Sankt Moritz, Italian: San Maurizio, French: Saint-Moritz) is in the Upper Engadin in the canton of Graubünden in Switzerland.
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If you plan to hike or use the mountain cable cars, book your accommodation for at least two nights. This grants you inclusive access to the lift network, which is the most efficient way to reach high-altitude trails and peaks like Corviglia.
Avoid bringing a car during the winter season. Parking is extremely limited, and the local public transport network is designed to handle the movement of visitors between the town centre and the surrounding valleys effectively.
Plan your visit to the Cresta Run between late December and early March to observe the skeleton training and races. This is a unique, historic natural track that only operates during the coldest months of the year.
For a social evening, head to the bars within the 17th-century Chesa Veglia farmhouse. It is a local staple for pre- or post-dinner drinks in an environment that maintains its historic architectural character.
When choosing a base, distinguish between central town hotels and those in surrounding villages like Celerina or Samedan. While the outskirts offer proximity to regional train stations, you will rely on the train or bus to reach the core of St. Moritz, as these villages are not within walking distance.
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Best time to go
Best window: June–September
January, February, March, November and December are the months to avoid — cold. The window below is when it is genuinely pleasant.
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Getting around
Getting around
St.Moritz has a good public transport network. Biking is also very good around St.Moritz, however it is sometimes a bit steep. There are very few parking places in wintertime.
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What to see
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Lake St Moritz
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In winter the frozen lake hosts polo matches and horse races on ice; in summer it mirrors the surrounding peaks.
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Chesa Futura
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A striking spherical wooden building by Norman Foster that stands out against St Moritz's more traditional Engadine architecture.
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Segantini Museum
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A domed museum devoted to Giovanni Segantini's luminous Alpine landscape paintings, many made in the surrounding Engadine valley.
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Chesa Veglia
Dating from 1658, it is one of the oldest farmhouses in St. Moritz. Now it houses three restaurants and two bars. The grill Chadafö provides the perfect setting for elegant dining with classic French cuisine.
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Berry Museum
Via Arona 32, 7500 St. Moritz
The Berry Museum, which is housed in the 100-year old Villa Arona in the heart of St. Moritz, is dedicated to the spa physician and painter, Peter Robert Berry (1864–1942).
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Cresta Run
Cresta run is the only natural skeleton downhill course. The first race was held in 1884/85. Spectacular races or training runs take place every day from the end of December to the beginning of March.
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Heidi hut
The well-known story of the Swiss Heidi was filmed in the Engadin. The Heidi hut is located above St. Moritz and is among the most famous sightseeing attractions.
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Leaning tower
It is the symbol of St. Moritz. It dates back to the 12th century. It is opposite the Kulm Hotel.
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What to do
Bernina Express to Tirano
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A red train crosses the dizzying Landwasser Viaduct on its way from St Moritz down into Italy, one of the great rail journeys of the Alps.
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Muottas Muragl to Alp Languard panorama trail
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A high balcony walk above Pontresina with constant views over the glaciated peaks ringing the Engadine valley.
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Fuorcla Surlej
Red-class hike, 6h, Murtèl station to Pontesina
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Walking and hiking
In St. Moritz walking/hiking is always a spectacular experience. There are over 580 km of hiking trails. Visitors in a wheelchair do not fall short since there are 9 wheelchair-accessible hikes. The best about hiking in St.
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Schellen-Ursli weg
1.5 km long trail named after a children’s character, suitable for pushchairs too.
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Ice-skating in summer
There is an artificial ice-rink that is open from mid-July to mid-April. The following activities and services are available: ice skating for everyone, curling, ice rental, and special events on request.
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Skiing and snowboarding
There are four ski regions in and around St. Moritz. They offer 350 kilometres of prepared slopes and 34 cosy restaurants. Moreover, there are a number of snowsports schools in St.
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Mountain biking
A true bikers’ paradise exists between the highest peaks of the eastern Alps. There are 400 km of pure riding pleasure with routes for all levels of difficulty.
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Where to stay
Maloja Palace
Maloja· Expensive
Located 15 km from the centre of Saint Moritz. Opened in 1884, it was the biggest and most modern hotel in the Alps and the first hotel to bear the name "Palace".
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La Margna
Via Serlas 5
Member of Swiss Quality Hotels International. Located 200 m from the train station and the city centre. Parking available. Single room double room (Apr 2009)
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Hauser
Via Traunter plazzas 7
Member of Swiss Quality Hotels International. Located 500m from the train station directly in the city centre. Single room double room (Apr 2009).
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Quadratscha
Samedan
Member of Swiss Quality Hotels International. Located 7km from the centre of Saint Moritz and 250 m from the train station Samedan. Single room double room (low season 2009).
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Chesa Rosatsch
Celerina
Member of Swiss Quality Hotels International. Located 3.4km from the centre of Saint Moritz and 1km from the train station Celerina. Single room double room (low season 2009).
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Casa Franco
Via Sela 11
Cheap hotel (for Saint Moritz standards). Simple and clean rooms with a good breakfast included. This hotel is quite far from the city centre, around 10 minutes by bus and 30 minutes by foot.
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