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St. Moritz, located in the Swiss canton of Graubünden, is considered the cradle of winter tourism. The municipality in the Engadine attracts an international jet-set audience year after year, who want to ski down World Cup slopes, celebrate at après-ski in elegant bars, or stroll along the noble shopping mile of St. Moritz.

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St. Moritz - Must-see attractions
St. Moritz - Secret spots
St. Moritz - In 3 days

St. Moritz - Must-see attractions

St. Moritz - Holiday homes & apartments

Lake St. Moritz

The St. Moritz Lake has gained particular fame as the venue for the horse race "White Turf." As part of this exclusive horse race, which takes place annually in February, noble thoroughbred horses and talented jockeys captivate the audience. The Engadin Ski Marathon also runs across the lake. On the western shore of the St. Moritz Lake lie the healing springs of St. Moritz-Bad, while the town center rises above the northern shore. The eastern shore areas extend to the Stazerwald, which offers hiking trails and cross-country ski tracks.

Corviglia

From St. Moritz, you can reach Corviglia with the Chanterella railway. Together with the connected ski area Marguns above the town of Celerina, Corviglia is the largest ski area in the Engadin. In summer, you can explore the region around Corviglia on numerous hiking routes. A popular excursion destination is the Lej Alv, a natural reservoir lake. For families with children, themed hiking trails like the Schellenursliweg or Heidi's Flower Path are particularly suitable. More challenging is the route that leads to the summit of Piz Nair.

Black Peak

At the summit of Piz Nair, an ibex statue stands, watching over the Engadin from high above. In both summer and winter, you can reach the mountain with the Chantarella-Corviglia funicular. The view of the Upper Engadin lakes is breathtaking. Piz Nair is part of the Corviglia ski area, which includes 155 kilometers of scenic slopes. The summit restaurant "10000 Feet" invites you to stop by. While enjoying typical dishes from the Engadin, your gaze drifts through panoramic windows over the magnificent mountain world of Switzerland.

Segantini Museum

Admire Segantini's nature paintings, which made the Alps shine in a fresh light. A popular motif of the painter, who lived from 1859 to 1899, was rural life with animals. Segantini painted his pictures outdoors and climbed high mountains to do so. The artist last lived in the Engadine mountain village of Majola, where he created his "Alpine Triptych," a huge three-part painting. The museum offers the opportunity to trace Segantini's artistic development and discover his deep connection with the Swiss Alps.

St. Moritz Village

Located on the idyllic lake of the same name, St. Moritz-Dorf forms the original part of the renowned winter sports resort in the Swiss canton of Graubünden. The Leaning Tower, a remnant of the village church demolished in 1893, is considered a landmark. The Segantini Museum, built specifically to exhibit the works of the famous painter Giovanni Segantini, is worth a visit. At the Hanselmann confectionery, you will be spoiled with treats. The traditional establishment opened its doors as early as 1894.

Muottas Muragl

Muottas Muragl is known for its panoramic railway, which comfortably takes you to the summit in the Swiss Alps. At the top, a breathtaking view of the Engadine mountain world opens up. Hiking trails lead from Muottas Muragl through the meadows and pine forests. In winter, skiers race down the groomed slopes. For cross-country skiers, there are trails that lead through the idyllic winter landscape. Children are drawn on sleds to the snowy slopes, and the whole family explores the picturesque winter world on winter hikes.

St. Moritz - Secret spots

St. Moritz - Holiday homes & apartments

Mili Weber Museum

For many years, Mili Weber lived in St. Moritz in the Swiss Engadin. The former residence of the illustrator and artist now houses a museum that displays her oil and watercolor paintings as well as the floral paintings of her half-sister Anna Haller. The Mili Weber House can only be visited as part of a guided tour.

Future House

On Via Tinus in the Engadine luxury resort of St. Moritz stands an unusual building that immediately catches everyone's eye: Chesa Futura was built in 2004 according to the plans of British star architect Sir Norman Foster. The facade of the exclusive residential building, which comprises ten private apartments, is clad with 250,000 larch shingles.

Leaning Tower of St. Moritz

Not only Pisa in Italy, but also the glamorous winter sports resort of St. Moritz in the Engadin Alps can boast a leaning tower. The 33-meter-high tower is a remnant of the Church of St. Mauritius, which was demolished in 1893. The tower has a tilt of 5.5 degrees due to a landslide.

Stazer Lake

Although it is no secret to the locals, Lake Staz is a hidden gem for visitors. Located between St. Moritz, Pontresina, and Samedan, it offers a peaceful setting for relaxation, picnics, and swimming in the summer, away from the tourist hustle and bustle.

St. Moritz - In 3 days

St. Moritz - Holiday homes & apartments

Day 1

After unpacking your suitcases, start a tour of exploration through St. Moritz. In the center of the holiday resort with 5,000 inhabitants in the Swiss Engadin, there is always something going on with many restaurants, cafes, and shopping opportunities. The Leaning Tower, the landmark of St. Moritz, is not to be missed. The tower once belonged to the Church of St. Mauritius and has been standing with a clearly visible tilt at the edge of town since the end of the 18th century due to a landslide. Continue your walk to Lake St. Moritz. In summer, a cool refreshment while swimming or a cozy picnic on the shore is enticing. You can circle the lake on foot or by bicycle over a length of 4 km. In the cold season, the frozen Lake St. Moritz is an absolute attraction for locals and guests and transforms into a huge ice rink for young and old with magnificent views of the Alpine world of the Engadin.

Day 2

St. Moritz has made a name for itself as a fashionable ski resort. Use the second day of your winter vacation for fun in the Corviglia / St. Moritz ski area. It has around 160 kilometers of slopes and, with its predominantly easy and intermediate runs, is well-suited for snowboarding and skiing with children or for beginners on the slopes. Rustic alpine huts for a cozy stopover can be found, among others, on the Corviglia, which is considered the local mountain of St. Moritz. Winter hiking trails for snow tours amidst the pure tranquility of the snowy landscape complement the winter fun around the Corviglia. Of course, the mountain also attracts nature-related hikes in the summer, such as the family-friendly Heidi's Flower Trail. The themed hiking trail leads over 2 km past colorful mountain flowers. It ends, as the name suggests, at the original hut of Almöhi from the 1970s TV adaptation of the children's book classic Heidi, which is open for visits.

Day 3

The third day in St. Moritz is dedicated to culture. Art enthusiasts are drawn to the Segantini Museum. It is dedicated to the works of the painter Giovanni Segantini, who is especially known for his paintings of high mountain landscapes in the style of realistic symbolism of the late 19th century. Those who want to delve into the cultural history of the region plan a visit to the Engadine Museum. In this local history museum, you can view historically authentically furnished living spaces and learn about the transformation of the once agriculturally dominated region into a sophisticated holiday destination. In the afternoon, you follow the historical traces of St. Moritz as a spa. The Forum Paracelsus offers an interactive exhibition on the history of the St. Moritz healing springs. At the drinking fountain, you can taste the strongly iron-rich and carbonated water with its characteristically slightly sour taste yourself.

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