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ST. MORITZ ENGADIN ELEGANT ALPINE SCENARY

 

St. Moritz is located on the upper side of the Engadin valley, famous for its impressive, unspoilt Alpine scenery.

The combination of lakes and mountains offer amazing skylines all yearlong, but during the winter season the magical winter land atmosphere of the snow in combination with all the winter activities and events, make it unique in the Alps. 

 

 

A skier’s paradise because of the four large and varied ski areas of Corviglia/Piz Nair, Corvatsch, Diavolezza/Lagalb and Zuoz, with 350km of slopes waiting to be explored.

Each area has slopes for all levels, modern lifts and a great choice of restaurants, some of them with spectacular panoramic views over the highest mountains and glaciers.

 

Guests from all over the world appreciate St. Moritz for the modern Alpine lifestyle, characterised by top-class restaurants able to satisfy gourmet requests even on the slopes. Here Hotels, set standards  in all categories and events of international calibre.

 

 

"We have had the fortune of visiting St. Moritz many times and admit that if you arrive there for the first time, imagining to find a typical tranquil Alpine village, of wooden and stone chalets with Engadin façades, you may be in for a surprise / a little disappointed. St. Moritz is a world in itself, multi-million franc modern constructions, residential complexes of varying heights, bars, clubs, high end shops and luxury hotels.

 

But this is also part of the allure of St. Moritz : strolling in the center you perceive an exclusive air about this place, it has been a meeting place for the jet set for over 150 years." 

Fabio

 

 

At the same time, its quite evident why St. Moritz has become so celebrated: Frozen lakes embraced by centuries old woods, kilometers of immaculate slopes, breathtaking views, equipment and services to satisfy the standards of even the most demanding clients. From The Top of the World.  

 

For shopping lovers, the Via Serlas guarantees great shopping in a limited space. Via Serlas is located  in the center of the old St. Moritz and  is not only Europe’s highest shopping avenue, it also boasts the highest density of top brands.

The excitingly fashionable Alpine shopping scene entices you to purchase in boutiques, traditional sports outlets, souvenir, gift shops and exclusive delicatessens.

 

 

 

WHAT TO DO IN ST. MORITZ AND IN THE NEARBY REGION

 

IN THE VILLAGE

1. Shopping in the luxury Via Serlas.

2. Ski fun on the slopes of the Corviglia ski area.

3. Winter Bob rides for visitors. An adrenaline experience on the oldest bobsleigh run in the world.

4. Save the date of the Snow Polo world cup on the frozen lake of St. Moritz.

5. Enjoy a romantic ride in a horse-drawn sleigh or carriage one the frozen lakes.

6. Visit the Segantini Museum of the important artist of Realistic Symbolism Giovanni Segantini.

7. Relax in the new and modern St. Moritz Swimming pool and Spa or in the smaller and cosy wellness centers of Samedan and Pontresina.

 

IN THE NEARBY REGION

1. Engadin ski pass - a unique ski pass to use pubblic trasport and to ski on the diffrents slopes areas of the valley, Corviglia, Diavolezza, Corvatsch and more.

2. Save the date of the country Ski Marathon one the frozen lakes of Engadin.

3. Reach Muottas Muragl the best panoramic point of St. Moritz and the Engadin.

4. Book a ticket of the Glacier express or the Bernina Express.

5. Friday night skiing on the slopes of the Corvatsch ski area.

6. Ski trail, Freeride, MTB and Trekking around Engadin.

 


WHERE TO SLEEP IN ST. MORITZ - HOTELS, B&B, APARTMENTS

 

St. Moritz is a mountain luxury resort and offers a lot of hotels and holiday houses. It is possible to find an accomodation also in others villages of Engadin.

 

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HOW TO GET TO ST. MORITZ

 

Located in Switzerland the center of Engadin valley, St. Moritz is  reachble by car and is connected by pubblic busses. It is possible to reach St. Moritz also by train from Thusis with the Glacier Express, or from Tirano (IT) with the Bernina Express.

 

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ZHR - Zurich airport  3,00h

MXP - Milan Malpensa airport 3,00h

LIN - Milan Linate airport 2,45h

 St. Moritz Engadin has a small airport located in Samedan available for private jets only.


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ANDERMATT - ACROSS 8 PASSES IN THE HEARTH OF SWISS ALPS

 

This peaceful town at the foot of the Gottard Massiv boasts an idyllic strategic position, at the crossroads of the biggest major Alpine artery and has eight mountain passes nearby.

 

 

Its central position makes it easily accessible both in winter and summer. In winter, the various ski resorts in the Ski Arena Andermatt-Sedrun have an extensive choice of pistes for all levels and heights.

 

The Gemsstok is a mountain for free riders and those who love steep slopes. The Natschen and Sedrun are ideal for those who love a relaxing ride with family. With over 100km of runs and well signposted trails for snowshoeing or other winter trails there is plenty to do to outdoors.

Whoever is searching for a speedy sled ride, has three slopes available. Cross-country skiers with find 28 km of pistes for the classic style and skating style in Ursental and 12km in Sedrun. 

 

In the heart of the Swiss Alps excursions, tranquillity, nature and guaranteed snowfall.

 

A multi coloured summer is offered in Andermatt. Thanks to being in the vicinity of 8 epic Alpine passes (San Gottardo, Novena, Oberalp, Furka, Grimsel, Susten, Klausen e Lucomagno), becoming the perfect starting point for a paradise of excursions, cyclists, motorbikes, families and mountain bikers.

 

We strongly recommend a visit to the Sasso San Gottardo museum where up until a few years ago, a secret Swiss army artillery was concealed here, right in the belly of the mountain.

Andermatt is a tranquil friendly town, central hub for the panoramic Swiss railway and Glacier express, still well conserved with typical buildings, perfect for those looking for peace and contact with nature.

 

CLOSE TO OUR HEARTS

"Biking on the passes and end the day with a dinner in the historical center  eating "Roasti" patetos and drinking a cold bier."

 

 


WHAT TO VISIT IN ANDERMATT AND IN THE NEARBY REGION

 

IN THE VILLAGE:

1. Enjoy the Roasti patetos in a typical restaurant

2. Walk to the little white church "Mariahilf Kapelle" 

 

IN THE  NEARBY REGION:

1: Do you like ski en freeride? Cool, this is the best location in the hearth of Switzerland.

2. Biker, Motorbiker, vintage Cars lover... 8 passes to cross!!!.

3. Visit the San Gottardo Museum.

4. Get on board of the Glacier Express to discover the swiss mountains from Zermatt to St Moritz.

 

WHEN TO VISIT ANDERMATT

 

We spent a beautiful days in this village during Summer and Winter.

We suggest a visit all year.

 


WHERE TO SLEEP IN ANDERMATT - HOTELS, B&B, APARTMENTS

 

Andermatt offers a large number of hotels and holiday houses. It is possible to find an accomodation in the town or in the panoramic villages of the valley.

 

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HOW TO GET TO ANDERMATT


Andermatt is located in the center of Switzerland. It is well connected and accessible by pubblic transport.

The passes in winter could be closed and Andermatt is accesible driving on the road n°2 only.

 

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ZHR - Zurich airport  1,40h

BSL - Basel airport  2,00h

 MXP - Milan Malpensa airport  2,30h

 


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VAL MASINO AND VAL DI MELLO NATURE AND CLIMBING PARADISE

 

The Val Masino and its side valleys are described as a climbing paradise thanks to the vertiginous granite walls and breathtaking nature.

 

 

Val Masino is also popalar for the historical Bagni Masino Therme and the long Sentiero Roma trail, became famous for the skyrunner Kima Trophy.

 

 

THE NATURAL RISERVE OF VAL DI MELLO

Val di Mello is vehicle-free climbing paradise thanks to the vertiginous granite walls with popolar names: Il Pricipizio degli Asteroidi, Luna Nascente, Kundalini, Il Giardino delle Bambine Leucemiche are some of the epic walls in the valley.

 

Following the path beside the river, it is easy to find beautiful spots perfect to a great picture or for a fresh bath in the blue and clear water.

The first part of the valley is a great excursion also for family. Few mountain houses offer a place for lunch or dinner with typical local products.

 

Trekkers that love nature and wild itineraries can walk for hours until huts (rifugio Allievi is the biggest structure in Val di Mello), bivouacs and peaks up in the mountains.

Remarkble is the epic Sentiero Roma, a long trial from Bagni Masino to Filorera (or even longer leaving from Novate Mezzola in Valchiavenna).

 

SASSO REMENNO DI BIGGEST STONE OF EUROPE

In the middle of the Masino Valley, beside the main road to San Martino, it is located the Sasso Remenno the biggest boulder in Europe.

 

This monolithic has a volume of hal million of cube meters. Climbers have the opportunity to choose different level of difficulty, for beginners and experts, and enjoy here this outdoor activity.
The area is became also a training center for Mountain Club and Mountain Rescue Team.

 

 

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WHAT TO DO IN VAL MASINO AND IN THE NEARBY REGION

 

AROUND THE  VALLEY

1. Climbing, Alpinism and Ice climbing.. you need just to choose a location around you.

2. Save the date of the Melloblocco an internationl bouldering meeting.

3. Sleep in the panoramic mountain houses of the valley, Ponti, Allievi, Omio, Gianetti.

4. Climb the epic walls of the val di Mello.

5. Hike along the "Sentiero Roma" a trail of 5 days around the high passes of the Masino valley (high level EE).

6. Relax in the Bagni Masino Therme.

7. Family escursion and pic-nic in Predarossa.

8. Admire the skyrunners during the world famous Kima Trophy.

9. Climbing and Alpinism on the Piz Badile group.

 

IN THE NEARBY REGION

1. Vertemate Franchi Palacein the town of Prosto, a fascinating villa of the XVI century, with an italian garden.

2. Discover the panoramic village of Soglio, the terrace of Val Bregaglia.

3. Don't miss the "Notte Rosa"  Acquafraggia waterfall festival, every year in July.

4. Hike on the log and historical trails of Via Bregaglia.

5. Visit the beautiful town of Chiavenna.

6. Ski, Freeride and Trekking in St. Moritz and in Engadin.

 


WHERE TO SLEEP IN VAL MASINO - HOTELS, B&B, APARTMENTS

 

The Val Masino offers fewer hotels and holiday houses. It is possible to find an accomodation also in a villages of the Valtellina and reach the Valmasino for a day trip.

 

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HOW TO GET TO VAL MASINO AND VAL DI MELLO

 

Val Masino is valley in Italy and is located in Valtellina, above the village of Ardenno that it is reachble also by train.

 

Ardenno is connected by bus to San Martino Val Masino. By Car, from Ardenno (SS38), follow directions to Val Masino. To reach Predarossa, it is necessary to pay a tool on the way, after the village of Filorera. Val di Mello is not reachble by car in summer (a parking area is available in San Martino Val Masino and Val di Mello is connected with a shuttle bus service).

 

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BGY - Milan Bergamo airport 2,00h

 


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