Location

Located on the southern side of the alps in the Engadine at a height of 1,856m above sea level, St. Moritz is right in the middle of the fascinating lake district of the Upper Engadine. Its Romansch language, proximity to Italy, and predominantly German-speaking population make St. Moritz a melting pot of three distinct cultures. The resort owes its prominence to its healing springs, well known for over 3,500 years and first mentioned in historical documents in 1,466 B.C. Summer visitors were already flocking to St. Moritz in the Middle Ages. In addition to its superlative position overlooking the lake and alongside the waterfront, St. Moritz has an attractive array of natural phenomena, cultural and sporting pursuits, commercial activities, and complete tranquility. The pleasant harmony of the landscape of the Upper Engadine with nigh on 90 mountain tarns, its famous "champagne climate", and the blazing Engadine sun all make the place a hugely magnetic destination.

Public transport connections

The journey with the local Rhätische Bahn rail service from Chur to the Engadine, with its winding tunnels and vertigo-inducing viaducts, counts as one of the most picturesque in the whole of Europe, as well as interesting from an engineering perspective. However, it is also possible to travel to the Engadine from Landquart via Klosters and the Vereina-Tunnel. The train ride from Zurich's main station to St. Moritz takes a good 3 hours.

Schools

The local school provides all levels of education from kindergarten to Year 9 in a variety of buildings. Nearby Champfèr caters for gifted children, while the closest Gymnasiums (selective college preparatory schools) include the Schweizerische Alpine Mittelschule Davos, the Sport-Gymnasium Davos, and the Hochalpine Institut in Ftan.

Sports and leisure activities

Winter

There are larger as well as smaller ski areas to tempt skiers and snowboarders out, whether young or old. Other options include sledging, winter hiking, walking, cross-country skiing, and curling as well as numerous alternative activities to suit all weathers. In addition, there are countless events taking place on a regular basis, whether cultural, sporting or life-style oriented.

Summer

Whether mountain biking, hiking and climbing, sailing and rowing, paddle-boarding, surfing and kiting, fishing, playing golf, tennis, or squash, or simply walking up to a mountain lake for a swim, St. Moritz has something to suit everyone. There is also plenty to discover in St. Moritz and its environs from a cultural, artistic and architectural perspective.

Shopping

The local Coop has everything you need on a day-to-day basis, with a bakery and a butcher providing local specialities. Beyond these, there are various fashionable outlets to tempt you with glittering gemstones, stylish designer pieces, select wines, and a wide array of delicatessen produce.

Restaurants and hotels

St. Moritz has a broad selection of hotels and restaurants, with nigh on 100 gastronomic venues offering everything from local dishes to exquisite gourmet menus, to national and international cuisine.

Sightseeing

Attractions include the Leaning Tower of St. Moritz, the Chesa Futura, the Olympic Bobsled Run - the only natural ice bobsled run in the world - Badrutt's Palace, and the Segantini Museum.