Mountains, lakes and a special quality of light combine to create a magical effect in the Engadin. Add villages full of variety, inspiring people and an impression of infinite space, and you have a region guaranteed to enchant every visitor. Not convinced? Try the intelligent search function.
Sun-kissed Upper Engadin is the largest winter sports region in Switzerland and St. Moritz is a mecca for skiing. In 2017, it hosted the Alpine World Ski Championships for the fifth time. But it’s not just Corviglia (where the World Ski Championships took place) that attracts skiers and snowboarders from all over the world to the high valley in Grisons, cross-country skiers and snowshoers will also get a run for their money on any of the well-prepared cross-country ski trails and idyllic hiking routes.
Upper Engadin is a true paradise for winter sports enthusiasts. But the region also has a proud tradition of ice sports: ice rinks and tracks for curling, hockey, Bavarian curling and ice skating can be found in every village to add some variety to your active holiday – along with indoor sports and a range of sporting excursions. Special sports activities and discounts for families with children make the winter sports region a great destination for your next family trip.
Before your active weekend or winter holiday begins, first get an overview of the sports activities from the various operators throughout the region. It’s also worth having a look at the various packages and special deals. For example, many hotels offer ski passes at special rates, and attractive holiday packages can be purchased when booking a holiday apartment.
‘Magical light in the wild yet idyllic high mountain valley, stunning expanses and a host of various activities – that’s what makes a true alpine summer in Engadin and St. Moritz. It’s no surprise that Engadinand St. Moritz offers an unmatched range of sporting activities: from mountain biking and hiking to golf and watersports – whatever takes your fancy. The range of hikes and trails, e-bike tours and various mountain biking options on bike trails, flow trails and in the bike parks make Engadin and St. Moritz the perfect holiday destination for sports enthusiasts.’
Engadin has a wide variety of summer sports activities – hikers and mountaineers will be tempted by a range of walking and hiking trails, climbing routes and high mountain tours. And there's also a wide range of sport options available in and around the village either: the golf courses in Engadin and St. Moritz are among the most famous and oldest in Switzerland. There are all kinds of options for water sports, including wind surfing, sailing, kite surfing, stand-up paddleboarding, fishing and more. The wide range of sports is definitely more than enough for several visits to Engadin and St. Moritz.
Excursions to the most beautiful viewpoints in the Engadin region by foot, mountain railway or bike are favourite visitor experiences. In addition to sport trips, various operators offer courses – the perfect opportunity to try out a new sport or participate in a group trip.
What’s the weather like at Corviglia or on Muottas Muragl, in Celerina or St. Moritz? Our webcam images give you a live view of the most popular tourist destinations and ski areas in the Engadin. We look forward to your visit!
