Cross-country skiing
Always on the right track
The network of cross-country ski trails in the Upper Engadine is the largest in Switzerland and the landscape is also one of the most beautiful anywhere. Whether over frozen lakes, through snow-covered forests or in dreamy side valleys - cross-country skiing enthusiasts will find what they are looking for here: top quality trails, guaranteed snow, different topographies and a variety of landscapes that, like cross-country skiing, require stamina, because it is impossible to explore everything the first time. So don't worry if you become a repeat offender - when it comes to cross-country skiing in the Engadine!
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The cross-country ski pass is valid on over 5,500 km of trails throughout Switzerland.
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Classic
It takes around half a meter of snow to create a classic trail. In the Engadine you will find over 240 kilometers of such trails. The classic style is as old as cross-country skiing. When done dynamically, the technique is probably more demanding than skating. But be that as it may. In addition to the trails that offer both a classic and a skating trail, there are also those that are reserved for classic lovers - a total of 135 of them. For example, the one in Val Roseg. More about this dream trail and other tips for classic fun.
Easy
Pontresina - Morteratsch
Cross-country skiing towards the Bernina range
5.50 km
45 m
107 hm
28 hm
Easy
Genussloipe Engadin - Culinary delights meet cross-country skiing
On cross-country skis through the snowy landscape of the Engadin with breaks in charming restaurants - this is what the unique Genussloipe Engadin promises. In each restaurant, a lovingly prepared dish and a selected drink are served.
14.11 km
1:30 h
11 hm
59 hm
Difficult
Dream trail Celerina
Dream trail through the enchanting Stazerwald.
3.92 km
30 m
70 hm
26 hm
Difficult
Roseg Valley Trail (SwitzerlandMobility Route 264)
Over 230 impressive kilometers make up the cross-country trail network of Engadin St. Moritz. A trip to the Roseg Valley is worthwhile: the trail climbs continuously, with three-thousand-meter peaks of the Upper Engadin towering on the left and right.
14.13 km
2:0 h
233 hm
233 hm
Skating
Skaters get their money's worth in the Engadin. Around 200 of the more than 240 kilometers of trails can be covered using free technique. A highlight are the lake trails from Maloja to Champfèr - the feeling of gliding over the frozen Upper Engadin lakes gives you wings. A well-intentioned tip: watch out for the Maloja wind. Whether you want to run with or against the wind is up to you - but over 13 kilometers the direction can make a decisive difference. More trail tips for skaters.
Intermediate
Engadin Skimarathon (SwitzerlandMobility Route 265)
Train on the original route of the Engadin Skimarathon.
44.30 km
5:30 h
124 hm
266 hm
Intermediate
Racing trail Surlej/Silvaplana
FIS-approved cross-country ski trail in Engadin.
2.24 km
30 m
25 hm
25 hm
Easy
Genussloipe Engadin - Culinary delights meet cross-country skiing
On cross-country skis through the snowy landscape of the Engadin with breaks in charming restaurants - this is what the unique Genussloipe Engadin promises. In each restaurant, a lovingly prepared dish and a selected drink are served.
14.11 km
1:30 h
11 hm
59 hm
Intermediate
Zuoz - Zernez
The trail leads with sporty ups and downs along the right side of the Inn River down to Zernez. The route mostly runs through a romantically wild winter forest.
18.22 km
2:0 h
152 hm
351 hm
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Cross-country skiing tips & rules of behaviour
- The difficulty level of the cross-country trails (easy, medium, difficult), the kilometre and altitude information and the duration help you to choose the route according to your ability.
- Allow enough time and find out about the possibilities for turning back.
- Skis, bindings, boots, poles. These cross-country skiing centres and sports shops will bring your equipment up to scratch and check the correct length of poles and skis.
- You need to learn how to glide confidently on narrow skis: cross-country skiing instructors introduce beginners to the correct technique.
- Special care is required in icy conditions.
- Only use the regular cross-country trails during daylight hours; there are three floodlit night trails in the evening. If you do your laps in the dark, you reduce the quality of the freshly groomed cross-country trails for the next day and run the risk of colliding with snow groomers.
- Never walk directly behind a snow groomer. There is a danger to life.
- The person travelling downhill has right of way.
- Do not skate across the classic track.
- On the four marked dog cross-country trails, four-legged friends are allowed to run alongside cross-country skiers without a lead, but dogs are not allowed on any other trails.
- An extensive network of winter hiking trails is available to pedestrians and cyclists. They leave tracks on the cross-country ski trails that impair the quality of the piste.
- The rules of conduct of the International Ski Federation FIS also ensure conflict-free cross-country skiing enjoyment.
Indication of the level of technical difficulty
The following colours and shapes are used to indicate the technical difficulty level.
🟦 Easy: mostly flat, max. approx. 10% incline/ decline, clearly visible descents
🟥 Intermediate: undulating terrain, up to approx. 20% incline/ decline, bends require active changes of direction
⬛ Difficult: longer or steeper sections than "Medium"
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Waxing tips from the Swiss Cross-Country Skiing School in Pontresina
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Swiss cross-country ski pass
The cross-country ski pass is valid on over 5,500 km of trails throughout Switzerland. After payment, the cross-country ski pass will be delivered to you within 5-7 working days. Please note that shipping outside of Switzerland is unfortunately not possible.
Depending on how you want to spend your vacation, whether you want to spend a whole week on the trails, only on selected days, or come back to the Engadin to use the trails all season long - we have the right offer for you.
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Full body training made easy
Cross-country skiing activates almost all the muscles from head to toe and gets the cardiovascular system going.
Skills parks / cross-country course
Technique and balance: learning this sport means acquiring specific skills that can then be applied on the cross-country trail.
Wax tip
Since weather and snow conditions vary, waxing must be adapted dynamically. Click here for waxing tips.
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Cross-country skiing in all its facets
Night cross-country trails
For all those who can't get enough of our silver trail paradise during the day.
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Dog trails
Four dog trails where your four-legged friend can run alongside you without having to be on a leash.
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Circular trails
There is something reassuring about having the start and finish in the same place.
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