Winter Adventures for Families
Themed Hikes
Curious minds of all ages are invited to explore the Engadin through exciting themed trails — discovering fascinating insights into the Morteratsch Glacier, learning about the majestic ibex and its alpine habitat, or stepping into the role of a detective during the “Crime Fun” experience. These interactive journeys from station to station perfectly blend fun, movement, and learning, with special rewards awaiting young adventurers at the finish.
Easy
Interactive KrimiSpass in Samedan - Without a Trace (SmarTrail)
In the digital outdoor adventure «KrimiSpass», enthusiastic hobby detectives can slip into the role of a commissioner and solve a criminal case. The SmarTrail starts right in the middle of Samedan.
2.83 km
2:0 h
53 hm
59 hm
Intermediate
Morteratsch (SchweizMobil route 314)
A short path through millennia of Earth's history: The Morteratsch Glacier trail leads guests on an easy-to-walk path to the foot of the third longest glacier in the Eastern Alps. An educational trail provides information about the glacier's retreat.
6.00 km
2:0 h
131 hm
130 hm
Easy
Ibex Promenade
Around 1,800 ibexes cannot be wrong: The Graubünden emblem animal feels particularly at home in the mountain world around Pontresina.
1.45 km
25 m
30 hm
64 hm
Ice rinks
Sharp blades glide across mirror-smooth ice, tracing bright white arcs, while nearby cafés invite tired skaters to warm up with hot drinks. The Engadin’s ice rinks are the ultimate winter playground for the whole family. And for true adventurers, the ice trail along the Inn River promises an unforgettable experience — helmet on, and off you go!
Bever ice rink
Ice skating on natural ice in the middle of the village
Celerina Ice Rink - Sports Center
Natural ice rink in the heart of Celerina, in front of the Hotel Cresta Palace.
Curling Silvaplana
Locals and guests meet here to celebrate tactics, precision and team spirit on the ice.
Curling St. Moritz
Curling rinks with or without an instructor
Ice path Madulain - Zuoz
2.5 km of winter magic!
Ice rink Cinuos-chel
Small ice rink near the train station
Ice rink lake Staz
Natural ice rink for ice skating with rental in the middle of the Staz forest.
ice rink Maloja
Closed during winter 2025/26!
Ice rink Promulins Arena Samedan
Entertainment, socializing, fun and active exercise in nature – that’s how it works
Toboggan runs
The world is round, water is wet — and sledding is pure fun. Some truths never change. From thrilling runs with challenging twists to relaxed moonlight sledding or gentle slopes for little ones, the Engadin’s sledding trails promise smiles and laughter for all ages.
Intermediate
805 Preda-Bergün toboggan run
On world-famous rails for unique fun on runners, starting slowly in the small village of Preda, followed by a fast and winding descent under viaducts and along the Alvra and ending gently in Bergün.
5.48 km
20 m
0 hm
409 hm
Easy
Night sledding in Celerina
Night sledding on the Tschainas slope. During the winter sports holidays, the slope at the valley station of the mountain lift is illuminated.
28 m
10 m
0 hm
4 hm
Easy
Toboggan run Languard
Sledging in the middle of Pontresina.
160 m
10 m
0 hm
27 hm
Easy
Snowtubing Maloja
Snowtubing is a fun alternative for everyone who does not ski but wants to spend the day outdoors.
120 m
5 m
3 hm
3 hm
Intermediate
Toboggan run Surlej
The entry to the groomed toboggan run in the forest above Muot dal Diavel offers various access routes, either via the footpath from the Surlej bridge or the footpath from the Cristins ski lift. The fact that the descent is about 400 meters long makes it ideal for family fun.
678 m
5 m
0 hm
54 hm
Intermediate
Toboggan run Alp Proliebas over lower barrier to Alvra Sur
One of the most beautiful Alpine passes in Europe becomes a unique tobogganing paradise in winter
3.06 km
10 m
0 hm
289 hm
Intermediate
Children's bobsleigh track
As part of the BMW IBSF World Championships 2023, a children's bobsleigh track was built for the first time at the Olympia Bob Run: 3 curves and 100 meters of bobsleigh track provided lots of fun!
93 m
1 m
0 hm
4 hm
Intermediate
Sledging run Crasta Mora
On two sled runners through the fairytale forest in Bever
1.14 km
3 m
1 hm
122 hm
Intermediate
Toboggan run Alp Es-cha Dadoura-Madulain
The toboggan pass high above Madulain
2.70 km
7 m
0 hm
313 hm
Easy
Tobogan run Alp Es-cha Dadour - Pizzet
2.19 km
10 m
0 hm
212 hm
Easy
Toboggan run Laret - Lake Sils
Through the beautiful larch forest up to the Silser plain. All within walking distance from Sils.
892 m
5 m
0 hm
80 hm
Easy
Sledding path Alp Griatschouls - S-chanf
Hiking, sledding and fondue - winter can be so delightful.
3.76 km
10 m
0 hm
435 hm
Easy
Toboggan run Survih
Sledging next to the Survih children's ski area
175 m
10 m
0 hm
26 hm
Children's ski areas
Small, charming, and perfectly designed for families — children feel instantly at home in these Engadin’s ski areas, while parents can also enjoy relaxed days on the slopes. Easily accessible and thoughtfully laid out, these children’s ski resorts offer gentle runs for beginners and exciting challenges for adventurous teenagers alike.
Public Magic Carpets
Cross-country skiing
It’s not just on the ski slopes that children and teenagers let off steam — the cross-country trails are just as exciting. At places like the Cross-Country Ski Cross Park in Samedan, young athletes can test their skills on playful courses and even take off from a ramp for an extra thrill.
Easy
Maloja - St. Moritz
Complete a stage of the Engadin Skimarathon
15.00 km
1:30 h
23 hm
38 hm
Easy
Heart-trail San Gian - Golfplatz
Ideal cross-country ski trail for beginners
6.69 km
45 m
11 hm
7 hm
Intermediate
Langlauf Cross Park Samedan
The first permanent cross-country skiing Cross Park in Graubünden.
761 m
15 m
7 hm
7 hm
When the sun takes a break
A child’s sense of adventure knows no bad weather! With gloves and scarf on, there’s plenty to discover in the Engadin even when it's snowing. And if the weather turns too wet, a wide range of indoor attractions ensures fun, action, and memorable moments for the whole family.
Ready for an Engadin winter adventure!
The Engadin's winter wonderland is full of adventures for young and old. And sometimes it's the little moments that make a holiday unforgettable. Who hasn't made a snow angel or built an igloo? The snow makes time stand still and sparks children's imaginations.
To ensure that even our youngest explorers can fully enjoy the Engadin's winter wonderland, the right equipment is essential. Together with namuk, our partner for functional children's clothing, the little ones are ready for cold days, snow, and plenty of adventures in the Engadin.
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Our family tips
Carriage ride into Val Roseg
Snuggle up in a warm sheepskin, listen to the clatter of hooves and look forward to a refreshing treat from the dessert buffet.
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Bellavita Adventure Pool
Bad weather or not, maybe you are not in the mood for skiing? Then off to the Bellavita Adventure Pool!
Bellavita adventure pool and spa Pontresina
Pontresina Mountaineering School
The mountain guides of the Pontresina mountaineering school are the professionals for activities in the mountains.
Mountaineering School Pontresina
Engadin River Ranch - Winter
Riding on horseback under the snow-covered branches and listening to the silence of the forest holds a special magic.
Engadin River Ranch
Goat experience
Goat trekking: A playful group of goats accompanies young and adult animal lovers on leisurely hikes.
Goat Experience: Pachific - Trekking
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