Glamourous, top of the world, with champagne-like air, playground for celebs & royalty. It is all about the world-famous Swiss mountain village, where the alpine winter tourism was born. But St. Moritz is more than just those praising epithets. Here is our list of 10 reasons why you should have St. Moritz on your list for the next ski holidays.
- Alpine scenery. It is stunning. Point. And we have champagne air that sparkles in the sun. And snow-covered peaks, and wide beautiful valley with frozen lakes and pine forests. Just come and discover for yourself.
- On-piste. Start your winter adventure with the ultimate decision: alpine or cross-country skiing. Or don’t choose and alternate. And add some tobogganing too. St. Moritz and the Engadin Valley are just perfect for all of those.
- Off-piste. Walk, hike, fat bike, speed up (or down?) on cresta or bob run, fly with a heli or a parachute, take snowshoes or ice skates on (on a frozen lake in the middle of Staz forest, maybe?), relax in a horse carriage or in one of numerous spa centers, play snow golf, cricket on ice, curling, try skijoring or just horse riding, have fun with snow kiting or a husky ride, and the list can go on. St. Moritz is an ideal alpine destination for those who would like to have a large variety of activities.
- Shopping. Here in St. Moritz, it is an activity on its own. Via Serlas is a local Via Monte Napoleone and the most prominent fashion houses enjoy presenting their latest ski & winter collections in St. Moritz.
- Gourmet. St. Moritz has no shortage of Michelin stars, GaultMillau points, classic Grand restaurants, cozy pizzerias, fondue & raclette huts, mountain panoramic terraces, hidden tasty places and world-famous epicure heavens.
- Get inspired. Immerse yourself in the cultural scene with a tour of St. Moritz and Engadin’s art galleries, showcasing a blend of traditional and contemporary artwork. Start with Hauser & Wirth, Vito Schnabel’s Gallery, Museum Susch, Not Vital’s Schloss Tarasp, James Turrell’s Skyspace in Zuoz or room in Scala St. Moritz, and then keep on discovering the ever-growing art world of the Engadin valley.
- Party & socialize. Dracula’s, King’s Social, Pavarotti, La Baracca (hey, they are back this winter!), Renaissance Bar at the Palace are our favourites and what is yours? And then of course there are those exclusive and private cocktails & receptions that turn St. Moritz into the winter social season location of the international elite.
- Events. Once the festive season’s celebrations are over, St. Moritz is diving into the events season: Snow Polo, Gourmet Festival, White Turf, Cocktail week, the ICE, Nomad, Ski Marathon to name just a few.
- It is all about location. 3 hours by car to Zurich, 1 hour to Italian boarder, 1 hour 30 minutes to the lake of Como and 3 hours to any of Milan airports, 1 hour to the Austrian border and a bit less then 3 hours to Innsbruck. And last but not least – 15 minutes to the Engadin airport that accepts large private jets up to Boeing 737.
- Unique accommodation. St. Moritz is not only famous for its Grand hotels, but also for its Suvretta chalet hill. Some of those prestigious properties are turned into unique rental holiday homes by the team of PPM St. Moritz, with own chefs, butlers, housekeeping team, and dedicated concierges who all make sure your stay in St Moritz becomes a perfect one!
Photo credits: Engadin St. Moritz AG & PPM Exclusive Services GmbH
