Best to connect to a train or drive to Zermatt from these major airports. Moritz is located miles kilometers from Zurich in the German-speaking region of southeastern Switzerland in the Canton of Graubunden. Moritz has an airport Engandin but weather conditions can make access unreliable so best to travel by train or car from Zurich.
Bottom Line: All three resorts are approximately two hours from a major airport. The drive from the airport to the resorts is easy as the roads are always clear but a train ride is the most relaxing and scenic. The Swiss railway system is extensive and the trains leave and arrive on time, are spotless, and are very comfortable. Gstaad has kilometers of ski slopes, 92 kilometers 18 trails for cross country or skate skiing, kilometers 34 trails for winter hiking, and 97 kilometers 14 trails for snow shoeing.
Zermatt pictured below has kilometers of ski slopes, 24 kilometers 2 trails for cross country or skate skiing, 70 kilometers 17 trails for winter hiking, and 11 kilometers 4 trails for snow shoeing. Moritz has kilometers of ski slopes, 80 kilometers for cross country skiing, kilometers for winter hiking, and 50 kilometers for snow shoeing.
Bottom Line : Zermatt and St. Moritz have the most kilometers of ski slopes while Gstaad and St. Moritz can boast of having the most kilometers of trails for cross country or skate skiing, winter hiking, and snow shoeing.
Gstaad is located at 1, meters or 3, feet with most of the accessible mountain peak ski areas less than 2, meters or 6, feet except for Glacier which reaches 3, meters or nearly 10, feet.
Zermatt is located at an elevation of 1, meters 5, feet and is known for having 38 peaks over 4, meters 13, feet but there are only five accessible ski peaks that range from a low of 2, meters 7, feet at Sunnegga to a high of 3, meters 12, feet at Matterhorn Glacier Paradise. Because of the high altitude, snow is always present which guarantees skiing days a year although skiing is limited to the Matterhorn Glacier Paradise in the summer months.
Moritz has an elevation of 1, meters 6, feet and is known for having more than days of sunshine annually. In addition, St. Moritz is the official training location for Swiss Olympians and many other athletes who come to train at high altitudes.
Piz Bernia is the only peak higher than 4, meters at 4, meters 13, feet but most of the ski peaks are 1, meters 5, feet to 3, meters 10, feet so snow is guaranteed. Bottom Line: Snow can be problematic in Gstaad although the Swiss create their own. Most of the mountains in St. Moritz and Zermatt are at higher elevations which bring more snow and a longer winter sport ski season. Street parking can be a challenge but there are parking garages and lots pre-pay that provide ample parking.
The train station is in the center of the village and an easy resource to get to other areas, especially Schonried-Saananmoser, the largest ski area. The Gstaad Information office www. Moritz is located next to Lake St.
Moritz and has a lovely walking path around the perimeter of the lake, as shown below right. The lake path will forever be etched in my mind as the place where I realized my daughter knew her math. No reviews yet Help our community by sharing your experience. Write a review. General info 1. A nearby airport is ideal, as journeying by car or bus through mountainous areas can take longer than on flat terrain. The height of the mountain is the difference in height between the lowest and highest point.
Tall mountains can offer longer pistes, better views, and often better snowfall. The opening hours is the average number of hours per day that the resort is open for skiing. Long opening hours mean you can go for an early ski, or have a long sleep and go later. The summit is higher above sea level. This means the mountain can have lots of snow, even in springtime. A longer ski season offers more flexibility on when to visit. The resort has dedicated on site childrens clubs, so no need to worry about a babysitter.
The level of the base of the mountain above sea level. Source: Wikipedia, ; city's official website, Skiing 1. The total number of ski slopes available at the resort. The size of area available for skiers to enjoy on the mountain as measured in kilometres. These trails are ideal for regular skiers. Moritz for you to choose from! If you are going to be skiing for more than 3 days, or you think you will be skiing in other places throughout the winter, I recommend you buy your own suit or trousers and coat and boots.
I also recommend you rent your gear online before you get there, so it is ready to go as soon as you arrive. Sometimes things get hectic in the ski shops, even more so when there are more than 30 kids from a school trip trying to find out their boot size! You can book your ski hire in St. Moritz in advance through this website and choose the store closest to you where you want to pick up your gear! You can pick it up any time on the day your rental starts or you can ask to collect it a day earlier upon request.
In order to return it, you have to go to the same shop where you picked it up before it closes on the last day of your rental period. Regarding insurance, usually an insurance against breakage and theft is already included in the price of your rental. If you are arriving well into the season, I would advise you to rent it online beforehand to avoid nasty surprises! PRO TIP : I remember when I was little and started skiing, I outgrew my gear very fast and we had to buy new equipment every couple of years, so this is something to take into consideration when travelling with kids — it might be better to rent the equipment for them instead of buying them their own!
Unless you are an expert, I always advise you to take at least one new lesson at each resort you visit. If you are an intermediate skier or snowboarder you can purchase some group lessons at a St.
Moritz Ski school to get you back in shape. If you would rather book a lesson in person you can head to their office in Saint Moritz and talk to one of the employees or instructors about the best choice for you.
Again, at Passionski , you will get the best value for the price! If you would rather book a lesson in person you can head to their office in St. Moritz and talk to one of their employees about the lessons that are offered. Check out the best ones below:.
Zurich is the closest big city to St. Moritz km away and therefore many ski goers land in this city to make their way to St. There are several ways you can travel between these two, it all depends on your budget or desire for independence! Renting a car is a great way to travel between St. Moritz and Zurich, as you get all the freedom to explore the area! This is usually the fastest way to get there and it takes around 2. The prices differ quite a lot and I definitely recommend renting a car as far in advance as possible!
You can check the best rates for your desired dates and types of cars here. The train is another good option, but please note that from Zurich Main Station you will need to change trains at Landquart there are no direct trains, unfortunately and it takes around 3. The first train is at am. There are around 11 trains a day leaving every 40 minutes.
Alternately, you can also get there directly from the Zurich Airport but it takes 20 minutes more than the ride from the city. A train ride is the preferred method for most travelers as the ride is super scenic and also the most ecological choice!
You can purchase your train ride tickets here. The most famous train in the Alps and a must activity during your ski trip in Switzerland is the Bernina Express.
This 4-hour scenic train ride takes you from the heart of St. Moritz all through the Alps while you admire glaciers, lakes and mountain gorges all the way to Tirano and back to St. Located in the very own village of St. Moritz, Lake St. Moritz is quite a famous landmark and a must visit if you are staying around. In summer, you can take a walk around the lake on a 5-km trail or even paddleboard your way across.
But in winter, as the lake freezes, get your camera out as it offers such a stunning view! Moreover, there are even polo games organized on the frozen lake! Moritz tourist center if the ice is thick enough for you to skate on- you might be in for a treat!
Get on a suit, jump on a board and ride the Cresta Run! Moritz and quite a thrill in my opinion! Just register at the Cresta Run Office or book your online slot here. Be quick as they usually run out fast! You can do that by visiting Piz Nair, one of the highest peaks in the Swiss Alps. You can only do it on a tour as the sunrise is outside of the opening hours of the area.
However, transportation and a buffet breakfast is included in this tour. There have only been 3 scheduled dates for so far so be fast and grab your spot! You can check the dates here. In case you are not aware of who Segantini is, he is only considered the greatest painter of Alpine landscapes in the world!
Just because St. Zermatt is the highest ski resort in the Swiss Alps, which means you will be able to ski days a year there!
Located on the border with Italy, it offers astonishing views and world-class skiing on really good quality slopes. I would recommend Zermatt to those skiers that already have some knowledge of skiing and are looking to improve their skills, for experts and for those that like to admire the mighty Matterhorn while they ski.
Even though Zermatt is an amazing place for expert skiers because of its vertical drops and quality of high-level slopes, you can see below that most of its slopes are intermediate level, which means that if you are travelling with people of different skill levels, this is a great place to go!
With slopes of km in total in Zermatt, rest assured that you will be trying new slopes if you want to every single day and enjoying one of the best places to ski in Switzerland! You might be surprised to read that the price of Zermatt ski passes is a bit higher than in St. Even though the latter has quite a reputation of being the ski glamour mecca, Zermatt has a more relaxing vibe and due to the large amount of snow that it receives and the quality of its slopes, it provides a ski experience that is almost insurmountable!
The prices above provide access to all ski areas in Zermatt and are estimative. They can change depending on when in the season will you be visiting. You can buy your tickets for your dates here. Knowing where to rent your equipment is a must when heading on your Swiss Alps holiday. When renting ski equipment, I always go for quality over price. If you are going skiing during the high season, I have found the best equipment rental store for you.
Otherwise, you can always pop in their store and rent your gear on the spot. Once you book your gear, you can pick it up from the store on the day that your rental period begins and drop it off at the same place on the last day of your rental period.
You can check their full price list here. PRO TIP: As explained before, when buying ski gear for children, you can buy a size or two bigger since they will outgrow it pretty fast! Otherwise, you can always rent ski clothing or even sell it; buying second hand ski equipment is quite common in many countries. My recommendations on ski lessons depend on your level of expertise and also on your level of confidence!
Like everything in life, skiing is very much about confidence and throwing yourself at it with no fear. However, you do need to know the basics and it is great to hire a teacher to give you an overview of the ski resort on your first day of your Zermatt snowboarding holidays! Group lessons are a great way to have fun and meet people while learning how to ski! I know that some might feel pressured to perform better in a private lesson and feel like group lessons are more relaxed, giving you the right amount of independence to improve on your own while still having a great personal and tailored experience!
Plus, it is always more affordable! If you would rather book it in person you can head to Summit Ski School Office in Zermatt and talk to one of their employees or instructors about the best choice for you. These can last from 1.
For a more personal touch, you can also book the lessons in person here with Summit Ski School. First of all, I would like to mention that whether you are flying to Geneva or Zurich, you should be fine renting a car or getting a train to Zermatt. Even though Geneva is technically closer, the distance from Zermatt to Zurich is quite similar!
If you are landing in Geneva, renting a car is a great option. The price is quite reasonable even by Swiss standards and it provides you with more independence to move around town, check out different slopes and even do some day trips to the neighboring towns!
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