01 June 2019

The Swiss Alps, a snowy world

Switzerland, in the heart of the Alps, captivates with its winter landscape, while harmoniously combining nature and tradition
For over a century Switzerland has been renowned as one of the world’s most celebrated winter destinations. The Swiss Alps are a genuine paradise for fairytale adventures on the snow, with over 7,000 km of runs for downhill skiing, 5,500 km of cross-country skiing trails, paths for snowshoes (2,300 km) and walking (5,150 km) of all difficulties, as well as 250 ski areas. The average altitude of the runs is greater compared to other Alpine destinations. Even the world’s longest run is Swiss: 25 km from the Kleine Matterhorn (3,883 m) to Zermatt (1,620 m) with a glimpse of the Cervino. The Bernhard-Russi descent, instead, above Andermatt, leads in just 8 km to the Gemsstock Glacier in the valley, and has a huge altitude difference of 1,500 metres. With four main peaks and 350 km of runs with guaranteed snow cover, 150 km of paths for excursions and 200 km of cross-country skiing runs, Engadin St. Moritz is one of Switzerland’s largest and most exciting resorts for winter holidays.
 
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Engadin St. Moritz is the typical dreamlike Swiss destination, which captivates visitors with a landscape of majestic and natural sights. Is one of Switzerland’s largest and most exciting resorts for winter holidays. The resort and 5-star hotel in St. Moritz are enchanting.
 
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Uniquely for Europe, Switzerland has 29 resorts located at an altitude of over 2,800 metres, with guaranteed snow cover at the beginning of the season and the possibility of skiing until late spring.
 
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Switzerland also offers many other sports and activities for leisure time, local food specialities, an interesting cultural offer and numerous events that complete and bring excitement to any vacation. The region owes its attraction to St. Moritz, the most dazzling Alpine destination in the world. The undisputed protagonist of Engadin St. Moritz is however nature.
 

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The famous Metro Alpin railway transports people up to the revolving restaurant on the Mittelallalin Glacier, which is the highest in the world at 3,500 metres altitude and has a spectacular view over the mountains.
 
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The "St. Moritz Polo World Cup on Snow". This polo tournament, the most prestigious winter polo event on snow in the world, takes place on the frozen lake of St. Moritz
 
 
 
 
Edited by Alisè Vitri
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Published on Avion Luxury #13/2013
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