Mountaineering & Hiking in St. Moritz in the Engadin

Exploring the outdoor paradise of the Alps

Walks and hikes in the Engadin are an absolute delight. The region offers almost 600 kilometers of hiking paths through incomparable nature – each an extraordinary experience in its own right.

Authors and philosophers such as Hermann Hesse, Thomas Mann, Friedrich Dürrenmatt and Friedrich Nietzsche have praised the Engadin for the beauty of its mountains, the air in its forests and the light over its lakes. Whether you are an athlete, an ambitious mountaineer or simply want to enjoy every moment of a leisurely walk, the Engadin offers paths and hiking routes of every distance and difficulty, themed paths for children, along with numerous mountain restaurants and alpine huts where you can even spend the night. Here you will find valuable tips about our hiking routes.

For your hike to be fun, the right equipment is especially important. Skiservice Corvatsch has the right shoes, socks, rucksacks, walking poles, wind and rain jackets, pants, hats, sunglasses and navigation equipment in stock for you. In our shops, we will also share tips for various routes with a full range of difficulty, plus beautiful rest areas and restaurants up in the mountains and down in the valleys.

The St. Moritz region in the Engadin offers you these advantages

Imposing scenery

Alpine lakes such as Lej Alv and Lej Marsch, mountain summits as far as the eye can see, and a glacier massif also covered in snow in summer: All of this awaits you in the Engadin.

Routes for all abilities

Footpaths and mountaineering stages: Here, everybody, beginner or expert, finds just what they have been looking for.

Terrain full of variety

From rugged crags and charming alpine meadows, to mountain streams and fields of snow: In the Engadin, one delightful scene is quickly followed by the next, melding into an overall impression that is utterly impressive.

Pristine natural scenery

In the mountains around St. Moritz, you will become one with nature. No sooner has the path led you into the mountains, than you enter a world that is completely natural and untouched.

Impressions from our diverse, variety-packed trails

Tips for hiking paths and walking tours in and around St. Moritz

From leisurely strolls to all-day expeditions

The Piz Nair in the Corviglia area is a starting point for many hikes. From the village center of St. Moritz, three mountain lifts carry you up to the more than 3'000 meters-high summit. From there, numerous hiking routes extend out through beautiful scenery. Ask at our shops for hiking maps of the region. They will also give you information about the routes and their level of difficulty.

For fans of trekking tours, we recommend the Muottas Muragl or the Diavolezza. Some of the most popular routes in the region begin here.

If you are more in the mood for a walk, the numerous smaller and bigger lakes in the Engadin give you plenty of choices. The Engadin lake plateau serves as a picturesque backdrop for hikes that treat you to impressive scenery.

Tips for mountaineering tours in the region

High-alpine expeditions – from easy trails to challenging glacier tours

The alpine world surrounding St. Moritz, with its countless peaks, is a mountaineering paradise. From easy fixed-cable climbs to challenging tours across glacial terrain, you are greeted by a colorful mixture of opportunities. Especially famous are:

Piz Bernina elev. 4’049 meters
Piz Roseg elev. 3’937 meters
Piz Palü elev. 3’901 meters

All three mountains should only be attempted if you have prepared well, are in good physical condition and you have the right equipment, led by an expert mountain guide. If you prefer something more leisurely, why not explore some of the less challenging routes and paths in the surrounding area. For families with children, too, there are numerous routes that invite you to discover the mountains together. No matter which route you choose: The views awaiting you at the top are more than ample reward for the effort you put in.