Where is St. Moritz located?

Aerial view of St. Moritz with a view of the Upper Engadin lake landscape and the surrounding Alps in summer.

St. Moritz is located in Switzerland, in the canton of Graubünden, and is nestled in the Engadin valley near the borders with Italy and Austria. The municipality lies at an altitude of 1,822 m above sea level and consists of the districts of Moritz-Dorf, which lies on the northern shore of Lake St. Moritz, Suvretta and half of Champfèr. The region is easily accessible by train as well as by car and is one of the most famous vacation resorts in the world.

What's going on in St. Moritz?

Central view of the village of St. Moritz with the historic Kulm Hotel and the surrounding mountains on a sunny summer's day.

The luxury resort of St. Moritz offers an impressive stay all year round and attracts visitors from all over the world. The town is regarded as the cradle of Alpine winter tourism and was the venue for the Winter Olympics in 1928 and 1948. St. Moritz is a place with a rich history and a wide range of leisure activities in an exclusive ambience. Here you will find top gastronomy with national and international culinary delights at the highest level. Many celebrities spend their vacations here and a special hot spot is the "Dracula Club", which was founded in the 1970s by glittering jet-set personalities. The most exclusive parties are still celebrated here today. Experience for yourself how luxury and nature merge in a special way in St. Moritz - while strolling through the elegant town center with its exclusive stores or on a walk along the picturesque Lake St. Moritz. You can get a live impression of the impressive mountain landscape of St. Moritz via the webcams.

What can you do in St. Moritz?

Winter night shot of St. Moritz with illuminated bridge and ski slopes, framed by snow-covered Alps.

St. Moritz offers a wide range of activities for nature lovers, sports enthusiasts and those seeking relaxation all year round. In winter , the region transforms into a paradise for winter sports enthusiasts. The pistes, trails and toboggan runs offer ideal conditions for skiing, snowboarding and cross-country skiing, while numerous winter hiking trails invite you to take relaxing walks through the snow-covered landscape. Corviglia and the Corvatsch area are just some of the popular ski regions that are accessible by modern mountain railroads and offer excellent slopes for all levels. In addition to fun on the slopes, snowshoeing and ice skating on the frozen Lake St. Moritz are also very popular.
In summer , St. Moritz offers an equally wide variety of outdoor experiences. Numerous hiking trails lead through the impressive mountain landscape and are suitable for walkers, hikers and climbers alike. Guests can enjoy nature and the famous mountain flora or simply the fresh Alpine air on marked trails. Mountain bikers also get their money's worth on the well-developed routes in the surrounding mountains, and the trails offer ideal conditions for beginners and experienced bikers alike. A particular highlight is Lake St. Moritz, which offers water sports such as sailing, rowing and stand-up paddling in summer. Would you like to visit a cultural event in between? Then let yourself be inspired at "St. Moritz Art Masters". This 10-day art and culture festival, which showcases national and international artists every year, is another reason to take a vacation in St. Moritz.
Whether you are planning an active vacation or relaxing days in a luxurious ambience - St. Moritz has something to suit every taste. To help you choose the perfect time for your activities, it's worth taking a look at the archive of webcams in St. Moritz, which will give you an insight into the seasonal weather conditions.

The weather in St. Moritz

St. Moritz is known for its "champagne climate " - dry, clear air and many sunny days a year characterize the region. The winters are snow-sure and ideal for winter sports, while the summers are pleasantly mild and the clear mountain air invites you to be active. The weather camera in St. Moritz gives you an overview of the current weather conditions and a forecast for the following days so that you can plan your stay in St. Moritz perfectly.