Elite Traveler Winter 2024/25

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St Moritz has three main ski resorts: Corviglia, Corvatsch/Furtschellas and Diavolezza/Lagalb

Winter pursuits

SKI St Moritz has three main ski resorts: Corviglia, Corvatsch/Furtschellas and Diavolezza/Lagalb, and the Ikon Pass will give you access to all three. Corviglia is just a fi ve-minute drive from town and the most iconic, with 96 miles of perfectly groomed pistes. Here you will fi nd something for everyone, with the Salastrains area ideal for beginners, while pros whizz their way through the 1,300-ft-long giant slalom course. Diavolezza/Lagalb, located 20 minutes outside town, is for more experienced skiers, with Diavolezza featuring Switzerland’s longest glacier run. Corvatsch/Furtschellas is the area’s highest ski resort and often has powder until April. ikonpass.com ICE Ice sports have a lengthy tradition in St Moritz, and many of the grand hotels host their own ice rinks in winter. But if you want to skate the good old-fashioned way à la frozen lake, then take to the natural rink at the St Moritz Skating Club, right in front of Kulm Country Club. kulm.com RIDE An enchanting horse-drawn sleigh ride across the frozen lake, through the snow-cloaked forest or to take in the shimmering lights of St Moritz is an unforgettable way to experience the Upper Engadin Valley. In your vintage carriage, wrap yourself in furs and blankets and let your horse lead the way. dancomotti.ch

ART Artists have long been drawn to St Moritz for its picturesque vistas and, whether you want to buy, browse or admire, visitors are spoiled for choice when it comes to art galleries. Galerie Andrea Caratsch, Hauser & Wirth and Vito Schnabel Gallery all have a dynamic program of exhibitions. The Segantini Museum showcases the late Italian painter’s works, which uniquely capture the Engadin Valley in the second Head to Via Serlas, where you’ll fi nd the boutiques of Bvlgari, Cartier, Dior, Gucci, Loro Piana and Louis Vuitton, with Hermès just around the corner. Local favorite Lamm is great for cashmere sweaters and scarves. Guests at Badrutt’s Palace can book a truly private shopping experience with the chance to visit the best designer stores after closing time. stmoritz.com half of the 19th century. segantini-museum.ch SHOP

WHENTOGO

Photos Badrutt’s Palace, Rolf Canal, Olivia Pulver Fotogra fi e, andersphoto/Shutterstock.com, Tony Ramirez/www.imagesofpolo.com SnowPolo WorldCup

24 - 26 JANUARY 2025 Snow Polo World Cup St Moritz’s world-famous tournament celebrates its 40th birthday in 2025. 27 JANUARY - 01 FEBRUARY 2025 St Moritz Gourmet Festival Expect four-hands dinners with world-famous chefs, wine tastings and Porsche gourmet safaris. 02 - 16 FEBRUARY 2025 WhiteTurf Over 30,000 descend on St Moritz each year to watch this 117-year-old race that sees international jockeys canter through the snow. 21 - 22 FEBRUARY 2025 The I.C.E. A fl urry of iconic collectible cars arrive in town for this champagne- fi lled festival on ice.