Lake St. Moritz Tours

St. Moritz


Relax on the calm waters of a holiday resort in the mountains and learn about its fascinating winter sports history.

Lake St. Moritz is an enchanting basin in the heart of a picturesque valley. Green hillsides overlook the placid water, which is known for its connection to the traditional equestrian sport of polo. Admire the spectacular sporting displays on the ice in winter, with a stunning backdrop of white mountains.

Trek with your family around the edges of this lake, which is 1 mile (1.6 kilometers) long and 2,000 feet (600 meters) wide. Stroll through the dense surrounding forest of green pine trees that are dwarfed by the mountainous summits. Go jogging along a lakeshore path in the morning as the mist rises from the water.

Capture photos of the lake and its dramatic surroundings for postcard-pretty results. Enjoy the tranquility in this serene area, far from Europe’s bustling cities. Watch the sun descend behind the mountains for a particularly romantic and picturesque moment. The lake is usually calm, decorated by one or two sailboats at a time.

The resort is widely considered the birthplace of Alpine winter tourism, beginning in the 1860s. It has hosted the Winter Olympics on two occasions. Consider the area’s rich history, first becoming popular as a spa town for its mineral springs.

Visit in January to watch the St. Moritz Snow Polo World Cup. General admission is free. Join socialites and sports enthusiasts in February to see horse racing on ice. Some consider it one of the most exclusive dates in the social calendar.

Lake St. Moritz is in the village of St. Moritz in the easternmost section of Switzerland, near the borders with Italy and Austria. It is southeast of the vast Parc Ela in the lake district of the Upper Engadin Valley. Arrive by rail at the station on the northern shore. Visit other nearby attractions, such as Kulm Golf St. Moritz, the Segantini Museum and the ski resorts surrounding St. Moritz and Pontresina.

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Via Maistra 17, St. Moritz, GR
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Crystal Hotel
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4 out of 5
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Hotel Arte
3 out of 5
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