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Adventure awaits in alpine beauty

Social & outdoor activities

At 1,805 metres above sea level, the valley is remarkably beautiful and offers you and your guests adventure and excitement in the most breathtaking of natural surroundings, as well as peace and tranquillity when you so desire.

But it’s the plethora of experiences available here that will truly entice and excite. Our team will become your invaluable local guides to any adventure, planning every moment to perfection. From culinary to cultural experiences, outdoor well-being to adrenaline-fuelled adventures, there is so much to see, taste and enjoy.

Kronenhof Moments

TRADITIONAL COOKING
Learn to cook local, traditional dishes like Pizzoccheri and Capuns in our kitchen with Fabrizio Piantanida, Kronenhof’s chef.

WINE TASTING
Experience Kronenhof’s historic wine cellar from 1867 accompanied by Kronenhof’s wine experts.

WILDLIFE WATCHING
Our General Manager and passionate huntsman, Claudio Laager, will personally accompany you on a nature hike into apristine valley to spot deer in their natural, beautiful habitat.

KRONENHOF SUMMER BARBEQUE 
Join us at Le Pavillon for the ultimate grilling feast, radiant with alpine summer flair, while listening to the calming rush of the river below.

KNEIPPING
Discover the power of Kneipping at the nearby Ova da Roseg river, accompanied by our spa team. Dipping your toes into the frigid currents will leave you feeling utterly revitalised.

BOWLING ALLEY
Take on friends and colleagues at the Grand Hotel Kronenhof’s historic bowling alley while enjoying a traditional Swiss fondue or raclette.

GOLF TOURNAMENTS
Together with our sister hotel Kulm in St. Moritz, we would be delighted to organise an outing for you onthe oldest and highest golf course in the Alps.

TORCH HIKE AT SUNDOWN
Enjoy the soft crimson alpenglow atop Muottas Muragl, on a hike with General Manager Claudio Laager who accompanies you down an enchanting trail by the warm glow of torches.

Outdoor activities

BOB TAXI RIDE
Join a four-man crew on a thrill ride down the oldest and longest bobsleigh run in the world and experience up to135 km/h at 4Gs.

ICE CLIMBING
Professional mountain guide Gian Luck takes you climbing on vertical ice with crampons and ice picks in unique canyons.

GLACIER TREKKING
Try high altitude walking in crampons to test your stamina across the beautiful Bernina Range, Diavolezza–Morteratsch Glacier or Cambrena Brüche.

SKIING
Day or night, skiing in the Engadin offers an unmatched experience across four diverse ski regions. Enjoy culinary delights and ski slopes at elevations over 3,303 metres above sea level.

NATURAL ICE TRAIL
Follow the natural ice trail along the river Inn and through a magnificent meadow landscape. Enjoy the play of light on the river, the view of historic village centres and the tranquillity of the valley.

E-MOUNTAIN BIKE
Explore the beauty of the Engadin by e-bike. Ride along mountain lakes, through pine forests and into remote side valleys. The trails offer stunning mountain views at every turn.

ICE BATHING
Embrace your own nature, diving into a refreshing mountain lake nearby Grand Hotel Kronenhof or hidden away in a secret forest lake, with professional supervision.

FREE FALL
Get a glimpse of the steepest start of a men’s downhill skirace, featuring a 100% grade. The start is accessible by cable car, but is only recommended for those not afraid of heights.

ALPINE SAILING
Participate in an exciting sailing regatta on the crystal-clear mountain lakes and enjoy unique views of St. Moritz and the surrounding mountains.

Cultural Delights

WHISKEY TASTING
Visit the world’s highest (3,303 metres) whiskey distillery on Engadin’s Corvatsch Peak via mountain cable car. Take a guided taste tour and become a whiskey lover.

CHEESE MAKING
Discover firsthand how alpine cheese is made as an Alpine master prepares various cheeses over an open fire.

MOUNTAIN BREAKFAST À DISCRÉTION
Enjoy an authentic mountain breakfast amidst pristine nature with a cheese buffet, fresh smoked Ziger, yoghurt, jam, fruit, various breads, smoked salsiz and other specialties.

CAMERA OBSCURA
On the Bernina Pass, a Camera Obscura has been set up, offering visitors a unique way to experience the region’s majestic peaks, encouraging reflection on the nature of perception.

PRIVATE MUSEUM TOURS
Visit the renowned Segantini Museum, which was built by Engadin architect Nicolaus Hartmann (1880-1956) as a memorial for the world-famous painter Giovanni Segantini.

LARET MARKET
Discover local tradition, hand-painted toys, raclette bread with silver onions, bratwurst with mustard, gypsy skewers, home-baked cakes, waffles and many other delicacies in Pontresina.

GOAT TREKKING
Book trekking tours with these friendly animals. There’s nothing like hiking through the Upper Engadin in the company of goats.

Bespoke Itineraries

We can create a variety of amazingitineraries centred around outdoor activities, artisanal delights or cultural adventures for you and your guests. Here are just a few of the many options available.

DISCOVER THE ART OF PHOTOGRAPHY
Start your day with a delicious mountain breakfast, followed by a ride on the UNESCO World Heritage Bernina Express through the Engadin Valley to Bernina Pass for a guided tour of the Camera Obscura art project with local artist Daniel Meuli. Then board another train to Alp Grüm for lunch at Bellavista Restaurant before travelling back on the Bernina Express to Pontresina.

THE GLACIER EXPERIENCE
The day starts with a walk to the nearby scenic mountain breakfast at Alp Schaukäserei Morteratsch. Then a delicious lesson on Swiss cheese making at a local cheese dairy, before another train ride to Diavolezza to ride the cable car to the mountain peak 3,000 metres above sea level. Lastly, enjoy hiking across a glacier trail to a high altitude lunch.

A DAY IN PRISTINE NATURE
Take part in a short, picturesque morning hike from Grand Hotel Kronenhof to Restaurant Lej da Staz for brunch, followed by a dip in Stazersee Lake if you’re feeling brave. Then enjoy a short scenic hike where you can try to blow an alphorn. Lastly, engage in a spot of competitive sailing with professional guides on the magnificently beautiful Lake St.Moritz – the winner gets a prize.