Pontresina Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Pontresina
Pontresina
Pontresina
Pontresina
Pontresina

Breathe in the fresh mountain air of the Alps in this picture-perfect traditional Engadine village surrounded by the awe-inspiring Bernina Range and glacier valleys.

Discover one of the most popular hiking destinations in Switzerland by heading to Pontresina. Located in the Engadine region, this cute mountain village is your stepping stone to glaciers, high-altitude lakes, conifer forests and ibex colonies.

Join a village tour from the Tourist Information Center, on Wednesday afternoons, from June to October. Hear the stories behind the village’s “Sgraffito” murals in the Engadine style and the 12th-century frescoes in the Santa Maria Burial Church.

The village’s mountain and valley trails suit just about everyone. In spring, take a guided tour into the Val Languard to spot ibex, marmots and deer in the wild. Alternatively, take the chairlift up Alp Languard at 7,650feet (2,332 meters) and visit the Ibex Gallery on the summit, then follow the trail down to look for mountain mammals independently.

Hike through the Roseg Valley and up Muottas Muragl for stunning views of the Upper Engadine lakes and Piz Bernina. Experienced climbers can scale the 13,284-feet (4,049-meter) high Piz Bernina peak.

The first snowfall is the signal for a range of new thrilling options. Rent a fatbike, go cross-country skiing or grab your skis or snowboard to rush down the slopes of the Diavolezza, Corviglia, and Corvatsch ski resorts. See the Roseg, Tschierva, Sella and Pers Glaciers and don’t miss the Morteratsch, the third-longest glacier in the eastern Alps.

Pontresina itself is known for its highly traditional festivals. Cheer on local couples in decorated horse-drawn sleighs during the “Schlitteda" on the second Sunday in January. On March 1, witness the colorful “Chalandamarz” tradition whereby local boys dressed in blue-and-red outfits walk from their houses with cowbells and cracking whips to chase out the winter spirits. At Easter, roll boiled eggs down the Crast’Ota hill for a fun custom called “eiertrölen.”

Getting to Pontresina is easy because the Samedan Airport and St. Moritz are just a short drive away. If you come here just for the day, consider taking the train, because various hiking trails start from the railway station. In winter, arrange for a traditional sled to await you for a tour of Stazerwald and the Roseg Valley. A Swiss experience simply doesn’t get more romantic than that.

Schloss Hotel & Spa Pontresina
Schloss Hotel & Spa Pontresina
4 out of 5
Via Maistra 94, Pontresina, GR
The price is Rp3.590.098 per night from 26 Jun to 27 Jun
Rp3.590.098
Rp3.850.075 total
26 Jun - 27 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Pontresina. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (273 reviews)
"What an amazing hotel. Breakfast was amazing, the spa is beautiful. just 10 min from St Moritz if you plan to visit."

Reviewed on 28 May 2025

Schloss Hotel & Spa Pontresina
Hotel Steinbock
Hotel Steinbock
3 out of 5
Via Maistra 219, Pontresina, GR
The price is Rp3.954.868 per night from 24 Jun to 25 Jun
Rp3.954.868
Rp4.228.706 total
24 Jun - 25 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Pontresina. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Lake St. Moritz and Alpin Museum are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (119 reviews)
"Really wonderful place to spend as much time as possible!"

Reviewed on 18 Apr 2025

Hotel Steinbock
Grand Hotel Kronenhof
Grand Hotel Kronenhof
5 out of 5
Via Maistra 130, Pontresina, GR
The price is Rp8.159.314 per night from 23 Jun to 24 Jun
Rp8.159.314
Rp8.592.921 total
23 Jun - 24 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Pontresina. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (136 reviews)
"Love it"

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2025

Grand Hotel Kronenhof
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Bernina Suites -2min walk to Bernina Exp
Bernina Suites -2min walk to Bernina Exp
Via Cabasso 11, Tirano, SO
Stay at this apartment in Tirano. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and climate control. Popular attractions Bernina Railway and Conti Sertoli Salis Winery are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (22 reviews)
"Great hotel close to railways. Very clean and posh. Worth every penny. Alda was so helful and friendly. Would definitely stay again."

Reviewed on 16 Jun 2025

Bernina Suites -2min walk to Bernina Exp
Residence Nevegall
Residence Nevegall
3 out of 5
Via Olta 258, Livigno, SO
Stay at this 3-star residence in Livigno. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Livigno Ski Area and Cassana Ski Lift are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (122 reviews)
"Friendly staff. Functional ski rental property. Good WiFi. Good kitchen."

Reviewed on 4 Apr 2025

Residence Nevegall
Maloja Palace Apartments
Maloja Palace Apartments
3 out of 5
Strada Cantonale 424, Maloja, Bregaglia, GR
Stay at this 3-star residence in Bregaglia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Piz Aela Ski Lift and Belvedere Tower ...
8/10 Very Good! (23 reviews)
"Beautiful old palace, with charming decor. Easy access to St Moritz on the bus. Great for our family of 4 adults."

Reviewed on 11 Feb 2025

Maloja Palace Apartments
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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